The cheapest and fastest coaches from Málaga to Alicante
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 3 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
391 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Málaga to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Alicante will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
Of the 5 buses that leave Málaga for Alicante every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 391 km distance in an average of 8 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 45 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.
Normal8:008h30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses16:30Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way0 changes
Normal14:157h30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses21:45Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way0 changes
Normal1:008h45Malaga, Estación de Autobuses9:45Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way0 changes
Normal21:307h15Malaga, Estación de Autobuses4:45Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way0 changes
Normal · Normal17:308h15Malaga, Estación de Autobuses1:45Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way1 change
Normal21:307h15Malaga, Estación de Autobuses4:45Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way0 changes
Normal14:157h30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses21:45Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way0 changes
Normal · Normal17:308h15Malaga, Estación de Autobuses1:45Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way1 change
Normal8:008h30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses16:30Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way0 changes
Normal1:008h45Malaga, Estación de Autobuses9:45Alicante, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Málaga to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. 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 £33, and a flight costs an average of £68.
Distance: 391 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£49 Average Price Cheapest | £110 Average Price | £238 Average Price |
6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Málaga to Alicante bus times
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Alicante coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 1:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 8h45 | 9:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 8:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 8h30 | 16:30 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 14:15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 7h30 | 21:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 17:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 8h15 | 1:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 21:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 7h15 | 4:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Málaga to Alicante
Buses from Málaga to Alicante run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 391 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 391 km |
Average bus duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, EMT Málaga from Málaga to AlicanteYou can travel by bus between Málaga to Alicante with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, EMT Málaga for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Malaga to Alicante
Alsa runs more than 15 daily buses between Malaga and Alicante. Travellers can choose between direct journeys (which take approximately 7 hours) and indirect services, which require a transfer in Murcia and take 1 or 2 hours longer. Buses start running at 8:00 a.m. and leave frequently until after midnight, with a gap in the afternoon-evening. The departure point in Malaga is the Alsa bus station in the city centre, which is also near the train station. In Alicante, there are two arrival stations: Alicante - Altet airport (located half way between Alicante city and the popular seaside resort of Santa Pola), and the central bus station, which is 10 minutes away on foot from downtown Alicante and the harbour.
FAQs: Málaga to Alicante coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Málaga and Alicante
Most Málaga to Alicante buses use the Malaga, Estación de Autobuses to Alicante, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Málaga and Alicante bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Málaga station do buses to Alicante leave from?
Getting to Malaga, Estación de Autobuses from Málaga city centre
Malaga, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Málaga city centre. Public transport options include:
Malaga, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Malaga, 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 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station, near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Malaga, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Malaga, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Malaga, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Which Alicante station do buses from Málaga 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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