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

The cheapest way to get from Alicante to Irun is to bus via Valencia which costs €45 - €90 and takes 12h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alicante to Irun is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs €90 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Alicante and Irun?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant and arriving at Irun. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Alicante and Irun?

No, there is no direct train from Alicante to Irun. However, there are services departing from Alacant/Alicante Terminal and arriving at Irun via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Alicante to Irun?

The distance between Alicante and Irun is 585 km. The road distance is 686.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Alicante to Irun without a car is to train which takes 9h 15m and costs €110 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Alicante to Irun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alicante to Irun bus from?

Alicante to Irun bus services, operated by Bilman, depart from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant station.

Where do I catch the Alicante to Irun train from?

Alicante to Irun train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Alicante to Irun?

The best way to get from Alicante to Irun is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs €90 - €290. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €110 - €240 and takes 9h 15m, you could also bus, which costs €60 - €75 and takes 11h 10m.

Where does the Alicante to Irun bus arrive?

Alicante to Irun bus services, operated by Bilman, arrive at Irun station.

Where does the Alicante to Irun train arrive?

Alicante to Irun train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Alicante to Irun?

Yes, the driving distance between Alicante to Irun is 687 km. It takes approximately 7h 50m to drive from Alicante to Irun.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Irun?

There are 1944+ hotels available in Irun.

Alicante to Irun - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly to San Sebastián Airport
best
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS)plane ALC - EAS
4h 56m
€91–285
Fly to Bilbao Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane ALC - BIO
2. Take the bus from Airport Loiu Bilbao to Donostia / San Sebastiánbus
6h 7m
€42–132
Train
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Madrid Chamartíntrain Ave
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Iruntrain Alv / ...
9h 15m
€112–235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant to Irunbus
11h 10m
€60–75
Drive 686.9 km
1. Drive from Alicante to Iruncar 686.9 km
7h 50m
€112–162
Fly to Pamplona Airport, bus
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Pamplona Airport (PNA)plane ALC - PNA
2. Take the bus from Pamplona / Iruña to Irúnbus
8h 16m
€113–618
Bus via Valencia
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant to Estació d'Autobusos de Valènciabus Alsa - 710 / ...
2. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to San Sebastián - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
12h 18m
€46–86

Alicante to Irun by train

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Distance: 585.5 km
Duration: 4h 56m

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

Iberia, Vueling Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Irun via Madrid Chamartín in around 9h 15m.

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How to get fromAlicante to Irunby plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, or car

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

Fly to San Sebastián Airport

Fly to Bilbao Airport, bus

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Drive 686.9 km

Fly to Pamplona Airport, bus

Bus via Valencia