How to get to Alcúdia
Alcúdia is the oldest city on the island and was the first capital of Mallorca, with origins dating back to Roman times. Founded as the Roman city of Pollentia in 123 BC, Alcúdia preserves a rich historical heritage, including its medieval walls and the archaeological site of Pollentia. Alcúdia is known for its proximity to Port d’Alcúdia, an important tourist resort with a promenade lined with restaurants and hotels, as well as its long sandy beach.
Access ways
The best way to get to Alcúdia is to take the TIB (Transport de les Illes Balears) bus lines, which connect Palma (from Plaza España) with Alcúdia and other localities. You can also get Alcudia by car, which will take much less time, or by taxi, which is usually the fastest but also the most expensive option.
How to get to Alcúdia? Getting there from the center of Palma
To get to Alcúdia from the center of Palma, the fastest and most convenient option is to travel by car, although you can also get there by public transport.
By car: The most direct route is to take the road connecting Palma with Alcúdia: Take the Plaza de España exit that connects to the Ma-13 (Palma to Alcúdia highway). The route is fairly direct and uncomplicated. The journey is about 60 km and takes approximately 50-60 minutes, depending on traffic. There are no tolls on this route.
If you are coming from the airport: Take the MA-19 and merge onto the MA-13 from the city and continue on this main highway heading north/northeast. As mentioned, the route to Alcudia is well signposted. After 60 kilometers, look for and take the exit for Alcudia, following the signs to the town center.
Parking: In Alcudia, especially in the old town, it can be difficult to find parking, so it is advisable to look for information on parking zones before arriving.
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How to get to Alcúdia? Arriving by taxi from Palma
By taxi. You can take a taxi from the airport or from any taxi rank in Palma. The journey costs approximately €70-100 and takes about 45 minutes.
How to get to Alcúdia? Arriving by bus from Palma
To get to Alcudia by bus, you can take different TIB lines depending on your starting point: from the airport, the A32 line (May-October) is the most direct, while at other times of the year the option is to take the A1 to Palma and then the 302 line. To get around the municipality, there are local buses that stop at key points such as the historic center, the port, and the market (on Tuesdays and Sundays). Tickets can be paid for on board by card or cash (maximum €10), or by purchasing a prepaid card, although it is recommended to pay by bank card directly on the bus to avoid higher fees.
How to get to Alcúdia? From Palma airport
Direct option (May to October): Take the A32 line (Airport – Can Picafort). This line stops in Alcudia.
General option (all year round): Take the A1 line from the airport to Palma’s intermodal station. From there, take the 302 line (Palma – Can Picafort) to Alcudia.
Within Alcudia
To get between the center and the port: There are bus lines connecting these areas. For example, line 302 connects the center of Palma with the Port of Alcudia.
To go to the market: There are bus stops near the market (Tuesdays and Sundays), such as Pla del Pinar 1. Line 302 also stops at locations near the market.
Local lines: There are other local lines that run through different areas of Alcudia, such as lines 322, 323, 324, 325, 327, 334, and 231, which connect different neighborhoods and points of interest.
How to pay
Pay on board: You can pay with cash (maximum €10) or by credit card. We recommend paying by credit card, as it is cheaper than paying in cash.
TIB card: If you live in Mallorca, it is a good idea to get a TIB card to get discounts on transport.
Buy online: You can buy tickets online and use the QR code to board the bus.
And that’s it for this brief guide to How to get to Alcúdia, in Mallorca. We hope it helps.
By the way: Are you coming to Mallorca on a tourist trip? If you find it helpful, you can also check out our travel guide to Mallorca and more tourist information about the island
