The cheapest and fastest trains from Alicante to Barcelona
Cheapest price on Sep 15
€42
Average ticket price on Sep 15
€99
Fastest journey on Sep 15
5 h 17 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
6 h 4 m
Trains on Sep 15
29
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alicante to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Barcelona will cost around €99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 29 trains from Alicante to Barcelona, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 407 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 17 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 7 h 4 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
011924:37 PM5h27Alicante-Terminal10:04 PMBarcelona Sants€421One-way0 transfers
011621:30 PM5h30Alicante-Terminal7:00 PMBarcelona Sants€561One-way0 transfers
05083+
061218:35 AM7h04Alicante-Terminal3:39 PMBarcelona Sants€801One-way1 transfer
06775 · 065417:51 AM8h53Alicante-Terminal4:44 PMBarcelona Sants€811One-way1 transfer
06775 · 065717:51 AM11h33Alicante-Terminal7:24 PMBarcelona Sants€811One-way1 transfer
010926:55 AM5h17Alicante-Terminal12:12 PMBarcelona Sants€841One-way0 transfers
011924:37 PM5h27Alicante-Terminal10:04 PMBarcelona Sants€421One-way0 transfers
011621:30 PM5h30Alicante-Terminal7:00 PMBarcelona Sants€561One-way0 transfers
05083+
061218:35 AM7h04Alicante-Terminal3:39 PMBarcelona Sants€801One-way1 transfer
05093+
065419:40 AM7h04Alicante-Terminal4:44 PMBarcelona Sants€1011One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Alicante to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €54 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €54, while a flight costs an average of €83.
Distance: 407 km
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€69 Average price | €54 Average price Cheapest | €83 Average price | €99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Barcelona:
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Barcelona costing on average €69.
A bus is €29 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Barcelona costing on average €83.
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 12m.
Train takes on average 5h 23m.
Live departures
Alicante to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Barcelona trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
05817+ 06161 | On time 11:36 AM Alicante-Terminal | 8h03 | 7:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05817+ 06171 | On time 11:36 AM Alicante-Terminal | 9h06 | 8:42 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05817+ 06181 | On time 11:36 AM Alicante-Terminal | 10h08 | 9:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05113+ 06161 | On time 12:45 PM Alicante-Terminal | 6h54 | 7:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05113+ 06171 | On time 12:45 PM Alicante-Terminal | 7h57 | 8:42 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05113+ 06181 | On time 12:45 PM Alicante-Terminal | 8h59 | 9:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05143+ 06181 | On time 2:35 PM Alicante-Terminal | 7h09 | 9:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05143+ 06015 | On time 2:35 PM Alicante-Terminal | 8h15 | 10:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05143 · 03201 | On time 2:35 PM Alicante-Terminal | 9h12 | 11:47 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
04181+ 03201 | 3:26 PM Alicante-Terminal | 8h21 | 11:47 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
04181+ 03309 | 3:26 PM Alicante-Terminal | 7h54 | 11:20 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
04181+ 06015 | 3:26 PM Alicante-Terminal | 7h24 | 10:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
01192 | 4:37 PM Alicante-Terminal | 5h27 | 10:04 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
05063 · 03303 | 5:50 AM Alicante-Terminal | 7h54 | 1:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05063+ 06011 | 5:50 AM Alicante-Terminal | 7h31 | 1:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05063+ 06501 | 5:50 AM Alicante-Terminal | 7h08 | 12:58 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
01092 | 6:55 AM Alicante-Terminal | 5h17 | 12:12 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
05273+ 06121 | 7:24 AM Alicante-Terminal | 8h15 | 3:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05273 · 03141 | 7:24 AM Alicante-Terminal | 9h35 | 4:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05273+ 06541 | 7:24 AM Alicante-Terminal | 9h20 | 4:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06775 · 06541 | 7:51 AM Alicante-Terminal | 8h53 | 4:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06775 · 06571 | 7:51 AM Alicante-Terminal | 11h33 | 7:24 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05083+ 06121 | 8:35 AM Alicante-Terminal | 7h04 | 3:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05083 · 03141 | 8:35 AM Alicante-Terminal | 8h24 | 4:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05083+ 06541 | 8:35 AM Alicante-Terminal | 8h09 | 4:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05093 · 03141 | 9:40 AM Alicante-Terminal | 7h19 | 4:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05093 · 03151 | 9:40 AM Alicante-Terminal | 8h19 | 5:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
05093+ 06541 | 9:40 AM Alicante-Terminal | 7h04 | 4:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
04143+ 06021 | 10:26 AM Alicante-Terminal | 7h47 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
04143+ 06151 | 10:26 AM Alicante-Terminal | 8h28 | 6:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
04143+ 03151 | 10:26 AM Alicante-Terminal | 7h33 | 5:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alicante to Barcelona
Trains from Alicante to Barcelona run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €34 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 407 km distance in 5h 17m.
Distance 407 km |
Average train duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Alicante to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Barcelona by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alicante to Barcelona
Most Alicante to Barcelona trains use the Alicante-Terminal to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Alicante and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Alicante station do trains to Barcelona leave from?
Getting to Alicante-Terminal from Alicante city centre
Alicante-Terminal is 1 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante-Terminal train station facilities and services
Alicante-Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafestore, Candy & go, Gambrinus, Máquinas Vending, Upper Crust
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. . ATMs are aTM machine is in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00. Information desks are look for the "i" symbol.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is offered through an independent company. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alicante-Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Alicante-Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante-Terminal: Adapted for deaf persons.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Eurostar Centrum Alicante, Old Town Alicante B&B, Casa Alberola Alicante, Curio Collection by Hilton.
Which Barcelona station do trains from Alicante arrive at?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
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