- Must visit
MARQ Museo Arqueológico de Alicante
Award-winning archaeological museum with innovative displays covering Prehistory to the modern era; one of Alicante’s top cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$161
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
405 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona Sants to Alicante-Terminal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona Sants to Alicante-Terminal will cost around $161 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
Of the 10 trains that leave Barcelona Sants for Alicante-Terminal on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 405 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 7 h 52 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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06540 · 06594
06020 · 06164Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona Sants to Alicante-Terminal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $32.
Distance: 251 miles (405 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$78 Average price | $121 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $118 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona Sants to Alicante-Terminal:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona Sants to Alicante-Terminal costing on average $78 (€64).
A bus is $61 (€50) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona Sants to Alicante-Terminal costing on average $121 (€99).
Other travel options to Alicante-Terminal take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 3m.
Train takes on average 5h 13m.
The journey is about 19m faster (5h 13m by train vs 5h 32m by car) and roughly $41 (€33) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($78 (€64) vs $118 (€97)). 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 EUROMED, Renfe INTERCITY, 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 Barcelona Sants to Alicante-Terminal trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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06420 · 06594 | On time 7:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 13h32 | 9:07 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06080 · 06164 | On time 7:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h20 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06012 · 06164 | On time 8:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 10h25 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
01101 | On time 10:15 AM Barcelona Sants | 5h25 | 3:40 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
06500 · 06594 | On time 10:40 AM Barcelona Sants | 10h27 | 9:07 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06110 · 06164 | On time 10:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h25 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06020 · 06164 | On time 11:18 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h52 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06320 · 06164 | On time 12:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h56 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06540 · 06594 | On time 1:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 7h17 | 9:07 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
01181 | 6:15 PM Barcelona Sants | 5h25 | 11:40 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Barcelona Sants to Alicante-Terminal run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 17:15. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (405 km) distance in 5h 18m.
Distance 251 miles (405 km) |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 18m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 5:15 PM |
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Discover the best of Alicante-Terminal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alicante-Terminal trip today.
Award-winning archaeological museum with innovative displays covering Prehistory to the modern era; one of Alicante’s top cultural visits.
Contemporary art museum in the old town, known for its strong 20th-century collection and temporary exhibitions in a historic building.
Fine arts museum focused on Alicante painters from the 16th to 19th centuries, housed in an elegant historic palace.
Alicante’s famous palm-lined promenade with its wave-pattern mosaic; a classic walk and one of the city’s most photographed spots.
Charming old quarter of whitewashed houses, flower-filled steps, and narrow lanes, especially popular for photos and sunset walks.
Central urban beach beside the old town and castle, ideal for combining seaside views with a city walk.
Traditional Alicante rice cooked in fish stock, usually served separately from the fish that flavored it. A hallmark of the local rice culture on the Costa Blanca.
Seafood rice colored with squid ink, rich and briny, commonly enjoyed along the Alicante coast. It is one of the area's most recognizable rice dishes.
A coastal rice and fish dish with deep broth flavor, linked to nearby fishing communities. It reflects the maritime cooking traditions of the province.
Classic and widely known Alicante restaurant and tapas bar, celebrated for seafood, rice dishes, and a lively upscale atmosphere.
Well-established gourmet tapas venue near the old town, known for high-quality produce, Iberian ham, seafood, and polished service.
Popular modern taberna with a stylish setting, strong wine list, and creative Mediterranean dishes in central Alicante.
Moderate for Spain: budget eats are affordable, while tourist-area dining and summer stays cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Small change is fine in cafes. Taxis are often rounded up, but tipping is not required.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona Sants to Alicante-Terminal 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 Alicante-Terminal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona Sants to Alicante-Terminal trains use the Barcelona Sants to Alicante-Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona Sants and Alicante-Terminal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants 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: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
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.
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