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05/14/2025
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Madrid to Alicante by bus

The journey from Madrid to Alicante by bus is 223.99 mi and takes 6 hr 19 min. There are 23 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:30 AM and the last at 11:45 PM. It is possible to travel from Madrid to Alicante by bus for as little as $10.26 or as much as $78.01. The best price for this journey is $10.26.

Lowest Price $10.26
Journey Duration 6 hr 19 min
Connection per Day 23
Lowest Price $10.26
Highest Price $78.01
First Departure 12:30 AM
Last Departure 11:45 PM
Distance 223.99 mi
Departure Madrid
Arrival Alicante
Carriers Alsa

Madrid to Alicante Bus Times

Departure date
Wednesday, May 14, 2025

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $9.24 to $43.57 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 79% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Alicante

The cheapest Madrid - Alicante bus tickets can be found for as low as $15.87 if you’re lucky, or $30.76 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $39.57.

Find the best day to travel to Alicante by bus

When travelling to Alicante by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Alsa from Madrid to Alicante
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Madrid to Alicante CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
25.23kg
Bus
27.04kg
Flight
72.1kg
Car
57.68kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Madrid to Alicante?
A bus ticket from Madrid to Alicante is $52.61. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $10.26.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Madrid to Alicante?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Madrid to Alicante is $10.26. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Madrid and Alicante by bus?
Madrid to Alicante is 223.99 mi.
How long does the bus between Madrid and Alicante take?
Madrid to Alicante is on average 6 hr 19 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hr 40 min.
How many bus connections per day go from Madrid to Alicante?
Madrid to Alicante has 23 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Madrid to Alicante leave?
The earliest bus from Madrid to Alicante departs at 12:30 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Madrid to Alicante depart?
The latest bus from Madrid to Alicante departs at 11:45 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Madrid to Alicante in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $10.26 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Madrid to Alicante?
There are on average 10 direct connection(s) from Madrid to go to Alicante.
What's the fastest journey time between Madrid to Alicante by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Madrid and Alicante is 4 hr 40 min.
Is there a direct bus from Madrid to Alicante?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Madrid and Alicante.
What are the CO2 emissions for Madrid to Alicante by bus?
The bus journey from Madrid to Alicante creates 27.04kg of CO2 emissions.

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