How much is a ticket from Madrid to Alicante?

The cheapest tickets from Madrid to Alicante start from $20. The average price for this route is around $55. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the ride from Madrid to Alicante?

The average trip duration from Madrid to Alicante is 4h 54m, covering a distance of 222 miles (358 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 2h 17m and is operated by Renfe .

Which companies service the Madrid to Alicante route?

Several major companies operate on this route with 18 trips available per day, including services from ALSA , Renfe , Iryo , OUIGO .

What is the earliest and latest departure time from Madrid to Alicante?

The earliest trip departs from Madrid to Alicante at 12:30am. And the latest trip departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Madrid to Alicante?

A trip from Madrid to Alicante generates an estimated 8.9409375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best company from Madrid to Alicante?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Iryo , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 406 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Alicante?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the company Iryo has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which company has the most timely service from Madrid to Alicante?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is Iryo , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Madrid to Alicante?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Iryo , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus and Train Madrid to Alicante from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on April 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:00pm	Estación Sur	5h	8:00pm	Alicante	Cheapest
6:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 23m	8:23pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
12:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 55m	5:25pm	Alicante	No tags
2:27pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 27m	4:54pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
12:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 55m	5:25pm	Alicante	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on April 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:00am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 35m	9:35am	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
6:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 23m	8:23pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
11:05am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 26m	1:31pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
11:05am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 26m	1:31pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
11:05am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 26m	1:31pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on April 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 55m	5:25pm	Alicante	Cheapest
3:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 17m	5:17pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
12:30am	Estación Sur	4h 50m	5:20am	Alicante	No tags
11:05am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 26m	1:31pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
8:15am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	12:55pm	Alicante	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on April 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:30am	Estación Sur	5h 5m	2:35pm	Alicante	Cheapest
3:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 17m	5:17pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
12:30am	Estación Sur	4h 50m	5:20am	Alicante	No tags
4:45pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	7:10pm	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags
11:05am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 26m	1:31pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on April 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:30am	Estación Sur	5h 5m	2:35pm	Alicante	Cheapest
6:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 23m	8:23pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
12:30am	Estación Sur	4h 50m	5:20am	Alicante	No tags
8:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	11:10am	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags
11:05am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 26m	1:31pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on April 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:00am	Estación Sur	5h 15m	2:15pm	Alicante	Cheapest
3:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 17m	5:17pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
12:30am	Estación Sur	4h 50m	5:20am	Alicante	No tags
4:45pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	7:10pm	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags
11:05am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 26m	1:31pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on April 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:30am	Estación Sur	5h 5m	2:35pm	Alicante	Cheapest
9:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 20m	12:05pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
12:30am	Estación Sur	4h 50m	5:20am	Alicante	No tags
11:05am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 26m	1:31pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
8:15am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	12:55pm	Alicante	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on April 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:30am	Estación Sur	5h 5m	2:35pm	Alicante	Cheapest
6:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 23m	8:23pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
12:30am	Estación Sur	4h 50m	5:20am	Alicante	No tags
11:05am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 26m	1:31pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
8:15am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	12:55pm	Alicante	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Madrid to Alicante

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Alicante. The journey takes about 2 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

2h 28mAverage Duration

222 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $87	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $141	Average Duration2h 28m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Alicante?

Stops in Madrid

A
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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B
Madrid-Chamartin
C. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
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C
Madrid-Príncipe Pio
Príncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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D
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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E
Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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Stops in Alicante

A
Estación de Autobuses Nueva
Estación de Autobuses Nueva, 03003 Alicante (Alacant), Alicante, Spain
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B
Alicante Airport
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C
Av. Salamanca
Av. Salamanca, 3, 03005 Alacant, Alicante Spain
D
Universidad de Alicante
Carretera de San Vicente del Raspeig, s/n, 03690 San Vicente del Raspeig, Alicante, Spain
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E
Carrer Eusebio Sempere
Carrer Eusebio Sempere, 6, 03003 Alacant, Alicante, Spain
F
Port d'Alacant
Mlle. Levante 17B, 03001 Alicante (Alacant), Alicante, Spain

Compare companies

ALSA

4.3/561,697 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

According to 137 reviews, ALSA received a 4.4-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the wifi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at $51

ALSA Madrid Alicante recent customer reviews

Both the drivers were really friendly and accommodating. Though they didn’t speak much English, they did try their best to understand the other passengers that asked some questions.

Richelle D.

December 7, 2019

Overall, I had a positive experience. I was satisfied with the bus and the driving. The estación was a little confusing because I didn’t know which bus my bus was (I had a stop on a bus with another final destination), so I wish I had had that information prior to getting to the station.

Kyla M.

February 1, 2019

Bus itself was a little old, no powerpoints for charging and it wasn’t as clean inside as it should be. Apart from that, no complaints.

James F.

January 16, 2019

Renfe

4.1/5977 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.0

Iryo

4.5/5406 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi3.9

Users have shared positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting the cleanliness of the buses and the friendliness of the staff. Additionally, they appreciated how well-organized everything was and expressed a desire to take more trips with Iryo in the future.

iryo Madrid Alicante recent customer reviews

Everything was great. Very clean, very nice staff.

Anna N.

September 28, 2024

Well orgnizedi loved to go more trip with iryo

Okechukwu James C.

July 26, 2023

OUIGO

4.3/580 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.2

OUIGO is a high-speed low-cost train service operated by the French national railway company, SNCF. It offers affordable and fast travel options for passengers and has recently expanded its services to Spain. OUIGO's rescheduling policy allows passengers to change their travel plans up to 30 minutes before departure, for a 30€ fee. This gives passengers more flexibility and peace of mind when booking their trips. As they are a low-cost company, their luggage policy only allows travelers to take one small hand luggage and a suitcase not bigger than 55x35x25cm. If you need to get around fast at affordable rates, OUIGO might be the best choice.

Companies in ES:FlixBus, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixTrain, ALSA, Iryo, Rede Expressos, Avanza, Sindbad, Itabus

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madrid to Alicante by bus or train

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

How much is a ticket from Madrid to Alicante?
The cheapest tickets from Madrid to Alicante start from $20. The average price for this route is around $55. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Madrid to Alicante?
The average trip duration from Madrid to Alicante is 4h 54m, covering a distance of 222 miles (358 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 2h 17m and is operated by Renfe.
Which companies service the Madrid to Alicante route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 18 trips available per day, including services from ALSA, Renfe, Iryo, OUIGO.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Madrid to Alicante?
The earliest trip departs from Madrid to Alicante at 12:30am. And the latest trip departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Madrid to Alicante?
A trip from Madrid to Alicante generates an estimated 8.9409375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best company from Madrid to Alicante?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Iryo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 406 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Alicante?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the company Iryo has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which company has the most timely service from Madrid to Alicante?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is Iryo, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Madrid to Alicante?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Iryo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses and trains

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

Best price found

04/12

$47

04/13

$16

Today

$16

04/15

$12

04/16

$12

04/17

$20

04/18

$12

04/19

$12

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Alicante was searched and found on Apr 15, 2026 with a price of $12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Madrid to Alicante, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $12 to $202 for a bus or train ticket from Madrid to Alicante based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2026-04-15.

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.