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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 KWD 6.770, with the average price for this route being around KWD 17.960. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
  • Mon, Jun 9
    From KWD 8.760
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 6.770
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From KWD 6.920
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 9.110
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From KWD 12.230
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 12.020
  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 6.920
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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 to Alicante Train Route Details

For the route from Madrid to Alicante, train tickets usually start at KWD 6.770. The trip takes about 2h 17m on average, covering around 218 miles. OUIGO, renfe, iryo typically runs 20 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
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 17m
Distance
Distance
218 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 6.770
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Train operators

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

Advance booking

By booking in advance, you can benefit from discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes can be reserved up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the lower the price. Trip.com highlights the cheapest prices, simplifying your travel planning.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled passengers can benefit from Renfe's discounts, with savings of up to 40%. For just €6, you can get a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is greater during weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets are subject to the type of ticket and may incur a fee.

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.

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 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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Alicante

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 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

  • 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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