Bus from Alicante to Barcelona: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Alicante to Barcelona on 8 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSABus
    		Estació d'autobusos d'Alacant, (Puerto de Alicante), Muelle de Poniente
    		T1 Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) CheapestFastest
    ALSABus
      		Estació d'autobusos d'Alacant, (Puerto de Alicante), Muelle de Poniente
      		Estació del Nord de BarcelonaNo tags
      ALSABus
        		Estació d'autobusos d'Alacant, (Puerto de Alicante), Muelle de Poniente
        		Estació del Nord de BarcelonaNo tags
        ALSABus
          		Estació d'autobusos d'Alacant, (Puerto de Alicante), Muelle de Poniente
          		Estació del Nord de BarcelonaNo tags
          ALSABus
            		Estació d'autobusos d'Alacant, (Puerto de Alicante), Muelle de Poniente
            		Estació del Nord de BarcelonaNo tags

            Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:29 PM CET.

            Compare 3 ways to travel from Alicante to Barcelona

            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 442, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            21carpool per day
            5h 30mAverage duration
            408 kmDistance
            17kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceR 1 197 - R 1 269Average duration7h 45m
            10kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceR 662 - R 2 798Average duration5h 30m
            10kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average priceR 442 - R 1 159Average duration5h 30m
            17kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alicante to Barcelona by bus

            Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

            1. How much is the bus ticket from Alicante to Barcelona?

              The cheapest bus tickets from Alicante to Barcelona start at R 1 197. The average price for this route is around R 1 253. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

            2. How long is the bus journey from Alicante to Barcelona?

              The average bus journey time from Alicante to Barcelona is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 395 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 15m and is operated by ALSA.

            3. Which bus companies service the Alicante to Barcelona route?

              Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.

            4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Alicante to Barcelona?

              The earliest bus departs from Alicante to Barcelona at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

            5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Alicante to Barcelona?

              A bus trip from Alicante to Barcelona produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
            05/01
            R 1 146
            06/01
            R 1 147
            Today
            R 1 146
            08/01
            R 1 094
            09/01
            R 1 095
            10/01
            R 900
            11/01
            R 753
            12/01
            R 678
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Alicante to Barcelona was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 678

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Alicante to Barcelona as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from R 678 to R 1 147 for a bus ticket from Alicante to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 678, which is on 2026-01-12.

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