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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 6.300, with the average price for this route being around KWD 17.950. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
  • Mon, Jun 9
    From KWD 8.010
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 6.920
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From KWD 6.920
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 6.300
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From KWD 12.570
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 12.010
  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 6.920
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18:00
Madrid-Chamartín
20:24
Alicante-Terminal
2h 24m, Directrenfe
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19:00
Madrid-Chamartín
21:28
Alicante-Terminal
2h 28m, Directrenfe
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19:45
Madrid-Chamartín
22:20
Alicante-Terminal
2h 35m, Directrenfe
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20:00
Madrid-Chamartín
22:56
Alicante-Terminal
2h 56m, Directrenfe
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20:15
Madrid-Chamartín
22:39
Paris
2h 24m, DirectOUIGO
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Madrid to Alicante Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Madrid to Alicante usually begin at KWD 6.300. The average travel time is about 2h 17m, spanning a distance of roughly 218 miles. OUIGO, renfe, iryo provides around 20 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check 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 6.300
Train operators
Train operators

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 Disabled People Fare

Disabled travellers can enjoy Renfe's discounts, offering up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is more substantial on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the type of ticket and may come with a fee.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

For those aged over 60, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. Travelling on AVE and AVE international trains grants a 25% discount. On Avant trains, discounts are 25% on weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets match those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains can 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 submit a quote for consideration. Please 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, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Children Fare

Children aged 4 to 13 receive a 40% discount on ticket fares with Renfe. They are entitled to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or get refunds based on the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not have a reserved seat. Note that, on Cercanías trains, the free travel age limit without a seat is under six years old.

Advance booking

Advance bookings can provide discounts up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, while other routes offer cheaper prices the earlier you book. Trip.com has already indicated the lowest prices, making your travel planning easy.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Alicante

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

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking enhanced comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders also benefit from the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid to Alicante Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Madrid to Alicante, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Madrid to Alicante Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with 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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