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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 18 Sept
£58
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£69
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
15 h
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
16 h 25 m
Buses on 18 Sept
3
Distance
607 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Toulouse to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Toulouse to Alicante will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £58.
To travel from Toulouse to Alicante you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Toulouse to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, while a train costs an average of £157.
Distance: 607 km
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£48 Average Price Cheapest | £131 Average Price | £157 Average Price | £149 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 1m Average total duration 13h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Toulouse to Alicante:
A coach is £83 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Toulouse to Alicante costing on average £131.
A coach is £109 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toulouse to Alicante costing on average £157.
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 15m.
Coach takes on average 13h 31m.
Tickets start at around £48 compared to roughly £149 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £101. The journey takes 13h 31m versus 9h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Toulouse to Alicante coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:10 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 19h00 | 12:10 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 18:00 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 15h30 | 9:30 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 18:20 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 15h10 | 9:30 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 23:45 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 15h00 | 14:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Buses from Toulouse to Alicante run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 18:50. The fastest coach covers the 607 km distance in 15h 0m.
Distance 607 km |
Average bus duration 13h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 15h 0m |
First bus 0:12 |
Last bus 18:50 |
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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 Toulouse 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 Toulouse to Alicante buses use the Toulouse, Gare Routière to Alicante, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Toulouse and Alicante bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Toulouse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Gare Routière.
Available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Airport is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Toulouse, Airport. ATMs are available at Toulouse, Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Airport.
Available at Toulouse, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Airport: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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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