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- Free Wi-Fi
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
1 h 7 m
Buses on 12 Sept
12
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Altea to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Altea to Alicante will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 12 buses from Altea to Alicante, including 12 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Altea to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 47 km
Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £1. The journey takes 55m versus 46m 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 Alsa, 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 Altea to Alicante coaches for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 17:50 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h15 | 19:05 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:50 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h35 | 19:25 El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:50 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h05 | 18:55 Alicante, Estacion ADIF | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
Normal | 7:20 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h35 | 8:55 El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 7:20 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h15 | 8:35 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 7:20 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h05 | 8:25 Alicante, Estacion ADIF | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:20 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h05 | 11:25 Alicante, Estacion ADIF | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:20 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h15 | 11:35 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:20 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h35 | 11:55 El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:20 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h15 | 14:35 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:20 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h05 | 14:25 Alicante, Estacion ADIF | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:20 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h35 | 14:55 El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:20 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h05 | 16:25 Alicante, Estacion ADIF | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:20 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h15 | 16:35 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:20 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1h35 | 16:55 El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Altea to Alicante run on average 17 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 47 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 47 km |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 7:00 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Discover the best of Alicante — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alicante trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection and a historic building in the old town.
Archaeological museum with well-presented exhibits from prehistory to the modern era, suitable for first-time visitors.
Museum devoted to Alicante’s Bonfires festival, with satirical figures and displays explaining a key local tradition.
Palm-lined seafront promenade with patterned paving, harbour views and easy access to the old town and marina.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, stairways and whitewashed houses climbing below the castle, ideal for slow walks and photos.
Urban beach and promenade beside the centre, popular for swimming, strolling and postcard views of the castle above.
Alicante’s signature rice dish, cooked with rabbit, chicken and snails over vine cuttings. It is prized for its smoky flavour and festival roots.
Dry rice cooked in fish stock with cuttlefish, prawns and monkfish, often finished with aioli. A classic coastal dish across Alicante province.
Creamy rice with salt cod and cauliflower, especially linked to Lent and home cooking in Alicante. Simple ingredients give it a deeply local character.
Contemporary fine dining focused on tasting menus and seasonal Mediterranean cooking in an intimate setting in central Alicante.
Well-known central restaurant for refined Alicante rice dishes and seafood in a polished, modern setting near the marina.
Popular casual spot in the old town serving tapas, montaditos and local specialities in a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain’s coast: hotels rise in summer, but dining, local transport and casual drinks stay reasonable for most tourists.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafés; taxi fares are usually rounded up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Altea to Alicante 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 Alicante, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Altea to Alicante buses use the Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir to El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) station pair, with some services arriving at Alicante, Estacion ADIF. Use this guide to compare Altea and Alicante bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Available at Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir: Taxis.
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.
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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