What is the cheapest way to get from Málaga to El Alicante?

The cheapest way to get from Málaga to El Alicante is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Málaga to El Alicante?

The fastest way to get from Málaga to El Alicante is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Málaga and El Alicante?

No, there is no direct bus from Málaga to El Alicante. However, there are services departing from Malaga Eeaa and arriving at Bélmez via Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Málaga to El Alicante?

The distance between Málaga and El Alicante is 259 km. The road distance is 240.1 km.

How do I travel from Málaga to El Alicante without a car?

The best way to get from Málaga to El Alicante without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 20m and costs €40 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Málaga to El Alicante?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Málaga to El Alicante, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Málaga to El Alicante bus from?

Málaga to El Alicante bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Malaga Eeaa station.

Where does the Málaga to El Alicante bus arrive?

Málaga to El Alicante bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Cordoba station.

Can I drive from Málaga to El Alicante?

Yes, the driving distance between Málaga to El Alicante is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Málaga to El Alicante.

Where can I stay near El Alicante?

There are 42+ hotels available in El Alicante.

Málaga to El Alicante - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Málaga to El Alicante by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Cordoba-Centraltrain 6199 / ...
2. Take the bus from Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses to Bélmezbus Córdoba
3h 20m
€43–80
Drive 240.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Málaga to El Alicantecar 240.1 km
2h 56m
€38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Malaga Eeaa to Cordobabus ALSA - Motril-Cor / ...
2. Take the bus from Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses to Bélmezbus Córdoba
4h 58m
€41–57

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Distance: 258.7 km
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Málaga, Spain and El Alicante, Spain?

You can take a bus from Malaga Eeaa to El Alicante via Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses and Bélmez in around 4h 58m.

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