How much does a bus ticket from Alicante to Madrid cost?

The bus ticket price from Alicante to Madrid starts at R 895. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Alicante to Madrid is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Alicante to Madrid?

The average travel time between Alicante and Madrid is around 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 361 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Alicante and Madrid?

The number of buses from Alicante to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Alicante to Madrid by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Alicante to Madrid?

When taking the bus from Alicante to Madrid, you can travel comfortably and safely with ALSA.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Alicante to Madrid?

Buses travelling between Alicante and Madrid leave from Estación de Autobuses Nueva or Alicante Airport and arrive at Estación Sur, Madrid-Barajas Airport, Avenida de América Metro.

Bus Alicante to Madrid from R 146 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Alicante to Madrid on 11 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:45	Alicante	6h 5m	20:50	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	16:15	Alicante	4h 40m	20:55	Estación Sur	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Alicante	5h	16:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	14:45	Alicante	6h 5m	20:50	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	16:15	Alicante	4h 40m	20:55	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	16:15	Alicante	5h	21:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	17:15	Alicante	5h	22:15	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	17:15	Alicante	5h	22:15	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Alicante to Madrid on 12 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:15	Alicante	5h 15m	15:30	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	16:15	Alicante	4h 40m	20:55	Estación Sur	Fastest
Bus	02:15	Alicante	4h 45m	07:00	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	02:15	Alicante	5h 5m	07:20	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:15	Alicante	5h 15m	15:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:15	Alicante	5h 15m	15:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	11:30	Alicante	5h	16:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	11:30	Alicante	5h	16:30	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Alicante to Madrid on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:15	Alicante	5h 15m	15:30	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	16:15	Alicante	4h 40m	20:55	Estación Sur	Fastest
Bus	02:15	Alicante	4h 45m	07:00	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	02:15	Alicante	5h 5m	07:20	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:15	Alicante	5h 15m	15:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:15	Alicante	5h 15m	15:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	11:30	Alicante	5h	16:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	11:30	Alicante	5h	16:30	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Alicante to Madrid on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:15	Alicante	5h	22:15	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	16:15	Alicante	4h 40m	20:55	Estación Sur	Fastest
Bus	02:15	Alicante	4h 45m	07:00	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	02:15	Alicante	5h 5m	07:20	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:15	Alicante	5h 15m	15:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:15	Alicante	5h 15m	15:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	11:30	Alicante	5h	16:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	11:30	Alicante	5h	16:30	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Alicante to Madrid on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:15	Alicante	4h 45m	18:00	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	16:15	Alicante	4h 40m	20:55	Estación Sur	Fastest
Bus	02:15	Alicante	4h 45m	07:00	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	02:15	Alicante	5h 5m	07:20	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:15	Alicante	5h 15m	15:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:15	Alicante	5h 15m	15:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:15	Alicante	5h 15m	15:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	11:30	Alicante	5h	16:30	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Alicante to Madrid on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:45	Alicante	6h 5m	20:50	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	16:15	Alicante	4h 40m	20:55	Estación Sur	Fastest
Bus	02:15	Alicante	4h 45m	07:00	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	02:15	Alicante	5h 5m	07:20	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:15	Alicante	5h 15m	15:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	11:30	Alicante	5h	16:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	14:45	Alicante	6h 5m	20:50	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	14:45	Alicante	6h 5m	20:50	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Alicante to Madrid on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:45	Alicante	6h 5m	20:50	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	16:15	Alicante	4h 40m	20:55	Estación Sur	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Alicante	5h 45m	06:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	00:45	Alicante	6h 20m	07:05	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	02:15	Alicante	4h 45m	07:00	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	02:15	Alicante	5h 5m	07:20	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:15	Alicante	5h 15m	15:30	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	10:15	Alicante	5h 15m	15:30	Estación Sur	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Alicante to Madrid

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 2 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just R 324, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

2h 33mAverage duration

362 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 895 - R 1 357	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 324 - R 3 515	Average duration2h 33m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 322 - R 941	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/560 717 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

Customers have mixed opinions about the service. Some appreciate the convenience of being able to download their tickets onto their phone, while others mention that the drivers were not kind, especially towards non-Spanish speakers.

ALSA Alicante Madrid recent customer reviews

EverythIng was fine but the drivers were not kind! Specially because i am not spanish😢

Shahd F.

2 August 2022

I loved the fact I could easily download my ticket into my phone wallet. Great service

Astrid C.

11 May 2022

Hard to find which bus you need to ride, so arrive at least a few minutes early and ask around. There are no signs and the bus # doesn't match, and the bus never says the destination. You have to ask. This is all of Spain, any bus company.

Albert D.

31 October 2016

ES Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Alicante and Madrid?

Stops in Alicante

A - Estación de Autobuses Nueva

B - Alicante Airport

C - Av. Salamanca

D - Universidad de Alicante

E - Carrer Eusebio Sempere

F - Port d'Alacant

Stops in Madrid

A - Estación Sur

B - Madrid-Barajas Airport

C - Avenida de América Metro

D - Moncloa

E - Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla

F - Ronda de Valencia 6

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alicante to Madrid by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Alicante to Madrid cost?
The bus ticket price from Alicante to Madrid starts at R 895. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Alicante to Madrid is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Alicante to Madrid?
The average travel time between Alicante and Madrid is around 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 361 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Alicante and Madrid?
The number of buses from Alicante to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Alicante to Madrid by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Alicante to Madrid?
When taking the bus from Alicante to Madrid, you can travel comfortably and safely with ALSA.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Alicante to Madrid?
Buses travelling between Alicante and Madrid leave from Estación de Autobuses Nueva or Alicante Airport and arrive at Estación Sur, Madrid-Barajas Airport, Avenida de América Metro.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

09/11

R 251

10/11

R 793

Today

R 521

12/11

R 313

13/11

R 313

14/11

R 250

15/11

R 188

16/11

R 459

The cheapest trip from Alicante to Madrid was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 188

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

You can expect to pay from R 188 to R 1 219 for a bus ticket from Alicante to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 188, which is on 2025-11-15.