Alicante to Murcia by bus
Murcia lies 69 km (43 mi) south-west of Alicante, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 30 min including stops, over roughly 85 km (53 mi) of road.
| Alicante | Murcia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Population | 348,901 | 471,982 |
| Elevation | 18 m (59 ft) | 53 m (174 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
Where to book buses from Alicante to Murcia
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Staying in Murcia
Our booking partner lists 530 places to stay in Murcia. Of the 237 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (178). Across 50 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 115,014 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Murcia from Alicante?
69 km (43 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Alicante; by road roughly 85 km (53 mi).
How long does it take to get from Alicante to Murcia by bus?
About 1 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Alicante and Murcia?
No, both are on Europe/Madrid at the moment.
Where can I stay in Murcia?
Our booking partner lists 530 places to stay in Murcia, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.