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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Alicante to Madrid
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
360 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Alicante to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Madrid will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $21.
Of the 13 buses that leave Alicante for Madrid every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 360 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare coach, train and flight for Alicante to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $27.
Distance: 360 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average Price Cheapest | $54 Average Price | $106 Average Price |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Alicante to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Madrid coaches for today, Tuesday, 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Normal | 4:15 pm Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 5h00 | 9:15 pm Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday, 17 December | |||||
| Normal | 1:15 am Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 4h45 | 6:00 am Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 1:15 am Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 5h05 | 6:20 am Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 9:15 am Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 5h15 | 2:30 pm Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 10:30 am Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 5h00 | 3:30 pm Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 1:45 pm Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 6h05 | 7:50 pm Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Alicante to Madrid
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Buses from Alicante to Madrid run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 360 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 360 km |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, Infobus from Alicante to MadridYou can travel by bus between Alicante to Madrid with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, Infobus for as low as $11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Alicante to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Madrid by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Alicante, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Alicante and Madrid
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km)
- Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 06, 09, 24 Tram: L1, L2
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
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