What is the cheapest way to get from Basque Country to Alicante?

The cheapest way to get from Basque Country to Alicante is to bus which costs €60 - €70 and takes 10h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basque Country to Alicante?

The fastest way to get from Basque Country to Alicante is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs €30 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Basque Country and Alicante?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Sebastián and arriving at Alicante. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Basque Country and Alicante?

No, there is no direct train from Basque Country to Alicante. However, there are services departing from San Sebastian/Donostia and arriving at Alacant/Alicante Terminal via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Basque Country to Alicante?

The distance between Basque Country and Alicante is 586 km. The road distance is 687.5 km.

How do I travel from Basque Country to Alicante without a car?

The best way to get from Basque Country to Alicante without a car is to train via Madrid which takes 8h 25m and costs €50 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Basque Country to Alicante?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Basque Country to Alicante, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basque Country to Alicante bus from?

Basque Country to Alicante bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where do I catch the Basque Country to Alicante train from?

Basque Country to Alicante train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from San Sebastian/Donostia station.

Train, bus or fly from Basque Country to Alicante?

The best way to get from Basque Country to Alicante is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs €80 - €250. Alternatively, you can train via Madrid, which costs €50 - €170 and takes 8h 25m, you could also bus, which costs €60 - €70 and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Basque Country to Alicante bus arrive?

Basque Country to Alicante bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Pamplona station.

Where does the Basque Country to Alicante train arrive?

Basque Country to Alicante train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Basque Country to Alicante?

Yes, the driving distance between Basque Country to Alicante is 688 km. It takes approximately 7h 41m to drive from Basque Country to Alicante.

How do I get a train ticket from Basque Country to Alicante?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basque Country to Alicante?

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Where can I stay near Alicante?

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Basque Country to Alicante - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Basque Country to Alicante by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, or train (Renfe)

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Fly from San Sebastián Airport
best
1. Fly from San Sebastián Airport (EAS) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane EAS - ALC
3h 57m
€84–243
Fly from Bilbao Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane BIO - ALC
3h 12m
€32–102
Train via Madrid
1. Take the train from San Sebastian/Donostia to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain Ave
8h 25m
€52–168
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Sebastián to Alicantebus
10h 30m
€60–70
Drive 687.5 km
1. Drive from Donostia / San Sebastián to Alicantecar 687.5 km
7h 41m
€108–156
Fly from Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport
1. Fly from Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport (VIT) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane VIT - ALC
3h 12m
€79–178
Bus via Zaragoza
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Pamplonabus
2. Take the bus from Pamplona/Iruña. Estación Bus. Yanguas y Miranda to Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragozabus
3. Take the bus from Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragoza to Alicantebus
12h 50m
€45–77
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from San Sebastian/Donostia to Zaragoza-Deliciastrain Alv
2. Take the train from Zaragoza-Delicias to Estació del Nordtrain
3. Take the train from Estació del Nord to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain Eur / ...
14h
€70–227

Basque Country to Alicante by train

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Distance: 585.6 km
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Basque Country, Spain and Alicante, Spain?

Vueling Airlines and Iberia fly from San Sebastián Airport (EAS) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from San Sebastian/Donostia to Alacant/Alicante Terminal via Madrid Chamartín in around 8h 25m.

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