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Compare all timetables for the bus from Madrid to Alicante

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Madrid to Alicante from various bus operators like ALSA or Grupo Enatcar for the next days.

today
£14
tomorrow
£24
Tuesday
£24
Wednesday
£14
Thursday
£14
Friday
£24
Saturday
£14

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 5h 15m 09:00 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 14:15 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £14
ALSA 5h 5m 09:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 14:35 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £14
ALSA 4h 55m 12:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 17:25 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £24
Grupo Enatcar 5h 35m 23:45 Madrid Benavente Coach Station 05:20 Alicante Misericordia Coach Station  Basic £39

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 5h 5m 09:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 14:35 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £24
ALSA 4h 55m 12:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 17:25 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £24
ALSA 5h 0m 15:00 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 20:00 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £24
ALSA 5h 35m 17:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 23:05 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £24
ALSA 4h 50m 00:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 05:20 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £33
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Alicante via Elx, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • ALSA
      5h 50m
      0
      13:30
      Madrid
      Mendez Alvaro Train Station
      18:15
      Elx
      Chimeneas Bus Stop
      0
      ALSA
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • SuBús
      0h 35m
      0
      18:45
      Elx
      Coach Station
      19:20
      Alicante
      Coach Station
      0
      SuBús
      Economy
      £2
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 5h 5m 09:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 14:35 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £24
ALSA 4h 55m 12:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 17:25 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £24
ALSA 5h 0m 15:00 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 20:00 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £24
ALSA 5h 35m 17:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 23:05 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £24
ALSA 4h 50m 00:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 05:20 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £33
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Alicante via Elx, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • ALSA
      5h 50m
      0
      13:30
      Madrid
      Mendez Alvaro Train Station
      18:15
      Elx
      Chimeneas Bus Stop
      0
      ALSA
      Economy
      £17
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • SuBús
      0h 35m
      0
      18:45
      Elx
      Coach Station
      19:20
      Alicante
      Coach Station
      0
      SuBús
      Economy
      £2
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 5h 5m 09:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 14:35 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £14
ALSA 4h 55m 12:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 17:25 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £14
ALSA 5h 0m 15:00 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 20:00 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £14
Grupo Enatcar 5h 35m 23:45 Madrid Benavente Coach Station 05:20 Alicante Misericordia Coach Station  Basic £40

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 5h 5m 09:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 14:35 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £14
ALSA 4h 55m 12:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 17:25 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £14
ALSA 5h 0m 15:00 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 20:00 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £18
ALSA 5h 35m 17:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 23:05 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £21
ALSA 4h 40m 08:15 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 12:55 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £25

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 5h 5m 09:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 14:35 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £24
ALSA 4h 55m 12:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 17:25 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £24
ALSA 5h 0m 07:30 Madrid Sur Bus Station 12:30 Alicante Coach Station  Basic £30
Grupo Enatcar 6h 30m 22:45 Madrid Benavente Coach Station 05:15 Alicante Misericordia Coach Station  Basic £39
Grupo Enatcar 5h 35m 23:45 Madrid Benavente Coach Station 05:20 Alicante Misericordia Coach Station  Basic £39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Alicante via Elx, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • ALSA
      5h 30m
      0
      09:30
      Madrid
      Mendez Alvaro Train Station
      14:10
      Elx
      Chimeneas Bus Stop
      0
      ALSA
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • SuBús
      0h 30m
      0
      14:30
      Elx
      Coach Station
      15:00
      Alicante
      Coach Station
      0
      SuBús
      Economy
      £2
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 5h 0m 07:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 12:30 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £14
ALSA 5h 35m 17:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 23:05 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £14
ALSA 5h 5m 09:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 14:35 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £18
ALSA 5h 0m 15:00 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 20:00 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £21
ALSA 4h 55m 12:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 17:25 Alicante Coach Station  Economy £24

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Madrid to Alicante is £6 on 24/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Madrid and Alicante

See here how frequent the connections between Madrid and Alicante are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 47 daily coaches from Madrid to Alicante. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Madrid and Alicante.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 77 coaches from Madrid to Alicante, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Madrid and Alicante, with 9 offers.

Facts about coaches from Madrid to Alicante

Compare all providers like ALSA and Grupo Enatcar that travel 23 times every day by bus from Madrid to Alicante in one click! Book your bus ticket from Madrid to Alicante starting from £6!

Cheapest Bus £6
Fastest Bus 4h 40m
Earliest Coach 08:15
Latest Coach 17:30
Daily Bus Connections 23 Ø
Distance 359.5 km
Coach Companies ALSA and Grupo Enatcar

Cheapest coach connections from Madrid to Alicante

Every day, 23 buses from 2 coach companies leave Madrid for Alicante: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 22/03/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/03
Tuesday 17/03
Wednesday 18/03
Thursday 19/03
Friday 20/03
Saturday 21/03
Sunday 22/03
£14
Monday 23/03
£27
Tuesday 24/03
£6
Wednesday 25/03
£6
Thursday 26/03
£13
Friday 27/03
£22
Saturday 28/03
£13
Sunday 29/03
£27
Monday 30/03
£8
Tuesday 31/03
£8
Wednesday 01/04
£13
Thursday 02/04
£34
Friday 03/04
£36
Saturday 04/04
£6
Sunday 05/04
£34
Monday 06/04
£36
Tuesday 07/04
£6
Wednesday 08/04
£6
Thursday 09/04
£8
Friday 10/04
£8
Saturday 11/04
£8
Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Madrid to Alicante

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Madrid to Alicante, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £6, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Madrid to Alicante. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £14.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Madrid to Alicante, with £6. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £34.

How to save money travelling from Madrid to Alicante

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Madrid to Alicante in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Madrid to Alicante, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Madrid to Alicante are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Madrid to Alicante

These are the most booked bus companies between Madrid to Alicante from our users.

ALSA from Madrid to Alicante

ALSA

Here you will find the key facts about the ALSA bus route Madrid to Alicante:

Cheapest Price £14
Fastest Coach 4h 40m
Earliest Coach 08:15
Last Coach 17:30
Daily Connections 19 Ø
Found on 21/03/2026

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Madrid - Alicante

Ouigo
Svetlana , 01/09/2024
Cuidado con las fechas del viaje Cuidado con las fechas del viaje. Cuando buscas una fecha exacta sin darte cuenta te aparece el día siguiente. Así me he confundido y he comprado los boletos para el d ... Cuidado con las fechas del viaje Cuidado con las fechas del viaje. Cuando buscas una fecha exacta sin darte cuenta te aparece el día siguiente. Así me he confundido y he comprado los boletos para el día siguiente por 44 euros. Ahora claro q te ofrecen pagar el servicio del cambio que son 60 euros más la diferencia del precio. Solo pierdo mi dinero

All bus stations and stops in Madrid and Alicante

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Madrid and Alicante.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Madrid to Alicante? Compare all modes of transports from Madrid to Alicante.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Madrid to Alicante

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Madrid to Alicante? Or which bus companies serve the route Madrid to Alicante? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Madrid to Alicante bus

How much does a Madrid - Alicante coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Madrid - Alicante bus trip is available from £6 and takes 5h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Madrid to Alicante?

The connection Madrid to Alicante is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £6 to £53. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Madrid - Alicante route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Madrid to Alicante is offered by roughly 23 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Alicante from Madrid take?

The quickest coach from Madrid to Alicante is provided by ALSA and takes 4h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £51. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Madrid to Alicante?

The earliest bus to Alicante departs from Madrid at 08:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Madrid to Alicante?

The latest bus to Alicante departs from Madrid at 17:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Madrid - Alicante route?

Passengers looking to travel from Madrid to Alicante can travel with ALSA and Grupo Enatcar. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Alicante?

You can check all the direct connections between Madrid and Alicante by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: ALSA and Grupo Enatcar.

What can I take with me on the bus to Alicante from Madrid?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Madrid Alicante bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Madrid Alicante bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Madrid to Alicante on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Madrid to Alicante?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 23 daily trips between Madrid and Alicante. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Madrid to Alicante?

Prices and availability for 23 trips between Madrid and Alicante change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Madrid to Alicante

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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