Málaga to Alicante by bus + train

This route from Málaga to Alicante is not by bus the whole way: by bus, train it takes about 12h 30m in total, run by City transit, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 3h 45m.

A closer look at the Bus journey

What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.

Observed fare
€153

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Total journey
12h 30m
Change
4 transfers
Operator
City transit, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus

The journey, step by step

  1. 1
    Málaga to MálagaCity transit10m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at Málaga
  2. 2
    Málaga to MadridRenfe2h 50m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at Madrid
  3. 3
    Madrid to Madrid BarajasCity transit10m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at Madrid Barajas
  4. 4
    Madrid Barajas to ValenciaBlaBlaCar Bus4h 29m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at Valencia
  5. 5
    Valencia to AlicanteBlaBlaCar Bus2h 25m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

Total journey time12h 30m

Before you travel

Where does the bus leave from?

This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.

Seats and the service

Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.

Baggage and ticket conditions

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Accessibility

Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.

Other ways to travel

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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.

  • Bus· 4h 30m€26Book
  • Train· 6h 33m€67Book

Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Sep 7

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Málaga to Alicante by bus: common questions

How long does Málaga to Alicante take by bus?

The bus does not cover the whole route: bus + train together take about 12h 30m, 4 transfers.

How much is a bus ticket from Málaga to Alicante?

The best price in our latest check was €153. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.

Who runs the bus from Málaga to Alicante?

City transit, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus. You buy the ticket directly from them.

Is the bus or the flight better?

The flight is faster at 3h 45m. It is cheaper too, at €147.

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