The cheapest and fastest trains from Alicante to Santander
Cheapest price
€94
Average price
€94
Fastest journey
7 h 38 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
634 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alicante to Santander is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Santander will cost around €94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €94.
Of the 1 trains that leave Alicante for Santander on Mon, Nov 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct trains cover the 634 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 38 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest trains will take 7 h 38 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Alicante to Santander
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Santander among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €61, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 634 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€107 Average price | €98 Average price Cheapest | €269 Average price |
7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 35m Average total duration 11h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Alicante to Santander train times
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Santander trains for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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04143 | On time 9:26 AM Alicante-Terminal | 7h38 | 5:04 PM Santander station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alicante to Santander
Trains from Alicante to Santander run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €67 but you can travel from only €21 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 16:06. The fastest train covers the 634 km distance in 7h 38m.
Distance 634 km |
Average train duration 7h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €67 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 38m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 16:06 |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Viajeros from Alicante to Santander trainsRenfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Alicante and Santander from €21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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AVE
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FAQs: Trains from Alicante to Santander
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Santander 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 Santander, 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 Santander, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alicante to Santander
- 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
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