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Madrid to Alicante Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Madrid to Alicante high-speed trains run on the Madrid-Levante high-speed line from Madrid Chamartin-Clara Campoamor to Alicante-Terminal. Services on this route include Renfe AVE and Avlo, with Ouigo Espana and Iryo also operating selected departures. Key intermediate stops can include Cuenca Fernando Zobel, Albacete-Los Llanos, and Villena AV, depending on the train. The route is about 420 km, with the fastest trains taking around 2 hours 17 minutes and slower stopping services taking about 2 hours 40 minutes to 2 hours 55 minutes. Travelers can choose Renfe fare families and operator-specific standard or premium seating options, subject to the train selected. One-way fares from Madrid to Alicante start from about €7 ($8 USD) on advance low-cost fares and can rise to around €120 ($130 USD) for flexible or premium high-speed fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. There are roughly 15 to 20 direct departures per day in one direction. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas/New Year, and long weekends.

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Madrid

Alicante

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Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:15

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

2h 33m

08:48

AlicanteAlicante Terminal

Direct

High-speed

Renfe Avlo 05668

from

69 USD

2h 33m, Direct

06:15

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

08:48

AlicanteAlicante Terminal

from

69 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe Avlo 05668

07:00

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

2h 35m

09:35

AlicanteAlicante Terminal

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05072

from

96 USD

2h 35m, Direct

07:00

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

09:35

AlicanteAlicante Terminal

from

96 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05072

Day trains

14:00

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

2h 28m

16:28

AlicanteAlicante Terminal

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05142

from

96 USD

2h 28m, Direct

14:00

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

16:28

AlicanteAlicante Terminal

from

96 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05142

14:27

MadridMadrid Atocha

2h 27m

16:54

AlicanteAlicante Terminal

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05742

from

161 USD

2h 27m, Direct

14:27

MadridMadrid Atocha

16:54

AlicanteAlicante Terminal

from

161 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05742

Evening trains

18:00

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

2h 23m

20:23

AlicanteAlicante Terminal

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05182

from

77 USD

2h 23m, Direct

18:00

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

20:23

AlicanteAlicante Terminal

from

77 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05182

19:00

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

2h 28m

21:28

AlicanteAlicante Terminal

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05382

from

58 USD

2h 28m, Direct

19:00

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

21:28

AlicanteAlicante Terminal

from

58 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05382

First train

06:15

Last train

20:00

Travel duration

2h 32m

Daily departures

Departure station

Madrid

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Alicante

Ticket price

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Rail Monsters provides official tickets for Madrid to Alicante high-speed trains, including AVE, Avlo, Ouigo and Iryo services where available. Select Madrid Chamartin-Clara Campoamor to Alicante-Terminal, compare times, and confirm tickets online.

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Exchange and cancellation rules depend on the fare selected for the Madrid to Alicante train. Renfe Basico, Elige, and Premium fares, plus low-cost operator tickets, each have different conditions shown before payment.

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Madrid to Alicante Route Overview

The Madrid to Alicante route uses the high-speed line built across the Castilian plateau toward Castilla-La Mancha and the Mediterranean coast. It is one of Spain's clearest examples of competition on a domestic high-speed route, with Renfe, Ouigo Espana, and Iryo selling seats on the same city pair. Seat reservation is standard on Spanish high-speed trains, so passengers travel on the specific service printed on the ticket rather than boarding any departure. The final approach to Alicante brings the train down from the inland plateau toward the coastal city, with Alicante-Terminal close to the port, the old town, and Postiguet Beach.

Travel time

2h 32m

Train type

Renfe Alvia

Renfe AVE

Renfe Avlo

Fastest trip

2h 17m

Longest trip

3h 0m

Madrid

Madrid is Spain's capital and the country's largest long-distance rail hub. Most high-speed trains to Alicante depart from Madrid Chamartin-Clara Campoamor, north of the city center and linked by Cercanias, metro, taxi, and city buses.

Madrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

Station

Madrid Atocha

Station

Madrid Príncipe Pio

Station

Madrid - Atocha Cercanías

Station

2h 32m

Alicante

Alicante is a Mediterranean port city known for Santa Barbara Castle, the Explanada de Espana promenade, and beaches along the Costa Blanca. Alicante-Terminal station sits inland from the marina and old town, with tram, bus, taxi, and local rail links for onward travel.

Alicante Terminal

Station

Available Ticket Classes

Renfe AVE tickets on Madrid to Alicante are sold through fare families such as Basico, Elige, Elige Confort, and Premium, with seat selection, exchange rights, lounge access, and meal service varying by fare. Avlo is Renfe's low-cost high-speed product, with a simpler onboard setup and paid add-ons for larger luggage or seat choice. Ouigo Espana usually offers Standard seating with optional extras such as XL seating and additional baggage. Iryo offers several comfort and fare levels, commonly including Inicial, Singular, Singular Only YOU, and Infinita, with differences in flexibility, onboard service, and seat layout. All high-speed tickets are train-specific and include a reserved seat.

from

$37

Economy Class

from

$62

Business class

Practical Information for High-Speed Train Travelers

Madrid to Alicante high-speed trains use Spanish AVE-type and low-cost high-speed trainsets with luggage rules set by the operator. Check the allowance attached to the fare before adding large bags.

Luggage Allowance

Spanish AVE high-speed services generally allow up to 3 pieces, each up to 25 kg, with total dimensions not exceeding 285 cm when length, width, and height are added. Low-cost fares on Avlo or Ouigo may include a smaller allowance and charge for extra or larger bags.

Storage Facilities

Trainsets on the Madrid to Alicante route provide overhead racks for cabin bags and suitcase racks near car entrances or between seating areas. Keep valuables with you, as large luggage racks are shared within the car.

Special Items

Folded bicycles, scooters, skis, golf bags, and musical instruments normally must be packed in a case and fit within the operator's size rules. Full-size bicycles may require disassembly or a specific bag and can be restricted on low-cost high-speed services.

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Madrid to Alicante Map

The Madrid to Alicante high-speed line runs southeast from Madrid Chamartin-Clara Campoamor through the Madrid rail tunnel to the Levante corridor, then across Castilla-La Mancha toward the Mediterranean. Direct trains may call at Cuenca Fernando Zobel, Albacete-Los Llanos, and Villena AV before reaching Alicante-Terminal. The line crosses dry plateau landscapes, vineyards, wind farms, and inland valleys before descending toward the Costa Blanca.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

AVE

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 27m

Price from

$24

Departures

237

Rating

Train

AVLO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 33m

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

ALVIA

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 55m

Price from

$23

Departures

Rating

High-speed rail links Madrid Chamartin-Clara Campoamor and Alicante-Terminal in about 2 hours 17 minutes on the fastest departures, placing passengers close to both city centers. Intercity buses between Madrid and Alicante usually take about 5 hours, often using Madrid Estacion Sur and Alicante bus station. Flights from Madrid-Barajas to Alicante-Elche take around 1 hour 10 minutes in the air, but airport transfers, security, and boarding add significant time. For this 420 km corridor, rail also has a lower carbon footprint than flying on the same city pair.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

2h 32m

$8-$164

Bus

Apprx.

5h 0m

$20-$55

Flight

Apprx.

1h 10m

$45-$180

Madrid to Alicante Bullet Train

AVE is Renfe's full-service high-speed option from Madrid to Alicante, using trains capable of 300 km/h (186 mph) and completing the fastest trips in about 2 hours 17 minutes. Avlo is Renfe's low-cost high-speed service on the same corridor, with fewer included extras and similar running times when stopping patterns match. Ouigo Espana operates double-deck high-speed trains on selected Madrid to Alicante departures, also capable of up to 300 km/h (186 mph). Iryo serves the corridor with high-speed trains marketed around multiple fare and service levels. Stops vary by departure, with some trains running near-direct and others calling at Cuenca, Albacete, or Villena. Operators: Renfe, Ouigo Espana, and Iryo.

Renfe Alvia

Renfe Alvia uses variable-gauge trains on long-distance routes across Spain.

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Renfe AVE

Renfe AVE is Spain's high-speed rail service on major routes from Madrid.

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Renfe Avlo

Renfe Avlo is Spain's low-cost high-speed train with Turista class only.

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FAQ about the Madrid - Alicante Route

How fast is the Madrid to Alicante high-speed train?

AVE, Avlo, Ouigo Espana, and Iryo trains on the Madrid-Levante corridor can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on high-speed sections. Average speed is lower because of station stops, approach tracks, and traffic management near Madrid and Alicante.

How much is the train from Madrid to Alicante?

One-way Madrid to Alicante train fares start from about €7 ($8 USD) on advance low-cost fares and can reach around €120 ($130 USD) for flexible or premium high-speed fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the Madrid to Alicante train?

The fastest Madrid to Alicante high-speed trains take about 2 hours 17 minutes. Other direct services usually take between 2 hours 30 minutes and 2 hours 55 minutes depending on the operator and stops at Cuenca, Albacete, or Villena.

Does Eurail cover Madrid to Alicante?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on Renfe high-speed trains between Madrid and Alicante, but a paid seat reservation is required before boarding. Pass coverage does not generally apply to private high-speed operators such as Ouigo Espana or Iryo. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How do I book Madrid to Alicante train tickets?

Book Madrid to Alicante train tickets on Rail Monsters by choosing your travel date, selecting an available AVE, Avlo, Ouigo, or Iryo service, and paying online. E-tickets are delivered by email and can be managed in the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of departure.

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