How to travel from Faro to Alicante

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Compare bus and flight for Faro to Alicante

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Faro to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, while a flight costs an average of $219.

Distance: 417 miles (672 km)

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$45

Average price

Cheapest

$219

Average price

$163

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

13h 37m

Average total duration

13h 7m

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30m

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4h 49m

Average total duration

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2h 49m

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7h 43m

Average total duration

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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2.0 - 4.0kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Faro to Alicante is a bus with an average price of $45 (€36).

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

A bus is $174 (€141) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Faro to Alicante costing on average $219 (€178).

The fastest way to travel from Faro to Alicante is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 49m.

Other travel options to Alicante take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Faro and Alicante including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Faro to Alicante among Omio's users.

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from Faro to Alicante

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    5:30 PM13h40
    Faro, Terminal Rodoviário
    8:10 AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    $571One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    5:30 PM13h40
    Faro, Terminal Rodoviário
    8:10 AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    $571One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • IberiaIB558 · IB1011
    8:30 AM3h35
    Faro Airport
    1:05 PMAlicante Elche Airport
    $3631One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • AlsaNormal · Normal · Normal
    9:45 AM18h55
    Faro, Terminal Rodoviário
    5:40 AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    $751One-way
    2 transfers
  • AlsaNormal · Normal · Normal
    5:00 PM20h35
    Faro, Terminal Rodoviário
    2:35 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    $751One-way
    2 transfers
  • AlsaNormal · Normal · Normal
    4:45 PM20h50
    Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)
    2:35 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    $751One-way
    2 transfers
  • RyanairFR 5451 · FR 2028
    6:20 AM9h55
    Faro Airport
    5:15 PMAlicante Elche Airport
    $1451One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal+Air EuropaUX1160 · UX4047
    9:45 AM21h25
    Faro, Terminal Rodoviário
    8:10 AMAlicante Elche Airport
    $1591One-way
    2 transfers
  • AlsaNormal+Air EuropaUX1160 · UX4047
    9:45 AM21h25
    Faro, Terminal Rodoviário
    8:10 AMAlicante Elche Airport
    $1591One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Faro 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 Faro to Alicante.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Faro and Alicante including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Faro to Alicante is a bus with an average price of $45 (€36).

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

A bus is $174 (€141) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Faro to Alicante costing on average $219 (€178).

The fastest way to travel from Faro to Alicante is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 49m.

Other travel options to Alicante take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 37m.

The distance from Faro to Alicante is approximately 417 miles (672 km).
The average frequency per day from Faro to Alicante is:
  • Around 6 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Faro to Alicante:
  • Flights mostly depart from Faro Airport and arrive in Alicante Elche Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Faro, Terminal Rodoviário and arrive in Alicante, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Faro to Alicante, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vueling, PGA-Portugalia Airlines, Ryanair to go to Alicante by flight.
  • Travel with Alsa, Union Ivkoni International, Rede Expressos to go to Alicante by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Faro to Alicante:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Faro 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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