What is the cheapest way to get from Alicante to Catalonia?

The cheapest way to get from Alicante to Catalonia is to rideshare which costs €29 and takes 6h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alicante to Catalonia?

The fastest way to get from Alicante to Catalonia is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs €30 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Alicante and Catalonia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Alicante and arriving at Barcelona - North Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Alicante and Catalonia?

No, there is no direct train from Alicante to Catalonia. However, there are services departing from Alacant/Alicante Terminal and arriving at Barcelona Plaça de Catalunya via Barcelona Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Alicante to Catalonia?

The distance between Alicante and Catalonia is 432 km. The road distance is 504.8 km.

How do I travel from Alicante to Catalonia without a car?

The best way to get from Alicante to Catalonia without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs €70 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Alicante to Catalonia?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Alicante to Catalonia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alicante to Catalonia bus from?

Alicante to Catalonia bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Alicante station.

Where do I catch the Alicante to Catalonia train from?

Alicante to Catalonia train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Alicante to Catalonia?

The best way to get from Alicante to Catalonia is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs €30 - €130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €110 and takes 5h 35m, you could also bus via Valencia, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Alicante to Catalonia bus arrive?

Alicante to Catalonia bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estació d'Autobusos de València station.

Where does the Alicante to Catalonia train arrive?

Alicante to Catalonia train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Alicante to Catalonia?

Yes, the driving distance between Alicante to Catalonia is 505 km. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Alicante to Catalonia.

How do I get a train ticket from Alicante to Catalonia?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Alicante to Catalonia?

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Where can I stay near Catalonia?

There are 5190+ hotels available in Catalonia.

Can I share a ride from Alicante to Catalonia?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Alicante and Catalonia. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Alicante to Catalonia - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and rideshare

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There are 7 ways to get from Alicante to Catalonia by plane, train (Renfe), bus, rideshare, train, or car

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Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport
best
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane ALC - BCN
3h 17m
€33–121
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Alicante to Barcelonerideshare 503.3 km
6h 6m
€29
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Barcelona-Santstrain Eur / ...
5h 35m
€70–105
Bus via Valencia
1. Take the bus from Alicante to Estació d'Autobusos de Valènciabus Alsa - 710 / ...
2. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nordbus ALSA - Gan-Bar / ...
7h 25m
€44–64
Train to Valencia Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Estació del Nordtrain
2. Fly from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane VLC - BCN
5h 27m
€79–205
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alicante to Barcelona - North Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 35m
€45–85
Drive 504.8 km
1. Drive from Alicante to Barcelonacar 504.8 km
5h 24m
€80–116

Alicante to Catalonia by train (Renfe)

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5h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 432.1 km
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Alicante, Spain and Catalonia, Spain?

Vueling Airlines and Ryanair fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Barcelona-Sants every 4 hours. Tickets cost €65–110 and the journey takes 5h 27m.

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