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Madrid-Chamartín to Alicante-Terminal Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Madrid-Chamartín to Alicante-Terminal? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as KWD 6.950, with the average fare for this route being approximately KWD 9.020. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • Tue, Jun 17
    From KWD 7.900
  • Wed, Jun 18
    From KWD 6.950
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From KWD 9.140
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From KWD 20.120
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From KWD 17.920
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From KWD 14.260
  • Mon, Jun 23
    From KWD 8.800
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06:15
Madrid-Chamartín
08:48
Alicante-Terminal
2h 33m, Directrenfe
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07:00
Madrid-Chamartín
09:35
Alicante-Terminal
2h 35m, Directrenfe
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07:45
Madrid-Chamartín
10:10
Alicante-Terminal
2h 25m, Directiryo
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09:00
Madrid-Chamartín
11:29
Alicante-Terminal
2h 29m, Directrenfe
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09:45
Madrid-Chamartín
12:10
Alicante-Terminal
2h 25m, Directrenfe
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10:15
Madrid-Chamartín
12:37
Paris
2h 22m, DirectOUIGO
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Madrid-Chamartín to Alicante-Terminal Train Route Details

For the route from Madrid-Chamartín to Alicante-Terminal, train tickets usually start at KWD 6.950. The trip takes about 2h 17m on average, covering around 225 miles. OUIGO, renfe, iryo typically runs 19 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
06:15
Last train
Last train
20:15
Departure station
Departure station
Madrid-Chamartín
Arrival station
Arrival station
Alicante-Terminal
Journey time
Journey time
2h 17m
Distance
Distance
225 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 6.950
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 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 Young Persons Fare

Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25 with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. The card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. With this scheme, you can enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE International trains, or a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

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.

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.

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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Chamartín to Alicante-Terminal

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.

Madrid-Chamartín to Alicante-Terminal Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Madrid-Chamartín to Alicante-Terminal, 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.

Madrid-Chamartín to Alicante-Terminal 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.

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