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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 7.100, with the average price for this route being around KWD 15.360. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
  • Sat, Jul 26
    From KWD 15.840
  • Sun, Jul 27
    From KWD 11.830
  • Mon, Jul 28
    From KWD 9.350
  • Tue, Jul 29
    From KWD 7.100
  • Wed, Jul 30
    From KWD 9.070
  • Thu, Jul 31
    From KWD 13.970
  • Fri, Aug 1
    From KWD 22.600
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14:15
Madrid-Chamartín
16:44
Alicante-Terminal
2h 29m, DirectOUIGO
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14:25
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
16:52
Alicante-Terminal
2h 27m, Directrenfe
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15:45
Madrid-Chamartín
18:10
Alicante-Terminal
2h 25m, Directiryo
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16:00
Madrid-Chamartín
18:34
Alicante-Terminal
2h 34m, Directrenfe
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17:00
Madrid-Chamartín
19:34
Alicante-Terminal
2h 34m, Directrenfe
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18:00
Madrid-Chamartín
20:24
Paris
2h 24m, Directrenfe
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Madrid to Alicante Train Route Details

The train ticket from Madrid to Alicante typically costs from KWD 7.100. The journey averages 2h 22m in travel time and covers an approximate distance of 350 km. OUIGO, renfe, iryo generally offers 17 trains per day on this route. For planning purposes, please refer to 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 22m
Distance
Distance
350 km
Price
Price
From KWD 7.100
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 Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. 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, with an applicable fee.

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 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.

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 Spanish Large Families Fare

In Spain, Renfe provides significant fare discounts for large families: 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families. These discounts are applicable on AVE and Larga Distancia trains but do not extend to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías routes. Single-parent families in Catalonia may also receive discounts on Rodalies services with the appropriate Generalitat certification.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Alicante

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. Seating options are divided into 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 travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are for passengers seeking higher 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, 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.

Madrid to Alicante 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

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

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  • 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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