How to travel from Bilbao to Alicante

There are 3 options to travel between Bilbao and Alicante including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Alicante is a bus with an average price of $85 (€69).

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

A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bilbao to Alicante costing on average $93 (€76).

A bus is $29 (€24) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Alicante costing on average $115 (€93).

The fastest way to travel from Bilbao to Alicante is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 35m.

Other travel options to Alicante take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 43m.

Bus takes on average 11h 46m.

The distance from Bilbao to Alicante is approximately 362 miles (584 km).

The average frequency per day from Bilbao to Alicante is:

• Around 21 flights per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.
• Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bilbao to Alicante:

• Flights mostly depart from Bilbao Airport and arrive in Alicante Elche Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arrive in Alicante-Terminal.
• Buses mostly depart from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Alicante, Estación de Autobuses.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bilbao to Alicante, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Vueling, Volotea, Air Europa, Ryanair, Iberia, Air Nostrum to go to Alicante by flight.
• Travel with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros to go to Alicante by train.
• Travel with Bilman Bus, Jimenez, FlixBus, TRANSPORTES DE VIAJEROS ZARAGOZA TERUEL S.L, BlaBlaCar, Alsa to go to Alicante by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Bilbao to Alicante with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct flights per day with Vueling, Volotea, Ryanair, Iberia.
• 2 direct buses per day with Bilman Bus, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Bilbao to Alicante often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, Benidorm, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Alicante and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Alicante to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Alicante, you can enjoy sunbathing and swimming at Postiguet Beach, take a day trip to Tabarca Island for snorkeling and exploration, and visit the bustling Alicante Central Market for local delicacies. Explore the impressive Canelobre Caves, or take a scenic boat tour along the Costa Blanca coastline. Don't miss Santa Bárbara Castle for panoramic views, stroll along the vibrant Explanada de España, or appreciate art at the Alicante Museum of Contemporary Art. Visit the Basilica of Santa Maria to admire its Gothic and Baroque architecture, and hike Mount Benacantil for stunning city views.

To fully experience Alicante's beaches, historic sites, and local cuisine, plan for a stay of about 3 to 4 days.