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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 14 Sept
£79
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£88
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
2 h 45 m
Ferries on 14 Sept
2
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ibiza (Island) to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ibiza (Island) to Alicante will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £79.
On Mon 14 Sept, we found 2 ferries from Ibiza (Island) to Alicante, including 2 direct services.
On Mon 14 Sept the direct ferries cover the 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 3 h 14 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.
ELEANOR ROOSEVELT
RAMON LLULL
ELEANOR ROOSEVELT
RAMON LLULLOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ibiza (Island) to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £42, while a ferry costs an average of £88.
Distance: 96 nautical miles (178 km)
| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£88 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ibiza (Island) to Alicante:
A flight is £46 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Ibiza (Island) to Alicante costing on average £88.
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Ferry takes on average 2h 24m.
Coach takes on average 7h 0m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 13:15 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 20:01 | Arrival Time 23:15 | Duration 3h14 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
The table below shows live departures for Ibiza (Island) to Alicante ferries for today, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ELEANOR ROOSEVELT | 11:00 Ibiza-Botafoc | 2h15 | 13:15 Port of Denia | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Ferries from Ibiza (Island) to Alicante run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £13 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:30, the last at 22:32. The fastest ferry covers the 96 nautical miles (178 km) distance in 2h 14m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Ibiza (Island) to Alicante are available to foot passengers.

Distance 96 nautical miles (178 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 11 |
Fastest ferry 2h 14m |
First ferry 7:30 |
Last ferry 22:32 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ibiza (Island) 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.

Most Ibiza (Island) to Alicante ferries use the Ibiza-Botafoc to Port of Denia port pair. Use this guide to compare Ibiza (Island) and Alicante ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Ibiza-Botafoc has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ibiza-Botafoc: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Port of Ibiza has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food options include: Calma Bistro (0.2km), Restaurante Sa Nansa (0.7km), La Brasa Ibiza (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Ibiza.
Available at Port of Ibiza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Port of Ibiza: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Ibiza.
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