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from $41
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from $17
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from $41
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Madrid - Estación Sur
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Alicante - Alicante
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9:30AM
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Alicante - Alicante
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Madrid - Estación Sur
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Bus Madrid to Alicante: Trip Overview

Bus Madrid to Alicante: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$50
Average bus trip duration7h 20m
Number of daily buses21
Earliest bus departure12:30 AM
Distance222 miles (357 km)
Latest bus departure11:45 PM
Reviews

See what travelers are saying about the trip from Madrid to Alicante

4.4 out of 5 stars

User reviews from travelers who booked a bus ticket from Madrid to Alicante

Ratings and Reviews (122)

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
Too much hot AC temperature should resemlbe more atmosphere

Simão O.

November 27, 2019
Friendly and professional staff delivering a top class service.

Michael K.

October 13, 2019
Bus was very comfortable and nice.

Yejun M.

August 20, 2019
Thanks for alsa eceryting iş good

Mert A.

July 19, 2019

Madrid to Alicante Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses21
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:30AM - 11:45PM
Minimum Price$17
Average Ticket Price$50
Minimum Trip Duration4h40m
Average Bus Trip Duration7h20m
Distance222 miles (357 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteALSA
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Madrid - Alicante

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are practical and eco-friendly ways to travel to Alicante. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

Traveling from Madrid to Alicante takes about 7h 20m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 4h 40m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 224 miles (361 km) that separate the two cities.

Madrid and Alicante are 224 miles (361 km) apart.

About 21 buses travel this route daily, provided by ALSA. The number of buses from Madrid to Alicante can differ depending on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Madrid to Alicante as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates from 12:30 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:45 PM for the final departure.

If you're headed to Alicante from Madrid, chances are that your bus will depart from Madrid Airport and arrive at Alicante Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Madrid to Alicante by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $8.

The bus ticket costs $50 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $8 to $83, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Alicante, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Beaches, MARQ Museum, MUBAG Museum, Hogueras Museum and Explanada de España.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/28
$40
11/29
$40
Today
$40
12/01
$40
12/02
$40
12/03
$21
12/04
$17
12/05
$21
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Alicante was searched and found on Dec 4, 2023 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $76 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Alicante based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2023-12-04.

Usually ALSA Supra 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Madrid to Alicante.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Madrid to Alicante.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Madrid to Alicante that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Madrid to Alicante while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Will you be returning to Madrid by bus?

Bus from Alicante to Madrid

You can also go to Alicante by train

Train from Madrid to Alicante

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