How to travel from Alicante to Albacete

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Compare train and bus for Alicante to Albacete

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Albacete among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, while a train costs an average of $17.

Distance: 85 miles (138 km)

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$17

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$35

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1h 38m

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2h 11m

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1h 41m

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The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Albacete is a bus with an average price of $17 (€14).

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Albacete:

A bus is $0.05 (€0.04) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Albacete costing on average $17 (€14).

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Albacete is by train with an average journey time of 1h 38m.

Other travel options to Albacete take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Alicante and Albacete including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Alicante to Albacete among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 32m faster (1h 8m by train vs 1h 40m by car) and roughly $18 (€15) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($17 (€14) vs $35 (€29)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Alicante to Albacete

How to get from Alicante to Albacete by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Alicante to Albacete is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SNCF OUIGO06585
    6:00 PM0h48
    Alicante-Terminal
    6:48 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SNCF OUIGO06585
    6:00 PM0h48
    Alicante-Terminal
    6:48 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • iryo06205
    8:14 PM0h47
    Alicante-Terminal
    9:01 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos
    $661One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF OUIGO06615
    8:58 PM0h48
    Alicante-Terminal
    9:46 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos
    $671One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF OUIGO06775
    7:51 AM0h48
    Alicante-Terminal
    8:39 AMAlbacete-Los Llanos
    $721One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    2:15 AM2h00
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    4:15 AMAlbacete, Estación de Autobuses
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    5:15 PM2h00
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    7:15 PMAlbacete, Estación de Autobuses
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    11:30 AM2h00
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    1:30 PMAlbacete, Estación de Autobuses
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Alicante to Albacete

Travel to Albacete easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Alicante to Albacete.

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There are 2 options to travel between Alicante and Albacete including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Albacete is a bus with an average price of $17 (€14).

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Albacete:

A bus is $0.05 (€0.04) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Albacete costing on average $17 (€14).

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Albacete is by train with an average journey time of 1h 38m.

Other travel options to Albacete take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 11m.

The distance from Alicante to Albacete is approximately 85 miles (138 km).
The average frequency per day from Alicante to Albacete is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alicante and Albacete as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Alicante to Albacete:
  • Trains mostly depart from Alicante-Terminal and arrive in Albacete-Los Llanos.
  • Buses mostly depart from Alicante, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Albacete, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Alicante to Albacete, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, Autocars Costa Azul to go to Albacete by bus.
  • Travel with AVE, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, Renfe MD, iryo, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo to go to Albacete by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Alicante to Albacete with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra.
  • 16 direct trains per day with AVE, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, Renfe MD, iryo, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo.
Omio customers who travel from Alicante to Albacete often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, Murcia, Cuenca. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Albacete and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Albacete to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Albacete, you can experience the lively Feria de Albacete, explore local cuisine at traditional tapas bars, and visit the Albacete Knife Museum. Enjoy a performance at the historic Teatro Circo or take a day trip to Lagunas de Ruidera Natural Park. For sightseeing, explore the Museo de Albacete, the neogothic Catedral de San Juan Bautista, and the beautiful Pasaje de Lodares. Relax in Parque Abelardo Sánchez or visit the bustling Plaza del Altozano.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Albacete, including its museums, parks, and local cuisine.

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