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Madrid to Alicante Train Prices and Times

Thinking of traveling from Madrid to Alicante? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just $31.53, with the average price for this route being around $123.01. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
  • Fri, Jul 11
    From $86.03
  • Sat, Jul 12
    From $42.60
  • Sun, Jul 13
    From $38.56
  • Mon, Jul 14
    From $35.29
  • Tue, Jul 15
    From $31.53
  • Wed, Jul 16
    From $34.39
  • Thu, Jul 17
    From $46.53
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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19:45
Madrid-Chamartín
22:20
Alicante-Terminal
2h 35m, Directrenfe
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20:00
Madrid-Chamartín
22:56
Alicante-Terminal
2h 56m, Directrenfe
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20:15
Madrid-Chamartín
22:39
Paris
2h 24m, DirectOUIGO
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Madrid to Alicante Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Madrid to Alicante usually begin at $31.53. The average travel time is about {durationTime}, spanning a distance of roughly 218 miles. OUIGO, renfe, iryo provides around 20 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
06:15
Last train
Last train
20:15
Departure station
Departure station
Madrid
Arrival station
Arrival station
Alicante
Journey time
Journey time
2h 17m
Distance
Distance
218 miles
Price
Price
From $31.53
Train operators
Train operators
OUIGO, renfe, iryo

Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe supports large families in Spain with discounted fares, offering 20% for general and 50% for special category families on AVE and Larga Distancia trains. However, these discounts are not valid on AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. Additionally, single-parent families can enjoy discounts on Rodalies services in Catalonia by presenting a certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the policies for changes and refunds.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Young people aged 14 to 25 can enjoy up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card, valid for a year and non-transferable, offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe offers discounts for disabled individuals, providing up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Note that the discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to your ticket depend on the type of ticket and may involve a fee.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe grants a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children can select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or get refunds according to the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Alicante

Renfe's AVE trains offer four service types based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers during their journey. Seating options include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

Each AVE train comes with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and baggage allowance of up to three bags. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or budget-conscious passengers, providing a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are designed for those who seek higher comfort, featuring wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid to Alicante Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Madrid to Alicante, listed by price from lowest to highest: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type offers different levels of refund and change services.

Madrid to Alicante Renfe ticket types

Básico

For the most budget-friendly option on AVE trains, choose Básico, though it does not permit refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

On AVE trains, the Elige Estándar fare costs slightly more than the Básico fare. This ticket type allows for 70% refunds, one free ticket change and includes many extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort, which is marginally more expensive than Elige Estándar, features wider seats and allows for refunds and changes.

Prémium

The Prémium fare is the most costly, offering the benefit of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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