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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 on 29 Aug
£48
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£119
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
10 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
20 h 59 m
Buses on 29 Aug
5
Distance
566 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante will cost around £119 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 5 buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 566 km distance in an average of 20 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 9 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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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, while a flight costs an average of £121.
Distance: 566 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£59 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price | £121 Average Price |
11h 3m Average total duration 10h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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BILMAN | 21:30 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h30 | 8:00 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 25h00 | 9:10 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
BILMAN | 8:45 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 10h35 | 19:20 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses | 25h30 | 12:10 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
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Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £13 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 566 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 566 km |
Average bus duration 10h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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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 Donostia-San Sebastian 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 Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Alicante, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Alicante bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Irún, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi is available at Irún, Estación de Autobuses. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Irún, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Irún, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Irún, Estación de Autobuses: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
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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