4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bilbao to Alicante
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
11 h 5 m
Average duration
16 h 22 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
584 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bilbao to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Alicante will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bilbao for Alicante every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 584 km distance in an average of 16 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 2 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.
BILMAN8:1511h05Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses19:20Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£501One-way0 changes- REFUERZO21:1511h40Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses8:55Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£501One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:5026h20Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea9:10Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£1561One-way2 changes
- BILMAN8:1511h05Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses19:20Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£501One-way0 changes
- REFUERZO21:1511h40Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses8:55Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£501One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:5026h20Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea9:10Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£1561One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bilbao to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a flight costs an average of £13.
Distance: 584 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£62 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price | £68 Average Price |
12h 16m Average total duration 11h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bilbao to Alicante bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Alicante coaches for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REFUERZO | 21:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 10h40 | 7:55 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:05 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 35h05 | 9:10 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:25 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 37h45 | 12:10 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
| Friday 3 July | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 26h20 | 9:10 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
| BILMAN | 8:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 11h05 | 19:20 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Bilman Bus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Bilman Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Jimenez, FlixBus, TRANSPORTES DE VIAJEROS ZARAGOZA TERUEL S.L or Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao to Alicante.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Jimenez, FlixBus, TRANSPORTES DE VIAJEROS ZARAGOZA TERUEL S.L or Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao to Alicante.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Alicante
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Buses from Bilbao to Alicante run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £13 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 584 km distance in 10h 40m.
Distance 584 km |
Average bus duration 11h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 40m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: Bilman Bus, Jimenez, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa from Bilbao to AlicanteYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Alicante with Bilman Bus, Jimenez, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bilbao to Alicante coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao 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.
- Bilman Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Jimenez
- Jiménez Dorado buses offer assistance, priority boarding, and accessible seating for passengers with reduced mobility.
- Bilman Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refund for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Jimenez
- Tickets can be canceled with a penalty: 10% deduction if canceled more than 48 hours before departure, 20% deduction if canceled between 48 and 2 hours before departure, and no refund if canceled within 2 hours of departure.
- Bilman Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Jimenez
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (80x50x30) are included.
- Bilman Bus
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Jimenez
- Additional luggage can be transported for an extra fee.
- Bilman Bus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel free.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bilbao and Alicante
Most Bilbao to Alicante buses use the Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses to Alicante, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Alicante bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Bilbao station do buses to Alicante leave from?
Getting to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses from Bilbao city centre
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea from Bilbao city centre
Which Alicante station do buses from Bilbao arrive at?
Getting to Alicante, Estación de Autobuses from Alicante city centre
Alicante, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Alicante, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km), Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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