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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Alicante | Estación Sur | Cheapest | |||||
 | Alicante | Estación Sur | Fastest | |||||
| Alicante | Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | No tags | |||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Alicante to Madrid
We recommend taking the trainAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 2 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Alicante to Madrid: Trip Overview
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Customers have mixed opinions about the service. Some appreciate the convenience of being able to download their tickets onto their phone, while others mention that the drivers were not kind, especially towards non-Spanish speakers.
ALSA Alicante Madrid recent customer reviews
EverythIng was fine but the drivers were not kind! Specially because i am not spanish😢
Shahd F.
I loved the fact I could easily download my ticket into my phone wallet. Great service
Astrid C.
Hard to find which bus you need to ride, so arrive at least a few minutes early and ask around. There are no signs and the bus # doesn't match, and the bus never says the destination. You have to ask. This is all of Spain, any bus company.
Albert D.
Alicante to Madrid Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Alicante - Madrid
How much does a bus ticket from Alicante to Madrid cost?
The bus ticket price from Alicante to Madrid starts at US$51. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Alicante to Madrid is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Alicante to Madrid?
The average travel time between Alicante and Madrid is around 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 361 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Alicante and Madrid?
The number of buses from Alicante to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Alicante to Madrid by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Alicante to Madrid?
When taking the bus from Alicante to Madrid, you can travel comfortably and safely with ALSA.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Alicante to Madrid?
Buses travelling between Alicante and Madrid leave from Estación de Autobuses Nueva or Alicante Airport and arrive at Estación Sur, Madrid-Barajas Airport, Avenida de América Metro.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Alicante to Madrid was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Alicante to Madrid as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$11 to US$70 for a bus ticket from Alicante to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$11, which is on 2025-11-01.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Alicante and Madrid!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Alicante to Madrid, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Alicante to Madrid.
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Did you know?
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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Popular Buses Connecting Alicante
Buses Leaving from Alicante
- Bus from Alicante to Torrevieja
- Coach Alicante - Valencia
- Bus Alicante - Javea
- Bus from Alicante to Benidorm
- Coach Alicante - Sax
- Bus Alicante - Polop
- Bus from Alicante to Novelda
- Coach Alicante - La Unión
- Bus Alicante - Castalla
- Bus from Alicante to San Javier
- Coach Alicante - Vera
- Bus Alicante - Bailén
- Bus from Alicante to Aspe
- Coach Alicante - Albacete
- Bus Alicante - Caudete
Buses Going to Alicante
- Bus from Pinoso to Alicante
- Coach Benitachell - Alicante
- Bus Altea - Alicante
- Bus from Elche to Alicante
- Coach Denia - Alicante
- Bus Madrid - Alicante
- Bus from Puerto Lumbreras to Alicante
- Coach Aspe - Alicante
- Bus Granada - Alicante
- Bus from Córdoba to Alicante
- Coach Lugo - Alicante
- Bus Pedreguer - Alicante
- Bus from Callosa de Segura to Alicante
- Coach Vigo - Alicante
- Bus Sorbas - Alicante
Popular Buses Connecting Madrid
Buses Leaving from Madrid
- Bus from Madrid to Barcelona
- Coach Madrid - Valencia
- Bus Madrid - Paris
- Bus from Madrid to Bilbao
- Coach Madrid - Málaga
- Bus Madrid - Salamanca
- Bus from Madrid to Villanueva de la Jara
- Coach Madrid - Villablino
- Bus Madrid - Benavente
- Bus from Madrid to Escalona del Alberche
- Coach Madrid - Arriondas
- Bus Madrid - Cañamares
- Bus from Madrid to Calzada de Oropesa
- Coach Madrid - La Carrera
- Bus Madrid - San Clemente
Buses Going to Madrid
- Bus from Barcelos to Madrid
- Coach Valencia - Madrid
- Bus El Oso - Madrid
- Bus from Dortmund to Madrid
- Coach Girona - Madrid
- Bus Ciudad Real - Madrid
- Bus from Puerto de San Vicente to Madrid
- Coach Ojos-Albos - Madrid
- Bus Alcollarín - Madrid
- Bus from Hellín to Madrid
- Coach Tobillos - Madrid
- Bus Antequera - Madrid
- Bus from Almarza to Madrid
- Coach La Puebla de Montalbán - Madrid
- Bus Acedera - Madrid