THE SHORT VERSION
Alicante to Barcelona at a glance.
- From
- Alicante Alacant / Alicante
- Road distance
- About 535 km
- Straight line
- 407 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~6 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Barcelona to Alicante →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Alicante
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Barcelona
Barcelona Nord is next to Arc de Triomf metro (line 1) and Rodalies station.
- Barcelona Nord · Estació d'Autobusos Barcelona Nord
Carrer d'Alí Bei, near Arc de Triomf. All long-distance buses. - Barcelona Sants
Some buses also pick up and drop off at Sants railway station.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Several buses may leave for the same place at the same time: show your ticket to the driver before loading your bags.
KEEP GOING
From Barcelona, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Barcelona
More buses from Alicante
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Alicante from Barcelona by road?+
About 535 km by road (407 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Alicante to Barcelona take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 6 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Alicante?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Barcelona to Alicante?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Barcelona to Alicante guide.
Where does the bus from Alicante arrive in Barcelona?+
It depends on the operator. In Barcelona, services use Barcelona Nord, Barcelona Sants. Barcelona Nord is next to Arc de Triomf metro (line 1) and Rodalies station.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Barcelona?+
Barcelona Nord is next to Arc de Triomf metro (line 1) and Rodalies station.
What kind of bus runs from Alicante to Barcelona?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Alicante to Barcelona bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Barcelona by bus?+
Direct buses from Barcelona include Valencia, Marseille, Madrid, Lyon, Nice and more. See all connections on our Barcelona bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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