How to travel from León to Alicante

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Compare bus and train for León to Alicante

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from León to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €74 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €74, while a train costs an average of €84.

Distance: 397 miles (639 km)

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€84

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€74

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5h 44m

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9h 31m

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0.6 - 1.6kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from León to Alicante is a bus with an average price of €74.

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

A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from León to Alicante costing on average €84.

The fastest way to travel from León to Alicante is by train with an average journey time of 5h 44m.

Other travel options to Alicante take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 31m.

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

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from León to Alicante

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

Our recommendation

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

  • AlsaSupra Economy · Normal
    7:15 PM10h05
    Leon, Bus Station
    5:20 AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    811One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • AlsaSupra Economy · Normal
    7:15 PM10h05
    Leon, Bus Station
    5:20 AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    811One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • AVE05312
    9:48 AM4h40
    León station
    2:28 PMAlicante-Terminal
    1131One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Renfe ALVIA04140
    5:09 PM5h43
    León station
    10:52 PMAlicante-Terminal
    1271One-way
    0 transfers
  • AVE04280+IberiaIB1015
    10:34 AM10h21
    León station
    8:55 PMAlicante Elche Airport
    1401One-way
    1 transfer
  • AVE04110+IberiaIB1015
    12:46 PM8h09
    León station
    8:55 PMAlicante Elche Airport
    1471One-way
    1 transfer
  • AVE05312+IberiaIB1015
    9:48 AM11h07
    León station
    8:55 PMAlicante Elche Airport
    1541One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from León 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 León to Alicante.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between León and Alicante including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from León to Alicante is a bus with an average price of €74.

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

A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from León to Alicante costing on average €84.

The fastest way to travel from León to Alicante is by train with an average journey time of 5h 44m.

Other travel options to Alicante take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 31m.

The distance from León to Alicante is approximately 397 miles (639 km).
The average frequency per day from León to Alicante is:
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from León to Alicante:
  • Trains mostly depart from León station and arrive in Alicante-Terminal.
  • Buses mostly depart from Leon, Bus Station and arrive in Alicante, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from León to Alicante, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with AVE, Renfe ALVIA, SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe AVLO, Renfe INTERCITY to go to Alicante by train.
  • Travel with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar to go to Alicante by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from León to Alicante with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with AVE.
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from León 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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