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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Santander to Alicante
Cheapest price
€140
Average price
€154
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
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 €154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €140.
It's difficult to get from Santander to Alicante without transferring at least once.
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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 prices starting from €61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 €40.
Distance: 634 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€110 Average price | €84 Average price Cheapest | €254 Average price |
8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 6m Average total duration 11h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg 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
Santander to Alicante train times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Alicante trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04072+05162 | On time 5:48 AM Santander station | 11h46 | 5:34 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
| 04072 · 04072 | On time 5:48 AM Santander station | 7h57 | 1:45 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
| 04072+05178 | On time 5:48 AM Santander station | 12h46 | 6:34 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
| 04142+05382 | On time 12:58 PM Santander station | 7h30 | 8:28 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
| 04142 · 04140 | On time 12:58 PM Santander station | 8h54 | 9:52 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santander to Alicante
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Trains from Santander to Alicante run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €40 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 2h 27m.
Distance 634 km |
Average train duration 7h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 16:06 |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Santander to Alicante trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Santander and Alicante from €40. 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Santander, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Alicante-Terminal, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santander to Alicante
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LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation 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
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