How much does a train ticket from Madrid to Alicante cost?

The average train ticket price from Madrid to Alicante is $50. The best way to find train tickets from Madrid to Alicante 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!

How long is the train trip from Madrid to Alicante?

A train trip between Madrid and Alicante is around 2h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 17m. This is the time it takes to travel the 224 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Madrid and Alicante?

The number of trains from Madrid to Alicante can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Madrid to Alicante by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Madrid to Alicante?

When taking the train from Madrid to Alicante, you can travel comfortably and safely with Renfe, Iryo, OUIGO.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Madrid to Alicante?

Trains traveling between Madrid and Alicante leave from Madrid Puerta De Atocha or Madrid-Chamartin and arrive at Estación de Autobuses Nueva.

What are the best sights and things to do in Alicante?

Once in Alicante, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Explanada de España, MARQ Museum, Civil War Anti-aircraft Shelters, Aquopolis Torrevieja, Hogueras Museum.

Train Madrid to Alicante from $21

Next train departures

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	10:10am	Alicante Central Train Station	Cheapest
Train	6:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 24m	8:24pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	7:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	10:10am	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	7:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	10:10am	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:00am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 29m	11:29am	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	3:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 17m	5:17pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	4:45pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	7:10pm	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	4:45pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	7:10pm	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 56m	10:56pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	6:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 24m	8:24pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 58m	2:43pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	6:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 24m	8:24pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 58m	2:43pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	6:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 24m	8:24pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 35m	9:35am	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	3:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 17m	5:17pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	12:10pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	3:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 17m	5:17pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	4:45pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	7:10pm	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	4:45pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	7:10pm	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:49 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Madrid to Alicante

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Alicante. The journey takes about 2 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

2h 28mAverage Duration

225 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $92	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$23 - $181	Average Duration2h 28m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $55	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

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

Madrid

A
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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Madrid-Chamartin
C. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
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C
Madrid-Príncipe Pio
Príncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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D
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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E
Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain

Alicante

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

Renfe

4/5917 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.1

Iryo

4.5/5396 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.9

Users have shared positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting the cleanliness of the buses and the friendliness of the staff. Additionally, they appreciated how well-organized everything was and expressed a desire to take more trips with Iryo in the future.

iryo Madrid Alicante recent customer reviews

Everything was great. Very clean, very nice staff.

Anna N.

September 28, 2024

Well orgnizedi loved to go more trip with iryo

Okechukwu James C.

July 26, 2023

OUIGO

4.5/580 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.2

OUIGO is a high-speed low-cost train service operated by the French national railway company, SNCF. It offers affordable and fast travel options for passengers and has recently expanded its services to Spain. OUIGO's rescheduling policy allows passengers to change their travel plans up to 30 minutes before departure, for a 30€ fee. This gives passengers more flexibility and peace of mind when booking their trips. As they are a low-cost company, their luggage policy only allows travelers to take one small hand luggage and a suitcase not bigger than 55x35x25cm. If you need to get around fast at affordable rates, OUIGO might be the best choice.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madrid to Alicante by train

How much does a train ticket from Madrid to Alicante cost?
How long is the train trip from Madrid to Alicante?
How many daily trains are there between Madrid and Alicante?
Which train companies travel from Madrid to Alicante?
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Madrid to Alicante?
What are the best sights and things to do in Alicante?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/20

$77

11/21

$23

Today

$37

11/23

$44

11/24

$36

11/25

$27

11/26

$27

11/27

$33

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Alicante was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $155 for a train ticket from Madrid to Alicante based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-11-25.