What is the cheapest way to get from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante?

The cheapest way to get from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante is to bus via Valencia which costs €45 - €70 and takes 8h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante?

The fastest way to get from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante is to fly which takes 3h 21m and costs €35 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona (Station) and Alicante?

No, there is no direct bus from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante. However, there are services departing from Riera Blanca - Les Corts and arriving at Alicante via Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and Estació d'Autobusos de València. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Barcelona (Station) and Alicante?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Alacant/Alicante Terminal. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante?

The distance between Barcelona (Station) and Alicante is 432 km. The road distance is 502.8 km.

How do I travel from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante without a car?

The best way to get from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante without a car is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs €65 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barcelona (Station) to Alicante bus from?

Barcelona (Station) to Alicante bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where do I catch the Barcelona (Station) to Alicante train from?

Barcelona (Station) to Alicante train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train, bus or fly from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante?

The best way to get from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante is to fly which takes 3h 21m and costs €35 - €130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €65 - €110 and takes 5h 47m, you could also bus via Valencia, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Barcelona (Station) to Alicante bus arrive?

Barcelona (Station) to Alicante bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estació d'Autobusos de València station.

Where does the Barcelona (Station) to Alicante train arrive?

Barcelona (Station) to Alicante train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Can I drive from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona (Station) to Alicante is 503 km. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante.

Where can I stay near Alicante?

There are 4624+ hotels available in Alicante.

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There are 6 ways to get from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante by plane, train (Renfe), bus, car, or train

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Fly to Alicante-Elche Airport
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1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane BCN - ALC
3h 21m
€37–121
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain Eur / ...
5h 47m
€65–110
Bus via Valencia
1. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Estació d'Autobusos de Valènciabus Alsa / ...
2. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to Alicantebus Alsa - 710 / ...
8h 51m
€46–68
Drive 502.8 km
1. Drive from Barcelona (Station) to Alicantecar 502.8 km
5h 17m
€80–115
Fly to Valencia Airport, train
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Valencia Airport (VLC)plane BCN - VLC
2. Take the train from Estació del Nord to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain
5h 57m
€82–206
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona - North Bus Station to Alicantebus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 25m
€48–88

Barcelona (Station) to Alicante by bus

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Distance: 431.7 km
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Barcelona (Station), Catalonia, Spain and Alicante, Spain?

Vueling Airlines, Air Europa, and Ryanair fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Barcelona-Sants to Alacant/Alicante Terminal every 3 hours. Tickets cost €65–110 and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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How to get fromBarcelona (Station) to Alicanteby plane, train (Renfe), bus, car, or train

There are 6 ways to get from Barcelona (Station) to Alicante by plane, train (Renfe), bus, car, or train

Fly to Alicante-Elche Airport

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Bus via Valencia

Drive 502.8 km

Fly to Valencia Airport, train

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