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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Alicante to Madrid
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
360 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alicante to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Madrid will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 4 trains that leave Alicante for Madrid on Sun, Nov 09, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 09 the direct trains cover the 360 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
On Sun, Nov 09 the slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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.
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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Alicante to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €22.
Distance: 360 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€43 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest | €85 Average price |
3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Alicante to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06885 | Delayed 6:53 AM Alicante-Terminal | 2h29 | 9:22 AM 9:22 AMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06545 | Delayed 1:00 PM Alicante-Terminal | 2h23 | 3:23 PM 3:23 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06585 | On time 5:00 PM Alicante-Terminal | 2h23 | 7:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06205 | On time 7:28 PM Alicante-Terminal | 2h25 | 9:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alicante to Madrid
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Trains from Alicante to Madrid run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 360 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 360 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 21:20 |
Train companies: Ouigo, AVE, Renfe AVLO, iryo, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Alicante to Madrid trainsOuigo, AVE, Renfe AVLO, iryo, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Alicante and Madrid from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Alicante to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Alicante-Terminal, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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Popular train stations from Alicante to Madrid
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Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00
- Free WiFi.
- Offered through an independent company.
- Cafestore
- Candy & go
- Gambrinus
- Máquinas Vending
- Upper Crust
- Adapted for deaf persons.
- Eurostar Centrum Alicante
- Old Town Alicante B&B
- Casa Alberola Alicante, Curio Collection by Hilton
- Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00
- Look for the "i" symbol.
- Bus lines: C1, C6, 06, 09
- Train lines: L1, L2, C1, C3
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
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