The cheapest and fastest trains from Santander to Alicante
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€66
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€96
Fastest journey on Sep 17
7 h 57 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
7 h 57 m
Trains on Sep 17
2
Distance
634 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santander to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Alicante will cost around €96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €66.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 2 trains from Santander to Alicante, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 634 km distance in an average of 7 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 57 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 7 h 57 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.
5:48 AM7h57Santander1:45 PMAlicante€661One-way0 transfers
4:48 AM7h57Santander12:45 PMAlicante€1261One-way0 transfers
5:48 AM7h57Santander1:45 PMAlicante€661One-way0 transfers
4:48 AM7h57Santander12:45 PMAlicante€1261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santander to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santander to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €69 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €69, while a flight costs an average of €141.
Distance: 634 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€85 Average price | €69 Average price Cheapest | €141 Average price | €135 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 59m Average total duration 11h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg 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 Santander to Alicante:
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santander to Alicante costing on average €85.
A bus is €72 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santander to Alicante costing on average €141.
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 55m.
Bus takes on average 11h 29m.
Live departures
Santander to Alicante train times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Alicante trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:48 AM Santander | 7h57 | 12:45 PM Alicante | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:48 AM Santander | 7h57 | 1:45 PM Alicante | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santander to Alicante
Trains from Santander to Alicante run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €27 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 634 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 634 km |
Average train duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 40m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 4:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Santander to Alicante trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Santander and Alicante from €27. 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 Santander to Alicante
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santander to Alicante
Most Santander to Alicante trains use the Santander to Alicante-Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Santander and Alicante train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Santander station do trains to Alicante leave from?
Santander train station facilities and services
Santander 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 Santander.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Santander.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santander. Information desks are available at Santander.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santander: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santander.
Which Alicante station do trains from Santander arrive at?
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.
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