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

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Alicante is to rideshare which costs €47 and takes 8h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Alicante is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs €40 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Alicante?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Alicante. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Alicante?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to Alicante. However, there are services departing from Bilbao-Abando and arriving at Alacant/Alicante Terminal via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Alicante?

The distance between Bilbao and Alicante is 624 km. The road distance is 739.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Bilbao to Alicante without a car is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs €100 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Bilbao to Alicante, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Alicante bus from?

Bilbao to Alicante bus services, operated by Bilman, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Alicante train from?

Bilbao to Alicante train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Bilbao-Abando station.

Train, bus or fly from Bilbao to Alicante?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Alicante is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs €40 - €110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €100 - €240 and takes 7h 30m, you could also bus, which costs €65 - €80 and takes 10h 55m.

Where does the Bilbao to Alicante bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bilbao to Alicante train arrive?

Bilbao to Alicante train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to Alicante?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Alicante is 739 km. It takes approximately 7h 53m to drive from Bilbao to Alicante.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Alicante?

There are 4698+ hotels available in Alicante.

Can I share a ride from Bilbao to Alicante?

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

Bilbao to Alicante - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Bilbao to Alicante by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly from Bilbao Airport
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1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane BIO - ALC
3h 22m
€43–108
Train
1. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain Ave
7h 30m
€107–234
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Alicantebus
10h 55m
€65–80
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Bilbao to Alicanterideshare 737.8 km
8h 59m
€47
Bus to Santander Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Parada de autobús del aeropuerto de Santanderbus
2. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane SDR - ALC
4h 7m
€59–226
Bus to Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Bolueta to Aireportua/Aeropuerto Vitoria-Gasteizbus
2. Fly from Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport (VIT) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane VIT - ALC
3h 40m
€118–280
Bus via Zaragoza
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragozabus Alsa / ...
2. Take the bus from Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragoza to Alicantebus Vac-133
11h 30m
€66–111
Drive 739.4 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Alicantecar 739.4 km
7h 53m
€118–170

Bilbao to Alicante by train

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7h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 624 km
Duration: 3h 22m

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

Vueling Airlines, Volotea, and two other airlines fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bilbao-Abando to Alacant/Alicante Terminal via Madrid Chamartín in around 7h 30m.

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