Alicante to Madrid Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Alicante and Madrid?

The distance between these two places is a total of 258 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Alicante and Madrid?

The average travel time between the stations is 05:22 hours.

Q: What is the ticket price for the journey from Alicante to Madrid?

The ticket prices begin from £16.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Alicante to Madrid?

The average number of daily departures is 20. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: Are all the buses direct on the route from Alicante to Madrid?

The majority of the coaches are direct, and if there is a layover, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a layover involved.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Alicante to Madrid?

All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How can I travel from Alicante to Madrid by bus?

To travel from Alicante to Madrid by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

Q: How can I find which buses operate between Alicante and Madrid?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the first and last buses leave Alicante?

The first bus departs at 00:45, and the last bus departs at 18:15.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Alicante to Madrid?

No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

Alicante to Madrid Madrid to Alicante

Alicante to Madrid Route Overview

Alicante to Madrid bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 20 daily bus departures available. The earliest bus departs from Alicante at 00:45h, arriving at Madrid at 06:30h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 18:15h, arriving at 23:05h the same day.

Departure station and country Alicante, Spain

Arrival station and country Madrid, Spain

Travel Distance 258 mi

Average Trip Duration 05h 22min

Total Departures 20

Popular Operators Alsa

Lowest Price £16

Transportation Options Coach, Train, Plane

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Alicante to Madrid:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

00:45 Alicante Central Bus Station

5h 45min

06:30 Madrid South Bus Station

Alsa

from 43.72 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 21. Apr

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00:45 Alicante Central Bus Station

4h 50min

05:35 Madrid South Bus Station

Alsa

from 42.67 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 20. Apr

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02:15 Alicante Central Bus Station

5h 5min

07:20 Madrid South Bus Station

Alsa

from 42.67 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 20. Apr

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10:15 Alicante Central Bus Station

5h 15min

15:30 Madrid South Bus Station

Alsa

from 30.03 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 22. Apr

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11:30 Alicante Central Bus Station

5h 0min

16:30 Madrid South Bus Station

Alsa

from 30.03 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 22. Apr

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Traveling by coach from Alicante to Madrid

The shortest travel distance between Alicante and Madrid is 258 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 16:15 has a travel time of 04:40h. The longest travel time on the route is 06:05h. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Bus companies operating the Alicante to Madrid route

Alsa is the carrier operating this route. The company has been reviewed 143 times by travellers. Below is their average rating.

7.9 Alsa

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Alicante or Madrid coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.

Alicante

You can see information about the departure station and stops Alicante here

Madrid

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Madrid here

Cheapest tickets

Below are the most affordable ticket options available, depending on availability:
Adult ticket: £16 (One-Way) or £32 (Return).

Travel reviews for Alicante to Madrid bus

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Other popular destinations from Alicante

If you're wondering which other destinations you can visit when travelling from Alicante, below are some of the most popular routes that other travellers have booked tickets for:

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