Alsa is one of the most long established bus companies in Europe, serving Spain and the European continent with coach travel for over 100 years. It connects almost all Spanish cities through regional and long-distance bus journeys as well as running regular links to major airports. Today, it is part of the Mobico Group (formerly known as National Express Group) and runs an extensive network to over 400 international destinations in 16 different countries across Europe and Morocco. It has road authorization for routes with countries such as Portugal, France, and Germany. Read on to discover more about Alsa buses in Spain, how to buy cheap Alsa bus tickets, Alsa timetables, departure stations and Alsa destinations across Europe.
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Omio is an official Alsa bus partner, meaning we’ll offer the latest deals, provide up-to-date information on Alsa bus schedules, offer easy booking for Alsa tickets and send live updates and notifications if there are any changes to your journey. With the Omio app, you can book tickets on the go and keep all your ticket information digitally in one place. Passengers can also choose between a number of travel options using our ticket filters, which can be adjusted according to ticket price, departure times or the journey duration.
Station Madrid Avenida de America: Located outside the main metro station, this major hub for bus services connects the major locations in Madrid. In addition, long-distance services travel to almost all major cities in Spain, Europe and North Africa.
Barcelona-Nord Station: This is the most important bus station in Catalonia, and is an important interchange for various modes of travel. It has buses to almost all Catalan and Spanish regions, as well as many European cities.
Seville Station Square: This is the international bus station in the Andalusian capital which, in the future, will also house a subway station. In addition to long distance bus services that travel to all major Spanish cities, Portugal and North Africa.
Termibus Bilbao: Built in 1996, Terminus Bilbao has become the most important station in the Basque Country, offering both national and international connections. It is located in a popular, busy location near the city center and close to a motorway, giving easy access to bus services.
Not sure where to begin your Alsa adventure? Check out these popular Alsa destinations for travel details and nearby attractions:
Alsa buses offer affordable travel across Europe but if you’re looking to get the cheapest Alsa bus tickets, we’d advise you to buy tickets as far in advance as possible. If you’re able to be flexible with your journey, then traveling during the week can usually be cheaper. Searching for journeys outside of peak-season also guarantees a cheaper ticket as Alsa prices their tickets lower in the low season. Follow Omio on social media networks to keep up to date with all Alsa offers and discounts. Depending on the route, there are also different ticket types to give you more flexibility with your travel:
There are over 2,900 buses in Alsa’s fleet, with different types of buses catering to different journeys. When booking through Omio you’ll be able to see which buses cater to your journey and book between different options according to your needs. The Alsa bus fleet comprises of 4 main types of bus:
Traveling by bus is a good way of getting around Spain and to neighboring countries such as France, and you can even travel with Alsa buses in Portugal.
Pets under 10 kg are allowed to travel on some Alsa Buses but only in the hold. The number is limited so booking ahead is necessary and they must be in an appropriate carrier.
Guide dogs are allowed on the buses but must have the correct paperwork and be on a leash at all times.
When you book directly in the Omio app, you automatically get an Alsa ticket on your phone. Save time and paper!
The Alsa flexible fare allows you to change Alsa tickets for free up to two hours before departure, but only once. If you want to stop traveling, you can cancel and get a full refund if you do so 48 hours before departure, and if requested between 48 and 24 hours, 10% will be applied to the refund. If you cancel an Alsa ticket less than 24 hours in advance, the refund rate will be 20%. Remember that if you have purchased your Alsa ticket with Omio, you will have to change it or cancel it through the Omio website. We’ve got a dedicated team on hand to help at any time, just get in touch with our customer care service.