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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Valencia to Alicante
Cheapest price on Sep 22
€10
Average ticket price on Sep 22
€17
Fastest journey on Sep 22
2 h 17 m
Average journey duration on Sep 22
2 h 20 m
Trains on Sep 22
6
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valencia to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia to Alicante will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
On Tue, Sep 22, we found 6 trains from Valencia to Alicante, including 6 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 22 the direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
On Tue, Sep 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 21 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.
11:23 AM2h17Valencia1:40 PMAlicante€101One-way0 transfers- 8:19 PM2h21Valencia10:40 PMAlicante€151One-way0 transfers
- 5:12 PM2h21Valencia7:33 PMAlicante€171One-way0 transfers
1:05 PM2h34Valencia3:39 PMAlicante€171One-way0 transfers- 7:19 PM2h21Valencia9:40 PMAlicante€191One-way0 transfers
- 11:23 AM2h17Valencia1:40 PMAlicante€101One-way0 transfers
- 6:12 PM2h21Valencia8:33 PMAlicante€241One-way0 transfers
- 8:19 PM2h21Valencia10:40 PMAlicante€151One-way0 transfers
- 7:19 PM2h21Valencia9:40 PMAlicante€191One-way0 transfers
- 5:12 PM2h21Valencia7:33 PMAlicante€171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Valencia to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €23, while a bus costs an average of €23.
Distance: 125 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€23 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price | €27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Valencia to Alicante:
A train is €0.71 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Valencia to Alicante costing on average €23.
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 16m.
Live departures
Valencia to Alicante train times
The table below shows live departures for Valencia to Alicante trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 11:23 AM Valencia | 2h17 | 1:40 PM Alicante | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:05 PM Valencia | 2h34 | 3:39 PM Alicante | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:12 PM Valencia | 2h21 | 7:33 PM Alicante | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:12 PM Valencia | 2h21 | 8:33 PM Alicante | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:19 PM Valencia | 2h21 | 9:40 PM Alicante | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:19 PM Valencia | 2h21 | 10:40 PM Alicante | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Valencia to Alicante
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Trains from Valencia to Alicante run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 1:20 AM |
Last train 10:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Renfe EUROMED, Renfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe, AVE from Valencia to Alicante trainsRenfe EUROMED, Renfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe, AVE trains will get you between Valencia and Alicante from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Valencia to Alicante
Enjoy the Spanish countryside as you travel by train from Valencia to Alicante. There are 11 direct departures every day of the week operated by Renfe. These commence in the early morning and continue until mid-evening. Journey times are between approximately one hour 15 minutes and two hours long. Trains depart from either Valencia-Estacio Del Nord or Estacio Valencia Joaquim Sorolla. Routes terminate at Alicante Terminal.
Valencia to Alicante train time: daily departures
Around 11 trains depart Valencia for Alicante every day of the week. The first departure of the day is in the early morning, at around 7:00 a.m. Trains then leave at regular intervals throughout the day until around 9:00 p.m.
How long is the journey by train from Valencia to Alicante?
All train journeys from Valencia to Alicante are on a direct route that takes from just over one hour 15 minutes to around two hours to complete.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Valencia to Alicante?
Departure train station: trains from Valencia to Alicante depart from either Valencia-Estacio Del Nord or Estacio Valencia Joaquim Sorolla. Valencia-Estacio Del Nord is close to the city centre while Estacio Joaquim Sorolla is slightly south of central Valencia. Both are within half an hour's walk of the city's main tourist attractions. They are also linked to Valencia's public transport network of taxis, Metro trains and buses. Estacio Del Nord is a large station with shops, restaurants and car parking. Other facilities include toilets, waiting areas and passenger lounges. Facilities at the modern Joaquim Sorolla Station include car parking, car rental desks, ATMs, toilets, luggage storage, a ticket office and ticket machines, tourist information, shops and cafes. There are step-free access and accessible toilets at both stations and further assistance can be requested if needed.
Arrival train station: trains from Valencia to Alicante arrive at Alicante Terminal. This station is located right in the heart of the city centre and within 20 to 30 minutes' walk of Alicante attractions. The station is linked to the city's public transport system of buses, trams and taxis. Facilities at Alicante Terminal include car parking, car rental desks, toilets, a ticket office, ticket machines, waiting areas, left luggage storage, shops and cafes. The station has accessible toilets and step-free access to all areas. Further assistance can be pre-booked if required.
Which train companies travel from Valencia to Alicante?
All trains from Valencia to Alicante are operated by the Spanish-owned provider, Renfe.
Renfe: Valencia to Alicante
Trains from Valencia to Alicante are part of Renfe's high-speed network. There are 11 departures a day with journey times that range from just over one hour 15 minutes to around two hours. Renfe trains can reach speeds of up to 190 mph.
Valencia to Alicante trains: services on board
Renfe carriages are modern and comfortable with plenty of room for legs and luggage. Facilities on board trains from Valencia to Alicante include toilets, WiFi, power outlets, individual lights and trays or tables. Ticket options are Turista (Standard), Turista Plus (Standard Premier) and Preferente (First-Class). An at-seat dining and drinks service is included with Preferente tickets while other carriages have either Bistro-Bar or trolley catering. There are several spaces for wheelchairs on each train as well as accessible toilets.
How to Find Cheap Train Tickets Valencia to Alicante
Book your tickets online in advance to avoid long queues on your day of travel as well as more expensive prices. You can also save money on trains from Valencia to Alicante by being flexible about the date and time of day that you travel.
FAQs: Trains from Valencia to Alicante
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valencia 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 Valencia to Alicante
Most Valencia to Alicante trains use the Valencia-Estacio Del Nord to Alicante-Terminal station pair, with some services arriving at Universidad de Alicante. Use this guide to compare Valencia and Alicante train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Valencia station do trains to Alicante leave from?
Getting to Valencia-Estacio Del Nord from Valencia city centre
Valencia-Estacio Del Nord train station facilities and services
Valencia-Estacio Del Nord has practical services for this route, including 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: De pans, Hiper Asia, La Cervecería de la Estación, Yummy
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are cash machines in main lobby.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:30 - 00:00. Information desks are in the lobby area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is equipped with lockers (Service is temporarily suspended for health reasons). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Valencia-Estacio Del Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Valencia-Estacio Del Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Valencia-Estacio Del Nord: Wheelchair accessible mobility assistance staff.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Casual del Cine Valencia, Vincci Lys, AC Hotel Colon Valencia.
Getting to València Cabanyal from Valencia city centre
València Cabanyal is 3 km from Valencia city centre. Public transport options include:
València Cabanyal train station facilities and services
València Cabanyal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at València Cabanyal.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at València Cabanyal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at València Cabanyal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at València Cabanyal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at València Cabanyal.
Which Alicante station do trains from Valencia 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.
Getting to Universidad de Alicante from Alicante city centre
Universidad de Alicante is 5 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Universidad de Alicante train station facilities and services
Universidad de Alicante has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Universidad de Alicante.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Universidad de Alicante: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Universidad de Alicante.
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