Alicante to Madrid train with AVE

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Alicante to Madrid

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$39

Average price

$61

Fastest journey

2 h 23 m

Average duration

2 h 23 m

Trains per day

20

Distance

360 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alicante to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Alicante to Madrid will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.

Fast trains

Of the 20 trains that leave Alicante for Madrid on Thu, Jul 17, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 17 the direct trains cover the 360 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .

On Thu, Jul 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.

iryo06195
06:58PM2h25
Alicante-Terminal
09:23PMMadrid Chamartín
$391One-way
0 transfers
Renfe AVLO05217
09:05PM2h33
Alicante-Terminal
11:38PMMadrid Chamartín
$401One-way
0 transfers
iryo06125
12:28PM2h25
Alicante-Terminal
02:53PMMadrid Chamartín
$411One-way
0 transfers
Ouigo06545
02:00PM2h23
Alicante-Terminal
04:23PMMadrid Chamartín
$451One-way
0 transfers
Ouigo06585
06:00PM2h23
Alicante-Terminal
08:23PMMadrid Chamartín
$451One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Alicante to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a flight costs an average of €22.

Distance: 223 miles (360 km)

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Flight

€37

Average price

€29

Average price

Cheapest

€58

Average price

3h 4m

Average total duration

2h 34m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 26m

Average total duration

4h 56m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 24m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.2kg

CO2 emissions

AVE

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Alicante to Madrid train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 17
Last updated at 10:05 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
RenfeAVE05063
Delayed
3:50 AM Alicante-Terminal
2h33
6:23 AM 6:23 AMMadrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
RenfeAVE05273
On time
5:24 AM Alicante-Terminal
2h28
7:52 AM Madrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
sncf-ouigo06885
Delayed
5:53 AM Alicante-Terminal
2h29
8:22 AM 8:22 AMMadrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
RenfeAVE05083
Delayed
6:35 AM Alicante-Terminal
2h33
9:08 AM 9:08 AMMadrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
RenfeAVE05093
On time
7:40 AM Alicante-Terminal
2h28
10:08 AM Madrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
RenfeALVIA04143
Delayed
8:26 AM Alicante-Terminal
2h57
11:23 AM 11:23 AMMadrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
RenfeAVLO05817
On time
9:36 AM Alicante-Terminal
2h32
12:08 PM Madrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
iryo06125
Delayed
10:28 AM Alicante-Terminal
2h25
12:53 PM 12:53 PMMadrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
RenfeAVE05113
On time
10:45 AM Alicante-Terminal
2h23
1:08 PM Madrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
sncf-ouigo06545
Delayed
12:00 PM Alicante-Terminal
2h23
2:23 PM 2:23 PMMadrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
RenfeAVE05143
Delayed
12:35 PM Alicante-Terminal
2h33
3:08 PM 3:08 PMMadrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
RenfeALVIA04181
Delayed
1:26 PM Alicante-Terminal
2h55
4:21 PM 4:21 PMMadrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
RenfeAVE05153
Delayed
2:05 PM Alicante-Terminal
2h33
4:38 PM 4:38 PMMadrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
RenfeAVE058622:35 PM Alicante-Terminal
2h33
5:08 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes0 transfersDirect
RenfeAVE051833:43 PM Alicante-Terminal
2h25
6:08 PM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
sncf-ouigo06585
On time
4:00 PM Alicante-Terminal
2h23
6:23 PM Madrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
iryo06195
Delayed
4:58 PM Alicante-Terminal
2h25
7:23 PM 7:23 PMMadrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
RenfeAVE05203
On time
5:45 PM Alicante-Terminal
2h23
8:08 PM Madrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect
RenfeAVE05903
Delayed
6:00 PM 6:00 PMAlicante-Terminal
2h34
8:34 PM 8:34 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
0 transfersDirect
RenfeAVLO05217
Delayed
7:05 PM Alicante-Terminal
2h33
9:38 PM 9:38 PMMadrid Chamartín
0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Alicante to Madrid?

The best time to book your train from Alicante to Madrid is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Alicante to Madrid route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Alicante to Madrid per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Alicante to Madrid.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Alicante to Madrid

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Trains from Alicante to Madrid run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $9 (€7)
Distance
223 miles (360 km)
Average train duration
2h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
$12 (€10)
Trains per day
16
Direct trains
16
Fastest train
2h 23m
First train
05:50
Last train
21:05
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $9 (€7)

Train providers: AVE, Ouigo and Renfe AVLO from Alicante to Madrid trains

AVE, Ouigo and Renfe AVLO trains will get you to Madrid from Alicante from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe's high-speed train. Check all the AVE schedules and find the cheapest ticket on Omio!

Alicante to Madrid train information with AVE:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 18 min
  • Cheapest Price: $13
  • AVE frequency: 9 a day

Trains from Alicante to Madrid

For a direct route from the coastal city of Alicante to Madrid, Spain’s beautiful capital, book a seat on a train. Trains from Alicante to Madrid run regularly weekdays and through the weekends; however, as it gets close to major holidays, be sure to check train times, as the frequency may change. The 260 miles (420 km) journey takes less than about 2 hours and 45 minutes. Once in Madrid, spend the day visiting beautiful architectural sites, and the evening enjoying tapas and the great nightlife.

 

Which train companies travel from Alicante to Madrid?

Throughout the year, trains from Alicante to Madrid operate on a regular schedule, Renfe (Red Nacional de Ferrocarriles Españoles), which is the very well established Spanish state railway, provides travelers with several different options all throughout the day—weekdays and weekends. Some of the routes that the train company runs are with their Renfe AVE trains, which are modern, high-speed intercity options; they, too, operate throughout the day and are the most commonly selected travel option for long distance railway rides in the country of Spain.

   

Renfe trains from Alicante to Madrid

Renfe’s services for trains from Alicante to Madrid typically offer several journey options with variant speeds and prices. Whether customers hope to depart in the morning, afternoon or evening, departure times are set to support the riders’ schedules and needs. All trains are direct routes for this long-distance trip, no matter which of the two train types you choose; the traditional Renfe option will get a traveler from Alicante Terminal to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha in about 2 hours and 45 minutes, with high-speed Renfe AVE services running approximately 2-and-a-half hours—give or take a few minutes depending on the time of day. Renfe also has policy structures for each of its ticket categories, offering riders the opportunity to purchase greater flexibility with their ticket, such as selecting a different departure time, making a cancellation or changing seat assignments. However, if ticket flexibility is unnecessary, riders can purchase a ticket that locks them in to a specific train and departure time at a lesser cost.

 

Train Alicante to Madrid: Services on board

Wherever you sit on your journey from Alicante to Madrid, Renfe provides passengers with allowances and services to accommodate their needs. On the train, there are 2nd Class and 2nd+ Class seats, the former accommodates passengers with standard seating, while the 2nd+ option offers improved comfort and power outlets to help keep devices charged. For individuals with reduced mobility, Renfe provides a free service called Atendo, which supports travelers as they navigate the station, board the train and disembark. For riders with baggage in tow, Renfe’s travel policy allows for up to three luggage items of a specified size per traveler; Renfe AVE and long-distance journeys, like trains from Alicante to Madrid, have the added benefit of accommodations for folded bicycles, musical instruments and strollers. Passengers can also bring a pet along for the trip—pets must be in enclosed containers and cannot weigh more than 22 pounds (10 kg). Other facilities offered on some trains is PlayRenfe, for riders who need Wi-Fi or access to entertainment options, as well as café cars on long-distance trains. Specific details about each policy can be found on the Renfe page of the Omio website.

 

Alicante to Madrid Train Time: Daily Departures

Renfe runs trains from Alicante to Madrid on a regular timetable that includes seven departures a day during the week and at weekends. The schedule starts with the first departure of the day around 7:00 a.m.; the final departure is around 8:00 p.m. in the evening. Train services operate consistently through most national holidays, with the exception of dates around Christmas and New Year’s Day. To confirm train times, travelers should consult the Omio website.

 

How long is the journey by train from Alicante to Madrid?

Renfe’s trains from Alicante to Madrid are non-stop. With a direct route, the duration for high-speed AVE trains is between 2 hours and 22 minutes, and 2 hours and 37 minutes. Renfe’s traditional trains take 2 hours and 45 minutes. For cost-conscious travelers with flexible schedules, avoid peak hours (mid-to-late morning) when prices are higher; off peak options—first and last trains of the day—are cheaper.

 

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

Departure train station: The departure train station in Alicante is Alicante Terminal. Less than a half mile (0.8 km) from the city center, the station can be reached by foot in 7 minutes; travelers with luggage can take a taxi, which loops around the park and takes about 6 minutes. Facilities at the train station include helpful customer service desks, restrooms and a café.

Arrival train station: The arrival train station in Madrid is Puerta de Atocha. Madrid’s city center is a 1.2 miles (1.9 km) walk from the station. For travelers who take a taxi, the drive takes 10 minutes; however, there are also public transport options, including Metro lines and public buses. The beautiful station is home to restaurants, cafés and even turtles.

 

How to find cheap train tickets from Alicante to Madrid?

Railway passengers who are researching cheap train tickets from Alicante to Madrid can affect the cost of their tickets in a number of ways. If you don’t have any time restraints, you can book a ticket for Renfe’s AVE trains at economical prices—typically the first train in the morning or the last train at night; leverage the Omio website’s filtering tool when searching for your ride to help you review the options and identify the best cheap train tickets. However, if you have the advantage of being able to book your ticket ahead of time, this also provides customers with lower-cost options. Along the booking process, you’ll also find a number of options, including seat class and various flex or promo designations which give customers discounts. Individuals who are students or senior citizens benefit from additional discounts, and children under the age of four who don’t require a seat travel free.

  

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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Alicante to Madrid

Alicante
Madrid
The major train station for departures in Alicante is Alicante-Terminal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alicante-Terminal for your trip from Alicante to Madrid.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Offered through an independent company.
Dining
Dining
  • Cafestore
  • Candy & go
  • Gambrinus
  • Máquinas Vending
  • Upper Crust
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Adapted for deaf persons.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Eurostar Centrum Alicante
  • Old Town Alicante B&B
  • Casa Alberola Alicante, Curio Collection by Hilton
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Look for the "i" symbol.
Public transit options for Alicante-Terminal
  • Bus lines: C1, C6, 06, 09
  • Train lines: L1, L2, C1, C3
The major train station for arrivals in Madrid is Madrid Chamartín. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Madrid Chamartín for your journey to Madrid from Alicante.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Passion Food
  • La Barrila
  • Enrique Tomás
  • Pic Nic
  • Foodissimo!
  • PureGusto
  • Burger King
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Hotel
Hotel
  • 60 Balconies Urban Stay
  • Only YOU Hotel Atocha
  • SLEEP’N Atocha
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • On the ground floor of the main concourse.
Public transit options for Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
  • Metro lines: 1
  • Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
  • Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10

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