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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Altea
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Altea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Altea will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 8 buses that leave Madrid for Altea every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 373 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Madrid to Altea
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Altea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £27.
Distance: 373 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£41 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price |
5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Altea bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Altea coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Normal | 21:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h30 | 05:15 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h45 | 05:15 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| Normal · Normal | 08:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h05 | 15:35 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h30 | 20:15 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 1 change | |
| Normal | 14:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h15 | 20:15 Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Altea.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Altea
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Buses from Madrid to Altea run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 373 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 373 km |
Average bus duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra from Madrid to AlteaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Altea with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Altea coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Altea 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 Altea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Altea
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
DiningATMAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
Taxis- Bus: L10, L11, L12
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