How to travel from Bordeaux to Alicante

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bordeaux to Alicante

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $98 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $98, while a flight costs an average of $457.

Distance: 448 miles (722 km)

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$457

Average price

$98

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$219

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6h 13m

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4h 13m

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18h 18m

Average total duration

17h 48m

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10h 8m

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2.2 - 4.3kg

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0.7 - 1.8kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Alicante is a bus with an average price of $98 (€80).

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

A bus is $359 (€294) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Alicante costing on average $457 (€374).

The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Alicante is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 13m.

Other travel options to Alicante take longer:

Bus takes on average 18h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bordeaux and Alicante including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bordeaux to Alicante among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 5h 55m sooner (4h 13m by flight vs 10h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $457 (€374) compared to roughly $219 (€179) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Bordeaux to Alicante

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

Our recommendation

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

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    4:45 AM15h15
    Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
    8:00 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    $591One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    4:45 AM15h15
    Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
    8:00 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    $591One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • IberiaIB1200 · IB1011
    9:05 AM4h00
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    1:05 PMAlicante Elche Airport
    $2651One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    3:15 AM16h45
    Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
    8:00 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    $591One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:40 AM26h30
    Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont)
    12:10 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    $1111One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:05 AM26h05
    Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate
    12:10 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    $1131One-way
    1 transfer
  • BA EuroflyerBA2571 · BA2656
    12:20 PM8h25
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    8:45 PMAlicante Elche Airport
    $1541One-way
    1 transfer
  • RyanairFR 6455+easyJetU21803
    7:05 AM9h55
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    5:00 PMAlicante Elche Airport
    $2451One-way
    1 transfer
  • CitizenPlane1803+RyanairFR 6455
    7:05 AM9h55
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    5:00 PMAlicante Elche Airport
    $2481One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bordeaux to Alicante

Travel to Alicante 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 Bordeaux to Alicante.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bordeaux and Alicante including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Alicante is a bus with an average price of $98 (€80).

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

A bus is $359 (€294) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Alicante costing on average $457 (€374).

The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Alicante is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 13m.

Other travel options to Alicante take longer:

Bus takes on average 18h 18m.

The distance from Bordeaux to Alicante is approximately 448 miles (722 km).
The average frequency per day from Bordeaux to Alicante is:
  • Around 24 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux to Alicante:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport and arrive in Alicante Elche Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes and arrive in Alicante, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bordeaux to Alicante, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Alicante by bus.
  • Travel with BA Euroflyer, Air Nostrum, Air Algerie, KLM Cityhopper, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Transavia France, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Volotea, ITA, British Airways, Ryanair, Edelweiss Air, Iberia to go to Alicante by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bordeaux to Alicante:
  • 0 direct flights per day with CitizenPlane, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Bordeaux 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.
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