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Museo Arqueológico Municipal de Águilas
Municipal museum introducing Águilas through archaeology, marine heritage and local traditions. A practical first stop for understanding the town.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h 50 m
Buses on 19 Sept
5
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Alicante to Águilas is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Águilas will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 5 buses from Alicante to Águilas, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 142 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Águilas among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 142 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Águilas:
A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Alicante to Águilas costing on average £18.
Other travel options to Águilas take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 24m.
Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £12. The journey takes 3h 13m versus 1h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Águilas coaches for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal+ BASE | 18:00 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 3h45 | 21:45 Águilas | 1 change | |
Normal+ BASE | 18:15 El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 3h30 | 21:45 Águilas | 1 change | |
| Saturday 19 September | |||||
![]() | 7:00 Alicante | 1h40 | 8:40 Águilas | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:10 Alicante | 1h40 | 9:50 Águilas | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:30 Alicante | 1h40 | 10:10 Águilas | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:30 Alicante | 2h10 | 19:40 Águilas | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Alicante to Águilas run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 18:30. The fastest coach covers the 142 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 142 km |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 3:15 |
Last bus 18:30 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Águilas — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Águilas trip today.
Municipal museum introducing Águilas through archaeology, marine heritage and local traditions. A practical first stop for understanding the town.
Small railway museum focused on the Hornillo pier, mining exports and the train links that shaped modern Águilas.
Interpretation centre devoted to the famous local Carnival, with costumes and displays that explain one of Águilas’ best-known traditions.
Historic ore-loading pier stretching into the sea. Its industrial character and open views make it one of the town’s most memorable walking spots.
Lively central square framed by arcades and civic buildings. A classic meeting point and an easy base for exploring the old town on foot.
Seafront promenade lined with palms and views across the main beach. Ideal for a relaxed walk between the centre, harbour and historic sights.
Caldero is a rice dish cooked in rich fish stock with local rock fish, a hallmark of the Murcian coast and a classic around Águilas.
Arroz a banda is rice cooked in seafood stock, traditionally served with separate fish or alioli, valued for its deep coastal flavour.
Mújol a la sal is local grey mullet baked in a salt crust, a simple traditional way to highlight very fresh fish from the coast.
Established seafront restaurant known for rice dishes, seafood and Mediterranean cooking in a relaxed setting near the bay.
Popular casual venue for fresh fish, tapas and rice dishes, with an easy-going atmosphere suited to lunch by the coast.
Well-known restaurant specialising in seafood and paella-style rice dishes, with polished service and views over the marina area.
More affordable than many Spanish beach resorts. Dining is reasonable, local transport needs are low, and accommodation is usually moderate outside peak summer.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, small change in cafés, and round up taxi fares.
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Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses -> Plaza de España, Águilas
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Águilas by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Águilas, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alicante to Águilas buses use the Alicante, Estación de Autobuses to Águilas station pair, with some services arriving at Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Alicante and Águilas bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Alicante, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km), Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) is 2 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses).
Available at El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses): Elevators, ramps.
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