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Museo del Ferrocarril de Asturias
Railway museum in the former North Station with historic locomotives, carriages, and exhibits on Asturias’ industrial transport heritage.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Gijón among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $99. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $99, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 448 miles (722 km)
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$117 Average price | $117 Average price | $105 Average price Cheapest | $240 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Gijón:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Gijón costing on average $117 (€96).
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Gijón costing on average $117 (€96).
Other travel options to Gijón take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 37m.
Bus takes on average 9h 52m.
The journey is about 25m faster (7h 37m by train vs 8h 2m by car) and roughly $122 (€101) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($117 (€96) vs $240 (€197)). 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 Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
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 Alicante to Gijón trains for tomorrow, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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04181 | Delayed 3:26 PM Alicante-Terminal | 7h24 | 8:50 PM 8:50 PMGijon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Alicante to Gijón run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€40) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:00, the last at 15:28. The fastest train covers the 448 miles (722 km) distance in 7h 24m.
Distance 448 miles (722 km) |
Average train duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€40) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 24m |
First train 11:00 AM |
Last train 3:28 PM |
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Discover the best of Gijón — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gijón trip today.
Railway museum in the former North Station with historic locomotives, carriages, and exhibits on Asturias’ industrial transport heritage.
Open-air ethnographic museum covering traditional Asturian rural and urban life, with historic buildings, photography, and folk culture collections.
Museum in the birthplace of Gaspar Melchor de Jovellanos, featuring art, history, and interpretation of one of Gijón’s most important figures.
Gijón’s old fishermen’s quarter, ideal for walking among historic streets, viewpoints, and lively local atmosphere.
The city’s signature seafront walk along San Lorenzo Beach, popular for sunsets, exercise, and classic bay views.
Clifftop park with open lawns, sea panoramas, and one of the best places in Gijón for dramatic coastal views.
Asturias’ iconic bean stew made with large fabes and pork products such as chorizo, morcilla, and cured pork. It is one of the region’s most famous traditional dishes.
A large breaded fillet, usually veal, stuffed with ham and cheese, then fried. It is one of the most popular hearty dishes in Gijón and across Asturias.
Traditional Asturian cider, poured from height to aerate it before drinking. It is central to local food culture and especially associated with cider houses in Gijón.
Historic Michelin-starred restaurant near Gijón, renowned for refined Asturian cuisine, especially fabada and rice dishes, in an elegant setting.
Well-known traditional seafood restaurant in the Gijón area, appreciated for rice dishes, shellfish, and classic Asturian coastal cooking.
Popular modern sidrería known for Asturian cider, regional cheeses, grilled meats, and a lively atmosphere close to the waterfront.
Moderate for Spain: meals and drinks are reasonable, while hotels cost more in peak summer and festival periods.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change in cafés is enough; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Gijón Sanz Crespo Railway Station -> Plaza del Humedal, Gijón
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Gijón by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gijón, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alicante to Gijón trains use the Alicante-Terminal to Gijon station pair. Use this guide to compare Alicante and Gijón train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Alicante-Terminal is 1 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante-Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cafestore, Candy & go, Gambrinus, Máquinas Vending, Upper Crust
Free WiFi. . ATMs are aTM machine is in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00. Information desks are look for the "i" symbol.
Luggage storage is offered through an independent company. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alicante-Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Alicante-Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante-Terminal: Adapted for deaf persons.
Nearby hotels include Eurostar Centrum Alicante, Old Town Alicante B&B, Casa Alberola Alicante, Curio Collection by Hilton.
Gijon is 1 km from Gijón city centre. Public transport options include:
Gijon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Gijon.
ATMs are available at Gijon.
Ticket office support is available at Gijon. Information desks are available at Gijon.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gijon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gijon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gijon.
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