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Trains from Alicante

13Jul
1
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Alicante
Madrid

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Morning trains

05:50
AlicanteAlicante Terminal
2h 33m
08:23
MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor
Direct
Renfe AVE 05063
from
153 USD
1
2h 33m, Direct
05:50
AlicanteAlicante Terminal
08:23
MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor
from
153 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
07:24
AlicanteAlicante Terminal
2h 28m
09:52
MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor
Direct
Renfe AVE 05273
from
153 USD
1
2h 28m, Direct
07:24
AlicanteAlicante Terminal
09:52
MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor
from
153 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Day trains

12:45
AlicanteAlicante Terminal
2h 23m
15:08
MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor
Direct
Renfe AVE 05113
from
115 USD
1
2h 23m, Direct
12:45
AlicanteAlicante Terminal
15:08
MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor
from
115 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
14:35
AlicanteAlicante Terminal
2h 33m
17:08
MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor
Direct
Renfe AVE 05143
from
115 USD
1
2h 33m, Direct
14:35
AlicanteAlicante Terminal
17:08
MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor
from
115 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Evening trains

18:45
AlicanteAlicante Terminal
2h 23m
21:08
MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor
Direct
Renfe AVE 05193
from
115 USD
1
2h 23m, Direct
18:45
AlicanteAlicante Terminal
21:08
MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor
from
115 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
20:00
AlicanteAlicante Terminal
2h 32m
22:32
MadridMadrid Atocha
Direct
Renfe AVE 05903
from
141 USD
1
2h 32m, Direct
20:00
AlicanteAlicante Terminal
22:32
MadridMadrid Atocha
from
141 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
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First train

05:50
night

Last train

21:05
distance

Travel duration

2h 33m
daily-departure

Daily departures

14
departure-station

Departure station

Alicante
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Changes

direct
arrival-station

Arrival station

Madrid
ticket-price

Ticket price

from $8
fastest-s

Fastest trip

2h 18m
longest-s

Longest trip

2h 57m

Trains to Alicante

Inbound trains reach Alicante mainly at Alicante-Terminal, also shown as Alacant-Terminal. High-speed services from Madrid Chamartin arrive in around 2h25m to 2h45m, depending on the operator and stopping pattern. Trains from Albacete reach Alicante in about 1h10m, while services from Villena arrive in roughly 35m. From the Mediterranean corridor, trains from Valencia arrive in around 1h50m to 2h15m, and Barcelona services reach Alicante in about 5h. Regional and intercity services from Murcia arrive in around 1h20m, with some trains also linking Cartagena and the southern Costa Blanca area.

Visiting Alicante

Alicante is the main rail hub of Spain's Costa Blanca, positioned at the southeastern end of the Madrid-Levante high-speed corridor. The city has one principal long-distance train station, Alicante-Terminal, with additional regional stops used by local and suburban rail services. Renfe, Iryo, and Ouigo Espana operate the key long-distance trains from Alicante. Services from Alicante include high-speed AVE, Avlo, Iryo, and Ouigo Espana trains on the Madrid corridor, plus Renfe intercity and regional trains along the Mediterranean side of eastern Spain. Alicante-Terminal is the main train station for high-speed train departures, reserved long-distance services, and regional rail connections within Alicante province and toward Murcia. Rail routes from Alicante run northwest toward Madrid, Albacete, and Castilla-La Mancha, north along the Mediterranean corridor toward Valencia and Barcelona, and southwest toward Murcia and Cartagena. Important destination cities include Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, Albacete, Murcia, and Villena. Book trains from and to Alicante online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Alicante

From Alicante-Terminal, the main long-distance flow runs northwest on the Madrid-Levante high-speed corridor. Renfe AVE and Avlo, Iryo, and Ouigo Espana operate services toward Madrid, with intermediate links through Castilla-La Mancha and onward connections across the national rail network. Northbound Mediterranean services run toward Valencia, Tarragona, and Barcelona using Renfe long-distance trains. Southwest of Alicante, Renfe regional and intercity services connect the city with Murcia and Cartagena. Shorter regional trains also serve Alicante province and nearby inland towns, making Alicante-Terminal the main transfer point between high-speed and regional rail in the Costa Blanca area.

Alicante

Alicante is a Mediterranean port city on Spain's Costa Blanca, known for Santa Barbara Castle, Explanada de Espana, and beaches near the city center. Alicante-Terminal is the main long-distance station, located inland from the waterfront with tram, bus, and taxi links across the city.

Alicante Terminal

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2h 33m

Madrid

Madrid is Spain's capital and the country's largest rail hub, with museums around the Paseo del Prado, the Royal Palace, and major business districts. Madrid Chamartin-Clara Campoamor handles many high-speed arrivals from Alicante and connects with Metro Line 1, Cercanias commuter trains, taxis, and northbound long-distance services.

Madrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

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Madrid Atocha

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Madrid Príncipe Pio

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Madrid - Atocha Cercanías

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Booking Alicante Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Alicante with Rail Monsters by choosing departure dates, selecting Renfe AVE, Avlo, Iryo, Ouigo Espana, or regional Renfe services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Alicante train stations such as Alicante-Terminal, the main point for long-distance departures and arrivals.
Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Alicante train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas and New Year. Train prices on high-speed trains can change by demand, while ticket counters remain available at Alicante-Terminal. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Alicante services include regular tickets on regional trains, reserved seats on AVE, Avlo, Iryo, and Ouigo Espana, and Renfe fare families such as Basico, Elige, and Premium where offered. Cheap tickets and discount tickets are most common on advance high-speed services to and from Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, Albacete, and Murcia.

Alicante Train Travel FAQ and Tips

What are the main train stations in Alicante?

Alicante-Terminal, also called Alacant-Terminal, is the city's main station for high-speed, intercity, and regional Renfe services, as well as Iryo and Ouigo Espana departures. Sant Gabriel is a smaller station in the Alicante area used mainly by regional and suburban rail services. Most travelers booking long-distance train tickets should select Alicante-Terminal unless their ticket specifically names another Alicante stop.

What is the main train route from Alicante?

The main rail route from Alicante is the high-speed corridor to Madrid Chamartin, taking around 2h25m to 2h45m depending on the service. Renfe operates AVE and Avlo trains on this route, while Iryo and Ouigo Espana also run high-speed services between Alicante-Terminal and Madrid. This is Alicante's busiest long-distance rail link and the main route for onward connections across Spain.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Alicante?

Book train tickets to and from Alicante on Rail Monsters by entering your departure station, Alicante-Terminal, travel date, and passenger details. You can compare Renfe AVE, Avlo, Iryo, Ouigo Espana, and regional services where available. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Alicante services, useful for summer holidays, Easter Week, and Christmas travel.

Do high-speed trains serve Alicante?

Yes. Alicante is served by high-speed trains on the Madrid-Levante corridor. Renfe operates AVE and Avlo services from Alicante-Terminal, while Iryo and Ouigo Espana also operate high-speed services on the Madrid route. Renfe additionally runs Alvia, Intercity, and regional trains for routes that are not entirely high-speed, including Mediterranean and Murcia-direction services.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Alicante?

Seat reservations are required on Spanish high-speed and most long-distance trains from Alicante, including AVE, Avlo, Iryo, Ouigo Espana, Alvia, and Intercity services. Regional trains around Alicante usually use open seating and do not require a separate seat reservation. For summer weekends, Easter Week, and Christmas departures, book reserved long-distance seats early, especially on the Madrid corridor.

What are the main train connections to and from Alicante?

Alicante connects with Madrid in around 2h25m to 2h45m by high-speed train, Albacete in about 1h10m, and Villena in roughly 35m. Mediterranean services link Alicante with Valencia in around 1h50m to 2h15m and Barcelona in around 5h. Regional and intercity trains connect Alicante with Murcia in about 1h20m, with some services continuing toward Cartagena.

How do I get from Alicante to the airport by train?

Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport does not have a direct rail station. Travelers usually transfer between the airport and Alicante-Terminal by airport bus, taxi, or private transfer, then continue by train. For rail travel, Alicante-Terminal is the main station to use for AVE, Avlo, Iryo, Ouigo Espana, Alvia, Intercity, and regional services across Spain.

Can I buy Alicante train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute tickets for regional trains around Alicante are often available on the day of travel, but high-speed services can sell out or rise in price close to departure. Madrid, Valencia, and Barcelona routes are busiest during Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas and New Year. Rail Monsters accepts Alicante train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for early planning.
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