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Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante (MACA)
Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection in a restored historic building.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€4
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€6
Fastest journey on Sep 19
30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
34 m
Trains on Sep 19
12
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elda to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elda to Alicante will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 12 trains from Elda to Alicante, including 12 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 37 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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01463Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Elda to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €4 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 €4, while a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€6 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest | €7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m 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 Elda to Alicante:
A bus is €1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Elda to Alicante costing on average €6.
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Bus takes on average 57m.
Tickets start at around €6 compared to roughly €7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €2. The journey takes 38m versus 38m 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 AVE, Renfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe.
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 Elda to Alicante 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
01371 | Delayed 5:50 PM 7:41 PMElda Petrer | 0h43 | 6:33 PM 6:33 PMAlicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
14478 | Delayed 5:58 PM 7:58 PMElda Petrer | 0h39 | 8:37 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
38181 | 8:10 PM Elda Petrer | 0h37 | 8:47 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
18181 | 8:10 PM Elda Petrer | 0h37 | 8:47 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
38123 | 8:37 AM Elda Petrer | 0h36 | 9:13 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
14123 | Delayed 6:37 AM 8:37 AMElda Petrer | 0h36 | 9:13 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
14474 | Delayed 11:18 AM 1:18 PMElda Petrer | 0h44 | 2:02 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
38081 | 1:28 PM Elda Petrer | 0h41 | 2:09 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
18081 | Delayed 11:28 AM 1:28 PMElda Petrer | 0h41 | 2:09 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
14476 | 3:55 PM Elda Petrer | 0h42 | 4:37 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
01463 | 5:02 PM Elda Petrer | 0h37 | 5:39 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
38523 | 6:15 PM Elda Petrer | 0h30 | 6:45 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
35623 | 6:15 PM Elda Petrer | 0h30 | 6:45 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Elda to Alicante run on average 15 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 20:48. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 6:20 AM |
Last train 8:48 PM |
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Discover the best of Alicante — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alicante trip today.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elda to Alicante 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Elda to Alicante trains use the Elda Petrer to Alicante-Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Elda and Alicante train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Elda Petrer is 1 km from Elda city centre. Public transport options include:
Elda Petrer has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink options are available at Elda Petrer.
Ticket office support is available at Elda Petrer.
Available at Elda Petrer: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Elda Petrer.
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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