- Must visit
Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante (MACA)
Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection in a restored historic building.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Alicante will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 34 buses from Barcelona to Alicante, including 5 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 407 km distance in an average of 7 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Fri, Nov 13 the slowest buses will take 7 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Buses from Barcelona to Alicante run on average 39 times per day, taking around 7h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Barcelona to Alicante.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 11:37AM | Duration 10h37 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 9h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Alicante buses for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 4:55 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h05 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Normal · Normal | 12:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 11h12 | 11:37 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 9h05 | 9:30 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 10h50 | 11:15 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h15 | 6:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 7:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h45 | 2:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h45 | 2:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h15 | 4:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 10h50 | 6:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 7:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h20 | 2:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 7:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h20 | 2:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 8h50 | 4:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h15 | 6:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h15 | 7:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h45 | 9:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h50 | 6:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 11h20 | 9:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 8h50 | 7:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 12:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h15 | 9:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ Normal | 12:15 PM Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 11h45 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 12:15 PM Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 11h45 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 12:20 PM Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 11h40 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h45 | 1:15 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h30 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h15 | 9:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:55 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 10h20 | 1:15 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:55 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 9h05 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:55 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 6h50 | 9:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h45 | 1:15 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 4:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h30 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 4:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h30 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection in a restored historic building.
Archaeological museum with acclaimed interactive displays covering prehistory to modern Alicante.
Fine arts museum in an 18th-century palace, featuring Alicante artists and regional painting collections.
Alicante's iconic waterfront promenade with mosaic paving, palms, and constant seaside city life.
Historic old quarter of whitewashed lanes climbing toward the castle, full of character and viewpoints.
Popular city beach and promenade area beside the old town, excellent for walks and classic coastal views.
Alicante’s signature rice dish, cooked in fish stock with seafood or meat. It is central to local Sunday meals and showcases the region’s rice tradition.
Rice baked in the oven with stock, tomato, chickpeas, and often pork or sausage. A hearty Valencian classic widely eaten in Alicante homes.
Traditional Alicante rice made with tuna, pumpkin, and ñora pepper. It reflects the city’s coastal pantry and old home-style cooking.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative Mediterranean tasting menus in an elegant contemporary setting.
Historic traditional venue famous for Alicante tapas, cured fish, and local wines in a classic, lively old-town setting.
Well-known seafood and rice restaurant near the marina, valued for fresh fish, shellfish, and polished but approachable service.
Moderate for Spain: lodging rises in summer, but tapas, local transit, and casual dining stay fairly affordable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
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The provincial capital of the Mediterranean province of the same name, Alicante, can be reached daily from the Catalan capital Barcelona by several buses. The Buses Barcelona to Alicante starts either at the bus station of the city of Barcelona or in Santa Magdalena.
The Spanish bus company Alsa and the Catalan bus line Hife share the route Barcelona - Alicante. Alsa departs on weekends, help offers the bus Barcelona - Alicante during the week.
The journey time from Barcelona - Alicante may vary slightly. The Buses Barcelona to Alicante takes just under 7 hours for the fastest connections, most buses take about 9 hours. The weekend Buses Alsa are generally slightly faster than the Buses Hife, which sometimes take even over 13 hours for the route.
The Buses Barcelona to Alicante run daily. The connections are particularly convenient on weekends, as they start directly at the Barcelona Nord bus station.
At which bus station does the bus start in Barcelona? The Alsa buses start at the northern bus station in Barcelona. It is located in the district of El Fort Pienc, near the Citadel Park and the Palace of Justice. Many city bus lines take you to the north bus station. During the week, the buses operated by Hife do not depart from Barcelona, but from the bus station in Santa Magdalena with a change in Valencia. From Valencia Alsa buses run the journey to Alicante. The bus station at Plaza Santa Magdalena is just outside the suburb of Espluguet de Llobregat. With the bus line 153, one gets here from the Plaza de Españya in Barcelona. The journey takes about 60 minutes. Other bus lines that run from Barcelona to Santa Magdalena are the L3 and L4, as well as the 63, 67, 68 and 78 from various districts in Barcelona.
At which bus station does the bus arrive in Alicante? Arrival station in the city of Alicante for the bus Barcelona Alicante is the bus station of the city. It is located in the southern city centre near the port, in Calle Heliodoro Madrona. Several city bus lines are available from there. Lines 6 and 24 go to the centre of Alicante. Or you can take the buses to other Spanish cities, such as Madrid or Murcia. In the future, a bus and train station is planned in Alicante, from where trains and buses will depart in many directions within Spain.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Alicante by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alicante, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Alicante buses use the Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Alicante, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses). Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Alicante bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) is 13 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), La Botiga (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0).
Available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0): Elevators, ramps.
Alicante, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km), Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) is 2 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses).
Available at El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses): Elevators, ramps.
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