- Must visit
Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante
Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection and a historic building in the old town.
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Overview: Ferry from Barcelona to Alicante
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Take a ferry from Barcelona to Alicante and enjoy the approximately 219 nautical miles (407 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance 219 nautical miles (407 km) |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Complete guide to Alicante
Things to do in Alicante
Discover the best of Alicante — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alicante trip today.
- Must visit
MARQ Museo Arqueológico de Alicante
Archaeological museum with well-presented exhibits from prehistory to the modern era, suitable for first-time visitors.
- Recommended
Museo de Hogueras
Museum devoted to Alicante’s Bonfires festival, with satirical figures and displays explaining a key local tradition.
- Must visit
Explanada de España
Palm-lined seafront promenade with patterned paving, harbour views and easy access to the old town and marina.
- Must visit
Barrio de Santa Cruz
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, stairways and whitewashed houses climbing below the castle, ideal for slow walks and photos.
- Recommended
Playa del Postiguet
Urban beach and promenade beside the centre, popular for swimming, strolling and postcard views of the castle above.
- Gluten-free
Arroz con costra
Alicante’s signature rice dish, cooked with rabbit, chicken and snails over vine cuttings. It is prized for its smoky flavour and festival roots.
- Gluten-free
Arroz a banda
Dry rice cooked in fish stock with cuttlefish, prawns and monkfish, often finished with aioli. A classic coastal dish across Alicante province.
- Gluten-free
Arroz con bacalao y coliflor
Creamy rice with salt cod and cauliflower, especially linked to Lent and home cooking in Alicante. Simple ingredients give it a deeply local character.
Monastrell
Contemporary fine dining focused on tasting menus and seasonal Mediterranean cooking in an intimate setting in central Alicante.
La Taberna del Gourmet
Well-known central restaurant for refined Alicante rice dishes and seafood in a polished, modern setting near the marina.
Nou Manolín
Popular casual spot in the old town serving tapas, montaditos and local specialities in a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Spain’s coast: hotels rise in summer, but dining, local transport and casual drinks stay reasonable for most tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple set meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafés; taxi fares are usually rounded up.
Alicante Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.45
- Day pass
- €3.65
To the city centre
Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport -> Plaça dels Estels, Alicante
- Distance
- 9 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Use contactless Móbilis cards on TAM buses and TRAM; single tickets are also sold on board buses and from TRAM ticket machines.
- From the airport, take Bus C-6 to Plaça dels Estels or the railway station for the quickest public transport link into central Alicante.
Best day trips from Alicante by ferry
The most popular day trips by ferry from Alicante are Tabarca. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Alicante on Omio.
Day trip from Alicante to Tabarca by ferry
FAQs: Barcelona to Alicante ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Alicante by ferry. 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 ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alicante, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Barcelona to Alicante.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Barcelona to Alicante.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Barcelona to Alicante is possible with . We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona and Alicante including taking a train, coach and flight.
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