- Must visit
Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante (MACA)
Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection in a restored historic building.
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castelló de la Plana to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castelló de la Plana to Alicante will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 21 trains that leave Castelló de la Plana for Alicante on Sat, Jul 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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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35623Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castelló de la Plana to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 115 miles (186 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$36 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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 Castelló de la Plana to Alicante:
A bus is $8 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Castelló de la Plana to Alicante costing on average $36 (€36).
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 31m.
Tickets start at around $36 (€36) compared to roughly $38 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2 (€2). The journey takes 3h 30m versus 2h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Renfe EUROMED, Renfe INTERCITY, AVE, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Castelló de la Plana to Alicante trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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14014+ 01463 | On time 9:27 AM Castellón De La Plana | 8h12 | 5:39 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
38014+ 01463 | 9:27 AM Castellón De La Plana | 8h12 | 5:39 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
38014+ 35623 | 9:27 AM Castellón De La Plana | 9h18 | 6:45 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
00697+ 01463 | Delayed 8:25 AM 10:25 AMCastellón De La Plana | 7h14 | 5:39 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
00697+ 35623 | Delayed 8:25 AM 10:25 AMCastellón De La Plana | 8h20 | 6:45 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
00697+ 01161 | Delayed 8:25 AM 10:25 AMCastellón De La Plana | 11h08 | 9:33 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
01101+ 01463 | On time 12:19 PM Castellón De La Plana | 5h20 | 5:39 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
01101+ 35623 | On time 12:19 PM Castellón De La Plana | 6h26 | 6:45 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
01101 · 01161 | On time 12:19 PM Castellón De La Plana | 9h14 | 9:33 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
00463 · 01463 | 1:32 PM Castellón De La Plana | 4h07 | 5:39 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
00463+ 35623 | 1:32 PM Castellón De La Plana | 5h13 | 6:45 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
00463+ 01161 | 1:32 PM Castellón De La Plana | 8h01 | 9:33 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
38093+ 01161 | 2:13 PM Castellón De La Plana | 7h20 | 9:33 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
18093+ 35623 | 2:13 PM Castellón De La Plana | 4h32 | 6:45 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
38093+ 35623 | 2:13 PM Castellón De La Plana | 4h32 | 6:45 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
14022+ 01161 | Delayed 1:07 PM 3:07 PMCastellón De La Plana | 6h26 | 9:33 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
38022+ 01181 | 3:07 PM Castellón De La Plana | 8h33 | 11:40 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
38022+ 01161 | 3:07 PM Castellón De La Plana | 6h26 | 9:33 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
01161 | 6:12 PM Castellón De La Plana | 3h21 | 9:33 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
01161 · 01181 | 6:12 PM Castellón De La Plana | 5h28 | 11:40 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
01181 | 8:19 PM Castellón De La Plana | 3h21 | 11:40 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Castelló de la Plana to Alicante run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 20:19. The fastest train covers the 115 miles (186 km) distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€12) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 1:20 AM |
Last train 8:19 PM |
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Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection in a restored historic building.
Archaeological museum with acclaimed interactive displays covering prehistory to modern Alicante.
Fine arts museum in an 18th-century palace, featuring Alicante artists and regional painting collections.
Alicante's iconic waterfront promenade with mosaic paving, palms, and constant seaside city life.
Historic old quarter of whitewashed lanes climbing toward the castle, full of character and viewpoints.
Popular city beach and promenade area beside the old town, excellent for walks and classic coastal views.
Alicante’s signature rice dish, cooked in fish stock with seafood or meat. It is central to local Sunday meals and showcases the region’s rice tradition.
Rice baked in the oven with stock, tomato, chickpeas, and often pork or sausage. A hearty Valencian classic widely eaten in Alicante homes.
Traditional Alicante rice made with tuna, pumpkin, and ñora pepper. It reflects the city’s coastal pantry and old home-style cooking.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative Mediterranean tasting menus in an elegant contemporary setting.
Historic traditional venue famous for Alicante tapas, cured fish, and local wines in a classic, lively old-town setting.
Well-known seafood and rice restaurant near the marina, valued for fresh fish, shellfish, and polished but approachable service.
Moderate for Spain: lodging rises in summer, but tapas, local transit, and casual dining stay fairly affordable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Most Castelló de la Plana to Alicante trains use the Castellón De La Plana to Alicante-Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Castelló de la Plana and Alicante train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Castellón De La Plana is 1 km from Castelló de la Plana city centre. Public transport options include:
Castellón De La Plana has practical services for this route, including Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Castellón De La Plana. Information desks are available at Castellón De La Plana.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Castellón De La Plana: WC.
Available at Castellón De La Plana: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Castellón De La Plana.
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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