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Compare 3 ways to travel from Alicante to Barcelona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Alicante and Barcelona?
Alicante
- AEstación de Autobuses Nueva, 03003 Alicante (Alacant), Alicante, Spain
Barcelona
- ACarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain - E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain - FC-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
Train Companies
Based on 924 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 Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at £36
RENFE Alicante Barcelona recent customer reviews
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alicante to Barcelona by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Alicante to Barcelona?
The cheapest train tickets from Alicante to Barcelona start from £36. The average price for this train route is around £57. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Alicante to Barcelona?
The average train journey time from Alicante to Barcelona is 5h 47m, covering a distance of 252 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 27m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Alicante to Barcelona route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Alicante to Barcelona?
The earliest train from Alicante to Barcelona departs at 08:04. And the latest train departs at 17:05.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Alicante to Barcelona was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Alicante to Barcelona as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £41 to £126 for a train ticket from Alicante to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £41, which is on 2025-12-10.
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