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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bilbao to Alicante

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 12

Cheapest price on Nov 12: €72
Average ticket price on Nov 12: €78
Fastest journey on Nov 12: 7 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Nov 12: 9 h 17 m
Trains on Nov 12: 3
Distance: 584 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bilbao to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bilbao to Alicante will cost around €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €72.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Bilbao to Alicante without transferring at least once.

04186+05142
6:53 AM 9h35
Bilbao-Abando
4:28 PM
Alicante-Terminal
€72
1 One-way
1 transfer
04186 · 04072
6:53 AM 7h52
Bilbao-Abando
2:45 PM
Alicante-Terminal
€79
1 One-way
1 transfer
04186+05152
6:53 AM 10h24
Bilbao-Abando
5:17 PM
Alicante-Terminal
€81
1 One-way
1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bilbao to Alicante

Spain

Trains from Bilbao to Alicante run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 14:35. The fastest train covers the 584 km distance in 6h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

584 km

Average train duration

7h 9m

Cheapest ticket price

€9

Trains per day

Fastest train

6h 45m

First train

1:20 AM

Last train

2:35 PM

Cheapest Month

Oct

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Wed

Best time to book

35 days

Price information

Live departures

Bilbao to Alicante train times

The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Alicante trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
04186 · 04072	6:53 AM Bilbao-Abando	7h52	2:45 PM Alicante-Terminal	1 transfer
04186+05152	6:53 AM Bilbao-Abando	10h24	5:17 PM Alicante-Terminal	1 transfer
04186+05142	6:53 AM Bilbao-Abando	9h35	4:28 PM Alicante-Terminal	1 transfer
This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: Renfe ALVIA from Bilbao to Alicante trainsRenfe ALVIA trains will get you between Bilbao and Alicante from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Renfe ALVIA

About

Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Renfe ALVIA Duration

6h 45m

Cheapest Renfe ALVIA Price

€9

Renfe ALVIA frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

According to ticket conditions

Refund

Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class

Seat reservation

Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bilbao and Alicante

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Bilbao to Alicante, you can count on Renfe ALVIA for the best way to get you to Alicante. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bilbao and Alicante and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Trains from Bilbao to Alicante

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Alicante 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 Alicante, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap train tickets from Bilbao to Alicante can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bilbao to Alicante is €36; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Bilbao to Alicante is 6h 45m to travel the 584 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Bilbao to Alicante leaves at 1:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Bilbao to Alicante leaves at 2:35 PM.

There are 3 trains a day from Bilbao to Alicante which require at least one change with Renfe ALVIA. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Bilbao to Alicante. You can choose between Renfe ALVIA. Renfe ALVIA trains take around 6h 45m

A trip to Alicante from Bilbao is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bilbao and Alicante including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bilbao to Alicante

Most Bilbao to Alicante trains use the Bilbao-Abando to Alicante-Terminal station pair, with some services arriving at Universidad de Alicante. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Alicante train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bilbao

Arrival train stations in Alicante

Which Bilbao station do trains to Alicante leave from?

Trains from Bilbao to Alicante leave from Bilbao-Abando. The station is from Bilbao city centre at 48001, Nafarroa Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain.

Bilbao-Abando48001, Nafarroa Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Bilbao-Abando from Bilbao city centre

Bus03, 28, 30, 71, 72, 77, A1, A7, A9, G2 · 6m · €2 · every ~51 min

A3631, A3632 · 8m · €2 · every ~7 min

TramTr · 1m · €2 · every ~16 min

Bilbao-Abando train station facilities and services

Bilbao-Abando has practical services for this route, including 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 and drink options are available at Bilbao-Abando.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Bilbao-Abando.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bilbao-Abando. Information desks are available at Bilbao-Abando.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bilbao-Abando: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bilbao-Abando: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao-Abando.

More about Bilbao-Abando

Which Alicante station do trains from Bilbao arrive at?

Trains from Bilbao to Alicante most often arrive at Alicante-Terminal. Some services arrive at Universidad de Alicante, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Alicante arrival station.

Alicante-TerminalAvda. Salamanca, 1, 03005 Alicante, Spain+34 912320320 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Alicante-Terminal from Alicante city centre

Alicante-Terminal is 1 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:

BusTuri, 06 · 10m · €10 · every ~18 min

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.