- Must visit
Museo Arqueológico José María Soler
Villena’s key museum, famed for the Treasure of Villena and archaeology that explains the area’s Bronze Age importance.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€4
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€12
Fastest journey on Sep 19
17 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
17 m
Trains on Sep 19
21
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alicante to Villena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Villena will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 21 trains from Alicante to Villena, including 21 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 18 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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05083Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Villena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, while a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€11 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Alicante to Villena:
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Villena costing on average €11.
Other travel options to Villena take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 47m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (38m by train vs 45m by car). Tickets start at around €11 compared to roughly €10 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Renfe, AVE, Renfe MD, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Villena trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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38202 | Delayed 6:53 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0h48 | 5:47 PM 5:47 PMVillena station | 0 transfersDirect | |
14209 | On time 7:30 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0h53 | 8:23 PM Villena station | 0 transfersDirect | |
05903 | On time 8:00 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0h17 | 8:17 PM Villena AV | 0 transfersDirect | |
14479 | On time 8:48 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1h04 | 9:52 PM Villena station | 0 transfersDirect | |
05217 | On time 9:05 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0h18 | 9:23 PM Villena AV | 0 transfersDirect | |
05083 | Delayed 8:35 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0h18 | 6:53 AM 6:53 AMVillena AV | 0 transfersDirect | |
35604 | Delayed 7:17 AM 9:17 AMAlicante-Terminal | 0h53 | 10:10 AM Villena station | 0 transfersDirect | |
38504 | 9:17 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0h53 | 10:10 AM Villena station | 0 transfersDirect | |
05093 | Delayed 9:40 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0h18 | 7:58 AM 7:58 AMVillena AV | 0 transfersDirect | |
18183 | Delayed 10:12 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0h40 | 8:52 AM 8:52 AMVillena station | 0 transfersDirect | |
38183 | 10:12 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0h40 | 10:52 AM Villena station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04143 | 10:26 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0h18 | 10:44 AM Villena AV | 0 transfersDirect | |
05817 | Delayed 11:36 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0h17 | 9:53 AM 9:53 AMVillena AV | 0 transfersDirect | |
14475 | 2:17 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1h07 | 3:24 PM Villena station | 0 transfersDirect | |
05143 | 2:35 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0h18 | 2:53 PM Villena AV | 0 transfersDirect | |
01460 | 2:40 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0h57 | 3:37 PM Villena station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04181 | 3:26 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0h19 | 3:45 PM Villena AV | 0 transfersDirect | |
14477 | 3:48 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0h59 | 4:47 PM Villena station | 0 transfersDirect | |
05863 | 4:47 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0h17 | 5:04 PM Villena AV | 0 transfersDirect | |
18083 | 4:55 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0h44 | 5:39 PM Villena station | 0 transfersDirect | |
38083 | 4:55 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0h44 | 5:39 PM Villena station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Alicante to Villena run on average 23 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 17m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
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Discover the best of Villena — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Villena trip today.
Villena’s key museum, famed for the Treasure of Villena and archaeology that explains the area’s Bronze Age importance.
Local interpretation space dedicated to the celebrated composer Ruperto Chapí, with exhibits on his life and music.
Historic site with interpretive displays on one of Europe’s earliest Bronze Age urban centers near Villena.
Main square by Santiago Church and the town hall, ideal for appreciating Villena’s historic urban core and monuments.
Atmospheric old quarter of narrow streets and traditional houses, best for walking between Villena’s major heritage sites.
Residential and historic area climbing toward the castle, rewarding walkers with character, views, and a strong local feel.
Rice cooked with rabbit, snails and mountain herbs. A classic inland Alicante dish tied to local hunting and farmhouse cooking traditions.
Hearty wheat, legumes and pork stew once made for field workers. It is one of Villena's most emblematic traditional dishes.
Bread-based stew with tomato, garlic, peppers and sometimes rabbit or cod. A humble regional dish linked to Alicante's inland cuisine.
Refined restaurant known for creative Mediterranean cooking and polished service in Villena. Good choice for a more upscale meal.
Established local restaurant serving traditional rice dishes, meats and regional specialties in a comfortable classic setting.
Popular casual spot for tapas, grilled dishes and everyday Spanish fare. Lively atmosphere and reliable local following.
Moderate for Spain. Villena is usually cheaper than major tourist cities for hotels and dining, while local transit needs are limited and regional rail is reasonably priced.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafés. Taxis are usually rounded up, not heavily tipped.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Villena 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 Villena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alicante to Villena trains use the Alicante-Terminal to Villena station pair, with some services arriving at Villena AV. Use this guide to compare Alicante and Villena 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.
Villena has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Ticket Office.
Ticket office support is available at Villena.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villena.
Villena AV is 5 km from Villena city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Villena AV has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, and Ticket Office.
Ticket office support is available at Villena AV.
Available at Villena AV: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villena AV.
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