How to get from Bilbao to Alicante
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Bilbao to Alicante by price and travel time (route calculated on 28 October 2026).
- 585 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 20m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h 20m
direct
Flight
€48
Cheapest
11h 55m
1 transfer
Bus
€37
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 28 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bilbao to Alicante. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 20m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 585 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on October 28, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
585 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €48Checked Oct 28 | 1h 20mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €81Omio catalogue, Oct 28 | 9h 37m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €56Omio catalogue, Oct 28 | 11h 55m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€48Checked Oct 281h 20m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€81Omio catalogue, Oct 289h 37m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€56Omio catalogue, Oct 2811h 55m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Bilbao to Alicante: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bilbao Airport → Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airportflight
Vueling·1h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Oct 28
Operators seen on these journeys
VuelingBilbao Airport-Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández AirportSee live options and dates →ALSABilbao-Madrid Barajas, Madrid Barajas-AlicanteBook →
RenfeBilbao-Madrid, Madrid-AlicanteBook →On this route you travel with Vueling, ALSA, Renfe; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Bilbao to Alicante works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 28 October 2026. Start with a VY flight from Bilbao to Alicante, about 1h 20m. In total it's roughly €48 over 1h 20m, direct, no transfers.
Where to stay
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Bilbao to Alicante: common questions
How long does it take to get from Bilbao to Alicante?
Routavio's route check on 28 October 2026 times the flight itself at about 1h 20m; the most useful option is a flight. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Alicante from Bilbao?
About 585 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bilbao to Alicante cost?
Routavio's price check on 28 October 2026 puts the route we recommend at €48. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Bilbao to Alicante?
Yes. The best option Routavio found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 20m.
How long is the flight from Bilbao to Alicante?
Routavio times the flight itself at about 1h 20m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Bilbao and Alicante?
Bilbao is BIO and Alicante is ALC, so this route is usually written BIO to ALC.
Which operators run Bilbao to Alicante?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with Vueling, ALSA, Renfe.
Can you get from Bilbao to Alicante without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 7h 52m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Alicante?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Vueling, ALSA, Renfe
Route calculated: 28 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 28 Oct 2026