Bus and Train from Alicante to Barcelona: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Alicante to Barcelona on 14 July
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSA
Estació d'autobusos d'Alacant, (Puerto de Alicante), Muelle de Poniente
Estació del Nord de BarcelonaCheapest
RENFE Euromed
Alacant-Terminal
Barcelona-SantsFastest
ALSA
Estació d'autobusos d'Alacant, (Puerto de Alicante), Muelle de Poniente
Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1No tags
RENFE Euromed
Alacant-Terminal
Barcelona-SantsNo tags
ALSA
Estació d'autobusos d'Alacant, (Puerto de Alicante), Muelle de Poniente
Estació del Nord de BarcelonaNo tags
RENFE Euromed
Alacant-Terminal
Barcelona-SantsNo tags
ALSA
Estació d'autobusos d'Alacant, (Puerto de Alicante), Muelle de Poniente
Estació del Nord de BarcelonaNo tags
RENFE Euromed
Alacant-Terminal
Barcelona-SantsNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Alicante to Barcelona

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
5h 30mAverage duration
252 milesDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£54 - £59Average duration7h 30m
10kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£36 - £108Average duration5h 30m
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alicante to Barcelona by bus or train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a ticket from Alicante to Barcelona cost?

    The cheapest tickets from Alicante to Barcelona start from £36. The average price for this route is around £57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the journey from Alicante to Barcelona?

    The average trip duration from Alicante to Barcelona is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 251 miles. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 5h 27m and is operated by Renfe.

  3. Which companies operate the Alicante to Barcelona route?

    Several major companies operate on this route with 8 trips available per day, including services from ALSA, Renfe.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times from Alicante to Barcelona?

    The earliest service departs from Alicante for Barcelona at 01:45. And the latest service departs at 23:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from Alicante to Barcelona?

    A journey from Alicante to Barcelona produces an estimated 10.0932875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly way to travel and a mode of transport recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best company from Alicante to Barcelona?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 62458 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Alicante to Barcelona?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

  8. Which company offers the most punctual service from Alicante to Barcelona?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Alicante to Barcelona?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11/07
£53
12/07
£53
Today
£53
14/07
£40
15/07
£50
16/07
£46
17/07
£50
18/07
£40
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Alicante to Barcelona was searched and found on 18 Jul 2026 with a price of £40

To save money and ensure you get the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Alicante to Barcelona, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between £40 and £112 for a bus or train ticket from Alicante to Barcelona based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at £40 on 2026-07-18.

Usually Renfe will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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