How much is the train ticket from Barcelona to Alicante?

The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Alicante start at $65. The average price for this train route is around $114. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Barcelona to Alicante?

The average train trip from Barcelona to Alicante takes 5h 38m and covers 406 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Barcelona to Alicante route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to Alicante?

The earliest train from Barcelona to Alicante departs at 7:15am. The latest train departs at 6:15pm.

Train Barcelona to Alicante from $63

Next train departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Alicante on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 45m	4:00pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	4:15pm	Barcelona-Sants	5h 38m	9:53pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	10:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 45m	4:00pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	10:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 45m	4:00pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	10:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 45m	4:00pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Alicante on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	4:15pm	Barcelona-Sants	5h 38m	9:53pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Alicante on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	CheapestFastest
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	10:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 45m	4:00pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Alicante on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	10:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 45m	4:00pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Alicante on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:15pm	Barcelona-Sants	5h 38m	9:53pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	4:15pm	Barcelona-Sants	5h 38m	9:53pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	10:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 45m	4:00pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	10:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 45m	4:00pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	10:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 45m	4:00pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Alicante on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 45m	4:00pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	4:15pm	Barcelona-Sants	5h 38m	9:53pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	10:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 45m	4:00pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	10:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 45m	4:00pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	10:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 45m	4:00pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Alicante on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	7:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 44m	12:59pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	10:15am	Barcelona-Sants	5h 45m	4:00pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Barcelona to Alicante

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Alicante. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16carpool per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

408 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$101 - $107	Average Duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$65 - $239	Average Duration5h 38m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$35 - $158	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Barcelona and Alicante?

Barcelona

A
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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C
Barcelona Airport
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D
Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain
E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain
F
Barcelona Clot-Arago
C-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
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Alicante

A
Estación de Autobuses Nueva
Estación de Autobuses Nueva, 03003 Alicante (Alacant), Alicante, Spain
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Train companies

Renfe

4/5921 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.1

Based on 921 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at $65

RENFE Euromed Barcelona Alicante recent customer reviews

Very good!

Marek S.

April 19, 2024

ES train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Alicante by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Barcelona to Alicante?
The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Alicante start at $65. The average price for this train route is around $114. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Barcelona to Alicante?
The average train trip from Barcelona to Alicante takes 5h 38m and covers 406 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Barcelona to Alicante route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to Alicante?
The earliest train from Barcelona to Alicante departs at 7:15am. The latest train departs at 6:15pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-30

$199

12-01

$137

Today

$125

12-03

$88

12-04

$100

12-05

$137

12-06

$112

12-07

$100

The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Alicante was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $88

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Barcelona to Alicante, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $88 to $233 for a train ticket from Barcelona to Alicante based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2025-12-03.