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Train Alicante to Madrid: Trip Overview
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Based on 601 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at US$18.00
Based on 52 reviews, the company was rated 4.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. OUIGO ticket prices on this trip start at US$15.00
Based on 237 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Iryo ticket prices on this trip start at US$12.00
Alicante to Madrid Trains
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Information on this train trip
| Daily Trains | 10 |
| Earliest and Latest Train Departures | 05:52 - 20:28 |
| Minimum Price | US$21 |
| Average Ticket Price | US$43 |
| Minimum Trip Duration | 2h18m |
| Average Train Trip Duration | 2h28m |
| Distance | 225 miles |
| Train Companies on This Route | Renfe, OUIGO, Iryo |
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Alicante and Madrid?
Estación de Autobuses Nueva, 03003 Alicante (Alacant), Alicante, Spain
Estación de Autobuses NuevaMadrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
Madrid Puerta De AtochaC. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
Madrid-ChamartinPríncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
Madrid-Príncipe PioEstación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Alicante - Madrid
The average train ticket price from Alicante to Madrid is US$43. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Alicante to Madrid is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
A train trip between Alicante and Madrid is around 2h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 18m. This is the time it takes to travel the 224 miles that separates the two cities.
The number of trains from Alicante to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Alicante to Madrid by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the train from Alicante to Madrid, you can travel comfortably and safely with Renfe, OUIGO, Iryo.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Alicante to Madrid as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$11 to US$95 for a train ticket from Alicante to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$11, which is on 2024-04-25.
Usually RENFE_AVE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
There are many train stations in the world, explore station pages on Busbud to get all information you need.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Madrid, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
By choosing the train between Alicante and Madrid, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Alicante to Madrid.
Did you know?
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
Will you be returning to Alicante by train?
Train from Madrid to Alicante
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