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- Free Wi-Fi
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£44
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
8 h
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
8 h 14 m
Buses on 18 Sept
9
Distance
443 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Alicante to Ávila is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Ávila will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
To travel from Alicante to Ávila you need to make at least one change.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Ávila among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £47, while a coach costs an average of £62.
Distance: 443 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£62 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price | £108 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Ávila:
A train is £3 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Ávila costing on average £51.
A train is £15 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Alicante to Ávila costing on average £62.
Other travel options to Ávila take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 50m.
Coach takes on average 6h 20m.
Tickets start at around £62 compared to roughly £108 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £46. The journey takes 6h 20m versus 4h 53m 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 Ávila coaches for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Normal+ Normal | 2:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 8h25 | 10:40 Ávila, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal+ Normal | 2:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 8h25 | 10:40 Ávila, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal+ Normal | 2:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 8h25 | 10:40 Ávila, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Buses from Alicante to Ávila run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 443 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 443 km |
Average bus duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 20:00 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Discover the best of Ávila — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ávila trip today.
Museum within the cathedral complex displaying religious art, sculpture, metalwork and objects that illuminate the city’s ecclesiastical history.
Museum dedicated to Saint Teresa, presenting documents, devotional art and context for her life and reforming work in Ávila.
Provincial museum in the Casa de los Deanes, featuring archaeology, fine arts and local heritage from prehistory to the modern era.
Walkable medieval walls with ramparts and towers giving sweeping views over Ávila and close-up insight into the city’s defences.
Elegant central square lined with arcades and historic buildings, ideal for orientation, people-watching and access to nearby sights.
Broad square beside the walls with a famous viewpoint towards the apse of the cathedral and one of Ávila’s best photo spots.
Thick veal steak from Avileña-Negra Ibérica cattle, simply grilled. It is the city’s signature dish and a classic of local cattle-raising country.
Slow-cooked white beans from El Barco de Ávila, often with chorizo, morcilla and pork. A hearty mountain stew tied closely to the province.
Rustic castilian soup of bread, garlic, paprika and egg, commonly enriched with ham stock or cured ham. A traditional cold-weather staple in Ávila.
Historic traditional restaurant known for chuletón de Ávila and Castilian classics in an old-fashioned, central dining room.
Refined Castilian cooking in a historic cellar atmosphere, with local meats, seasonal produce and a more polished dining experience.
Classic spot for Yemas de Santa Teresa and other local pastries, ideal for a sweet stop and coffee in the old city.
Moderate for Spain: lodging and meals are usually cheaper than Madrid, while tourist-area dining costs a bit more. Walking keeps local transport costs low.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafés. Taxi tips are optional; rounding up is common.
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Estación De Autobuses, Ávila -> Plaza del Mercado Chico, Ávila
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Ávila 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 Ávila, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alicante to Ávila buses use the Alicante, Estación de Autobuses to Ávila, Estación De Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Alicante and Ávila 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.
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