- Must visit
Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante
Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection and a historic building in the old town.
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 7 m
Buses per day
46
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Alicante will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
Of the 46 buses that leave Barcelona for Alicante every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 407 km distance in an average of 7 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 20 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 train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £29.
Distance: 407 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price | £77 Average Price |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Alicante coaches for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 16:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h30 | 0:00 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 16:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h45 | 1:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 16:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h30 | 0:00 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 16:55 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h05 | 0:00 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 16:55 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 8h20 | 1:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 16:55 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h05 | 0:00 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 17:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h15 | 1:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 19:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h15 | 3:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 23:59 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h31 | 9:30 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Normal · Normal | 0:25 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 9h05 | 9:30 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 0:25 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 9h05 | 9:30 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 0:25 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 10h50 | 11:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 1:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h30 | 9:30 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h01 | 13:01 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h30 | 9:30 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h15 | 11:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 7:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h45 | 14:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h15 | 18:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h45 | 14:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h15 | 16:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 7:25 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h20 | 14:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 7:25 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 10h50 | 18:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 7:25 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h20 | 14:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 7:25 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 8h50 | 16:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h15 | 18:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h45 | 21:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h15 | 19:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 10:25 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h50 | 18:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 10:25 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 11h20 | 21:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 10:25 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 8h50 | 19:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal+ Normal | 12:15 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 11h45 | 0:00 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal+ Normal | 12:15 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 11h45 | 0:00 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal+ Normal | 12:20 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 11h40 | 0:00 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h30 | 0:00 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h45 | 1:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h15 | 21:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 12:55 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 12h20 | 1:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 12:55 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 11h05 | 0:00 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 12:55 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 8h50 | 21:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 14:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h45 | 1:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 14:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h30 | 0:00 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 14:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h15 | 21:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Buses from Barcelona to Alicante run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 407 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 407 km |
Average bus duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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Best time to book 91 days |
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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Estación de Autobuses Alicante -> Plaça de Luceros, Alicante
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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 Barcelona to Alicante buses use the Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Alicante, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Alicante bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 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 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) is 13 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), La Botiga (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0).
Available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0): 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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