Transfer to/from - Alicante airport (ALC)

 
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Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Alicante airport (ALC)

 

 Transportation

 

Urban and Intercity Buses

Alicante Airport has several bus routes connecting with Alicante, Elche, and other nearby towns. The stops are located on the Departures road.

Connections with Alicante and Elche

  • Line C6 (Alicante-Airport): Connects the terminal building with Alicante city centre and several strategic points (Railway Station, Alfonso X El Sabio, Luceros, Puerta del Mar). At Alfonso X El Sabio and Luceros stops, it connects with the TRAM Metropolitan network. Operates every day of the year, with a frequency of 20 minutes (with variations at night) and a journey time of 20-30 minutes. The fare is €4.60.

    More information: Vectalia

  • Line R11 (Elche-Airport): Links the airport with Elche, with stops at the business park and Torrellano.

    More information: Avanza

  • Line R10 (Elche-Airport-Arenales del Sol): Connects the airport with Elche and Los Arenales del Sol, with intermediate stops in Torrellano and L'Altet.

    More information: Avanza

Intercity Connections

  • Calpe: Stops in Alicante, Alicante train station, Alfaz del Pi and Altea.

    Operator: ALSA

  • Jávea / Denia: Connection with intermediate stops in Benissa, Teulada, Benitachell, Gata de Gorgos and Pedreguer.

    Operator: ALSA

  • Benidorm: Direct connection without stops.

    Operator: ALSA

  • Murcia: Non-stop service to the city of Murcia.

    Operator: ALSA

  • Santa Pola/San Vicente del Raspeig: Service to the coastal town of Santa Pola and San Vicente del Raspeig, with stops at El Altet beach, Arenales del Sol and Gran Alacant.

    Operator: Vectalia

  • Torrevieja: Direct service connecting the airport with the tourist town of Torrevieja.

    Operator: Autocares Costa Azul

  • Cartagena: Connection with Cartagena, passing through San Pedro del Pinatar, San Javier, Los Alcázares and Torre Pacheco.

    Operator: Bus BAM

Train - TRAM

The airport does not have a direct train service. The connection with the metropolitan train and tram network (TRAM d'Alacant) is made via the C6 urban bus line to the Luceros or Mercado stations, both located in the centre of Alicante. From these stations, the following TRAM lines operate (service from 6:00 am to 12:00 midnight):

  • Line 1: To Benidorm.
  • Line 2: To Sant Vicent del Raspeig.
  • Line 3: To El Campello.
  • Line 4: To Cabo Huertas and Plaza La Coruña.

More information: TRAM d'Alacant

  Rent a Car

 

VTC (Chauffeured Vehicles)

VTC services such as Uber and Cabify are available at the airport. Passenger pick-up takes place in the designated area in front of the Arrivals Hall, on Level 0.

To use these services, it is necessary to book through their respective mobile applications.

Taxis

The airport’s official taxi service is assigned to Radio Taxi Elche and Servitaxi Elche. The vehicles are identified by a green stripe and the Elche coat of arms. Radio Taxi Elche has an information desk in the Arrivals Hall, open from 9:00 am to 1:00 am.

Fares include a surcharge of €4.25 for airport services. At night (from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am), on Sundays and public holidays, special fares apply.

Estimated journeys:

  • Alicante: Approximately 20-30 minutes.
  • Elche: Approximately 20-25 minutes.

It is recommended to check updated fares directly with the operator or at the information desk.

 
 

Latest updates: June 6, 2026

Transportation Tips to/from the airport

Some of these tips may seem obvious, but they are worth keeping in mind when traveling to or from the airport, especially if you are using public transportation.
 
 1 - To the airport: leave a little earlier than usually recommended. If you take a taxi or a private car service, allow for rush hour traffic, demonstrations, strikes or events that could delay your trip. It always helps to check the local news before you leave.
 
If you book a shared shuttle, keep the company's contact number handy in case the pickup is late. These services usually confirm a scheduled pickup time in advance.
 
If you use public transportation (bus or train), check the schedules (weekends and holidays usually have less frequent service), whether you need to transfer, and how to pay the fare (a transit card, or cash to the driver). These details seem obvious, but knowing them ahead of time can save you from a delay that could cause problems.
 
If you drive a rental car to the airport, check where to return it. Many airports have a dedicated rental car return area.
 
 2 - From the airport: this part is less stressful, since there is no risk of missing a flight. At worst, you will reach your hotel or meeting point a little later than planned.
 
Once you leave the plane, collect your baggage and complete any required arrival procedures. Then follow the signs for ground transportation or ask airport staff.
 
Check bus and train schedules in advance if you arrive late at night, since not all services run 24 hours. The same applies to taxis. If you plan to use a ride-hailing app such as Uber, have it ready on your phone to contact the driver.
 
If you booked a private transfer, a driver will usually be waiting for you with a sign. If you are renting a car, booking in advance gives you more peace of mind. Rental counters are usually located in the arrivals hall.

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