How to travel from Nice to Alicante

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Nice to Alicante

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nice to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, and a train costs an average of €152.

Distance: 547 miles (881 km)

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€77

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Cheapest

€150

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€158

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€252

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(fuel + tolls)

19h 15m

Average total duration

18h 45m

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30m

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6h 32m

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3h 32m

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29h 28m

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28h 58m

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11h 40m

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0.9 - 2.2kg

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2.6 - 5.3kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Nice to Alicante is a bus with an average price of €77.

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

A bus is €74 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nice to Alicante costing on average €150.

A bus is €81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Alicante costing on average €158.

The fastest way to travel from Nice to Alicante is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Alicante take longer:

Bus takes on average 18h 45m.

Train takes on average 28h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nice and Alicante including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Nice to Alicante among Omio's users.

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from Nice to Alicante

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    8:00 PM20h15
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    4:15 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    841One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    8:00 PM20h15
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    4:15 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    841One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • VuelingVY1524 · VY1304
    11:50 AM4h45
    Nice Cote d'Azur Airport
    4:35 PMAlicante Elche Airport
    2871One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 PM19h55
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    9:10 AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    981One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:10 PM19h00
    Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    12:10 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    1041One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:05 PM20h05
    Nice, Gare Routière Vauban
    12:10 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    1041One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1522 · VY1306
    6:35 PM5h50
    Nice Cote d'Azur Airport
    12:25 AMAlicante Elche Airport
    1751One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1518 · VY1300
    10:30 PM11h05
    Nice Cote d'Azur Airport
    9:35 AMAlicante Elche Airport
    1861One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesSN3618 · SN3773
    9:25 AM10h25
    Nice Cote d'Azur Airport
    7:50 PMAlicante Elche Airport
    2261One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Nice 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 Nice to Alicante.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Nice and Alicante including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nice to Alicante is a bus with an average price of €77.

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

A bus is €74 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nice to Alicante costing on average €150.

A bus is €81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Alicante costing on average €158.

The fastest way to travel from Nice to Alicante is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Alicante take longer:

Bus takes on average 18h 45m.

Train takes on average 28h 58m.

The distance from Nice to Alicante is approximately 547 miles (881 km).
The average frequency per day from Nice to Alicante is:
  • Around 38 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nice 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 Nice to Alicante:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport and arrive in Alicante Elche Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) and arrive in Alicante, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nice to Alicante, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Alicante by train.
  • Travel with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Alicante by bus.
  • Travel with Vueling, easyJet, Iberia, Transavia France, Swiss, Air Nostrum, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa, Air Baltic to go to Alicante by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Nice to Alicante with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International.
  • 0 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Nice 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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