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Alicante to Madrid Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Alicante to Madrid? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as KWD 5.470, with the average fare for this route being approximately KWD 10.270. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • Mon, Jun 9
    From KWD 12.750
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 5.850
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From KWD 5.970
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 5.470
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From KWD 11.690
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 6.930
  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 17.850
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05:50
Alicante-Terminal
08:23
Madrid-Chamartín
2h 33m, Directrenfe
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07:24
Alicante-Terminal
09:52
Madrid-Chamartín
2h 28m, Directrenfe
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07:53
Alicante-Terminal
10:22
Madrid-Chamartín
2h 29m, DirectOUIGO
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08:35
Alicante-Terminal
11:08
Madrid-Chamartín
2h 33m, Directrenfe
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09:40
Alicante-Terminal
12:08
Madrid-Chamartín
2h 28m, Directrenfe
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10:26
Alicante-Terminal
13:23
Paris
2h 57m, Directrenfe
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Alicante to Madrid Train Route Details

Train tickets from Alicante to Madrid generally start at KWD 5.470. The journey typically takes around 2h 23m and covers a distance of approximately 218 miles. OUIGO, renfe, iryo usually operates 20 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult our train route table.

First train
First train
05:50
Last train
Last train
21:05
Departure station
Departure station
Alicante
Arrival station
Arrival station
Madrid
Journey time
Journey time
2h 23m
Distance
Distance
218 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 5.470
Train operators
Train operators
OUIGO, renfe, iryo

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Young Persons Fare

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

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy up to a 50% discount. For groups larger than 25 people, you can request a quote for approval. Note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If cancellation is necessary, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, with an applicable fee.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children are allowed to select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or request refunds based on the ticket type, which may involve a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

With the Tarjeta Dorada, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. 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 rules for changes and refunds.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Large families traveling with Renfe in Spain can benefit from 20% discounts for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE and Larga Distancia. These offers exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. For single-parent families, discounts apply only to Rodalies trains in Catalonia with the appropriate documentation from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Onboard Renfe trains from Alicante to Madrid

Renfe trains, particularly AVE models, offer four service categories based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra comfort, with 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.

Alicante to Madrid Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Alicante to Madrid, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Alicante to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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