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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 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

The Alicante to Madrid-Chamartín train ticket is typically from KWD 4.440. The average travel time is 2h 23m, covering a distance of approximately 221 miles. There are usually 19 daily trains provided by OUIGO, renfe, iryo. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to 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

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.
Spanish train offers

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: during weekdays, you can get a 25% discount, while on weekends, you can receive a 40% discount. Note that all services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets. The same applies to whether changes and refunds are allowed.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe's discounts for disabled people offer up to 40% off, though you will need to spend €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Please note that the discount on Avant trains is greater on weekends. If you wish to refund or change your ticket, it will depend on the type of ticket chosen and may incur a fee.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers travel discounts of 8% for groups of four to nine people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can also receive up to a 50% discount. For groups of more than 25 people, you can submit a quote to see if it will be accepted. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers 40% off ticket fares for children under 14. Children are able to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and to make changes or refunds based on the ticket type chosen, although this may incur a fee. Children under four years old travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat and must sit on the lap of an adult passenger. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, the age limit for free travel without a seat is under six years old.

Advance booking

Save up to 70% on Renfe AVE Básico tickets by booking 3 months ahead. Trip.com shows detailed fare lists. By planning your travel in advance, you can take advantage of these significant discounts and enjoy a more budget-friendly journey.

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.

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