- Must visit
MARQ Museo Arqueológico de Alicante
Award-winning archaeological museum with immersive exhibits on Alicante and Mediterranean history; one of the city’s strongest museum visits.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albacete to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albacete to Alicante will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 17 trains that leave Albacete for Alicante on Fri, Jun 19, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 50 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.
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05182Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albacete to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m 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 Albacete to Alicante:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Albacete to Alicante costing on average $19 (€15).
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 31m.
The journey is about 28m faster (1h 15m by train vs 1h 43m by car) and roughly $20 (€16) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 (€12) vs $34 (€28)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, Renfe MD, iryo, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Albacete to Alicante trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:50 PM Albacete | 1h02 | 9:52 PM Alicante | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
05668 | Delayed 5:54 AM 7:54 AMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 0h54 | 6:48 AM 6:48 AMAlicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
05072 | Delayed 6:39 AM 8:39 AMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 0h56 | 7:35 AM 7:35 AMAlicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
06484 | Delayed 7:48 AM 9:48 AMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 0h49 | 10:37 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
05092 | Delayed 8:39 AM 10:39 AMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 0h51 | 11:30 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
18081 | Delayed 10:20 AM 12:20 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h49 | 2:09 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
05912 | Delayed 10:37 AM 12:37 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 0h54 | 11:31 AM 11:31 AMAlicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
04072 | Delayed 11:36 AM 1:36 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h09 | 12:45 PM 12:45 PMAlicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
05142 | Delayed 1:33 PM 3:33 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 0h55 | 2:28 PM 2:28 PMAlicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
06944 | Delayed 1:54 PM 3:54 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 0h50 | 4:44 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
05742 | Delayed 2:00 PM 4:00 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 0h54 | 4:54 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
05162 | Delayed 3:39 PM 5:39 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 0h55 | 4:34 PM 4:34 PMAlicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
06164 | 6:22 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 0h48 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
18181 | 6:49 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h58 | 8:47 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
05182 | 7:33 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 0h50 | 8:23 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
05382 | 8:39 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 0h49 | 9:28 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
05192 | 9:25 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 0h55 | 10:20 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
04140 | 9:50 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h02 | 10:52 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Albacete to Alicante run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:59. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 9:59 PM |
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Discover the best of Alicante — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alicante trip today.
Award-winning archaeological museum with immersive exhibits on Alicante and Mediterranean history; one of the city’s strongest museum visits.
Contemporary art museum in the old town with notable 20th-century Spanish art and a strong permanent collection in a historic building.
Fine arts museum focused on 19th- and 20th-century painting from Alicante and the Valencian region, housed in a restored palace.
Alicante’s signature palm-lined promenade with its famous mosaic paving; a must for walking by the marina.
Picturesque old quarter of whitewashed houses, steps, flowers, and viewpoints; highly photogenic and popular online.
Central city beach area below Santa Bárbara Castle, popular for sea views, strolling, and easy access from downtown.
Traditional Alicante rice cooked in fish stock and usually served with alioli. It is one of the city’s most emblematic seafood rice dishes.
Rice dish made with cuttlefish or squid and squid ink, giving it a deep black color and rich Mediterranean flavor.
A coastal rice and fish specialty from the Alicante area, prepared with robust fish broth and served as a comforting traditional meal.
Well-known hilltop restaurant with modern Mediterranean cuisine, tasting menus, and excellent views over Alicante and Santa Bárbara Castle.
Classic Alicante restaurant and tapas bar known for high-quality seafood, rice dishes, and a lively, polished atmosphere.
Stylish central venue popular for creative tapas, rice dishes, cocktails, and an energetic upscale dining scene.
Generally cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona. Good value for meals and coffee, while summer hotels near the beach can cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; round up taxis. Tipping is appreciated, not obligatory.
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