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Alicante to Madrid-Chamartín Train Prices and Times

Thinking of traveling from Alicante to Madrid-Chamartín? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just KWD 4.440, with the average price for this route being around KWD 7.700. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
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    From KWD 4.440
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 5.780
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From KWD 5.780
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 5.780
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From KWD 5.780
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 5.780
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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-Chamartín Train Route Details

For the route from Alicante to Madrid-Chamartín, train tickets usually start at KWD 4.440. The trip takes about 2h 23m on average, covering around 221 miles. OUIGO, renfe, iryo typically runs 19 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see 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-Chamartín
Journey time
Journey time
2h 23m
Distance
Distance
221 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 4.440
Train operators
Train operators
OUIGO, renfe, iryo

Spanish train offers

Travellers on Renfe's AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy exclusive discounts tailored to select routes. These offers are subject to availability and vary based on travel schedules, routes, and terms.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Disabled People Fare

For disabled passengers, Renfe offers up to 40% off. By spending €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the ticket type and may incur a fee.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Advance booking

Booking early can offer you discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the more you save. Trip.com has already highlighted the best prices, making your travel planning straightforward.

Renfe Children Fare

For children aged 4 to 13, Renfe provides a 40% discount on ticket prices. These children can choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or request refunds according to the ticket type, which might incur a fee. Children under four travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe's Tarjeta Dorada 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. You can get a 25% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. For Avant trains, discounts vary: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Onboard Renfe trains from Alicante to Madrid-Chamartín

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.

Alicante to Madrid-Chamartín Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Alicante to Madrid-Chamartín, sorted by price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different ticket prices may come with varying refund and change services.

Alicante to Madrid-Chamartín Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the cheapest fare on AVE trains. It is not refundable or changeable.

Elige Estándar

Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is slightly more expensive than the Básico fare. This ticket option opens the possibility of refunds (70% of original ticket price) and one change free of charge along with many additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is slightly more expensive than Elige Estándar. The main difference is that the seats are XL Confort, which are wider and offer more leg room.

Prémium

Prémium is the most expensive fare, offering unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    Book in Advance

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    Buy a Return Ticket

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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