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The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 16
- Cheapest price on Nov 16
- ฿ 561
- Average ticket price on Nov 16
- ฿ 1,255
- Fastest journey on Nov 16
- 2 h 22 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 16
- 2 h 24 m
- Trains on Nov 16
- 15
- Distance
- 355 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport will cost around ฿ 1,255 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only ฿ 561.
Fast trains
On Mon, Nov 16, we found 15 trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport, including 15 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 16 the direct trains cover the 355 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Mon, Nov 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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.
056686:15 AM 2h33 Madrid Chamartín 8:48 AM Alicante-Terminal ฿ 561 1 One-way 0 transfers
065946:45 PM 2h22 Madrid Chamartín 9:07 PM Alicante-Terminal ฿ 636 1 One-way 0 transfers- 06484
8:15 AM 2h22 Madrid Chamartín 10:37 AM Alicante-Terminal ฿ 711 1 One-way 0 transfers - 05178
5:00 PM 2h34 Madrid Chamartín 7:34 PM Alicante-Terminal ฿ 711 1 One-way 0 transfers 
0407211:45 AM 3h00 Madrid Chamartín 2:45 PM Alicante-Terminal ฿ 790 1 One-way 0 transfers
- 06594
6:45 PM 2h22 Madrid Chamartín 9:07 PM Alicante-Terminal ฿ 636 1 One-way 0 transfers - 06484
8:15 AM 2h22 Madrid Chamartín 10:37 AM Alicante-Terminal ฿ 711 1 One-way 0 transfers 
051826:00 PM 2h23 Madrid Chamartín 8:23 PM Alicante-Terminal ฿ 997 1 One-way 0 transfers- 05912
11:05 AM 2h26 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 1:31 PM Alicante-Terminal ฿ 2,415 1 One-way 0 transfers - 05742
2:27 PM 2h27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 4:54 PM Alicante-Terminal ฿ 3,574 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport
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Trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at ฿ 262 but you can travel from only ฿ 262 by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 220 miles (355 km) distance in 2h 17m.
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 ฿ 262
Distance 220 miles (355 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price ฿ 262 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 6:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
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 ฿ 262
Frequently asked questions about your Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport.
Train ticket prices from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at ฿ 262, while the average price is around ฿ 1,755.
The train from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport takes 2h 17m and runs 15 per day.
The first train from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport leaves at 4:15 AM.
The distance by train from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport is 220 miles (355 km).
The last train from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport leaves at 6:00 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport. This service operates 15 times per day, provided by AVE, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, iryo.
Live departures
Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport trains for today, Sunday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05162 | On time 4:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h34 | 6:34 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
 06164 | 4:45 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h25 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 05178 | On time 5:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h34 | 7:34 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 05182 | On time 6:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h23 | 8:23 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06594 | 6:45 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h22 | 9:07 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 05382 | 7:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h28 | 9:28 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 05192 | On time 7:45 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h35 | 10:20 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 04140 | 8:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h52 | 10:52 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 16 | |||||
| 05668 | 6:15 AM Madrid Chamartín | 2h33 | 8:48 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 05072 | 7:00 AM Madrid Chamartín | 2h35 | 9:35 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06484 | 8:15 AM Madrid Chamartín | 2h22 | 10:37 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 05092 | 9:00 AM Madrid Chamartín | 2h30 | 11:30 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 05912 | 11:05 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h26 | 1:31 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 04072 | 11:45 AM Madrid Chamartín | 3h00 | 2:45 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 05142 | 2:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h28 | 4:28 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06944 | 2:15 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h29 | 4:44 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 05742 | 2:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h27 | 4:54 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Train companies: AVE, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, iryo from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport trainsAVE, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, iryo trains will get you between Madrid Barajas Airport and Alicante Elche Airport from ฿ 262. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
AVE
About
Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe’s high-speed trains. AVE connects major cities across Spain at speeds of up to 310 km/h (193 mph), offering a fast and smooth travel experience. Ticket options include Promo, Promo+, and Flexible fares to suit different budgets, along with discount cards such as the Gold Card and +Renfe Youth 50 Card for eligible travelers. AVE trains feature modern amenities including comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard catering, making them a convenient and enjoyable way to travel across Spain.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average AVE Duration
2h 17m
Cheapest AVE Price
฿ 666
AVE frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. At-seat service in Preferente (First) Class
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets under 10kg in carriers allowed free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone
Renfe ALVIA
About
Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe ALVIA Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Renfe ALVIA Price
฿ 659
Renfe ALVIA frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class
Seat reservation
Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
iryo
About
iryo is a new brand from railway operator ILSA operating in Spain since 2022. iryo uses Frecciarossa 1000 trains which are modern, can travel at up to 360km/h and have a minimal environmental impact. iryo’s Frecciarossa trains have different classes, all of which come with free unlimited WiFi, power sockets, toilets and an onboard entertainment portal where you can watch films and TV series. The main classes are: Infinita Class, Singular Café Class, Singular Class, Inicial Class. These new trains take 2 hours and 30 minutes to travel between Madrid and Barcelona. They depart from Madrid Atocha and Barcelona Sants stations, and stop in Zaragoza along the way. iryo services also cover Madrid, Cuenca, Valencia, Alicante, Córdoba, Seville and Málaga.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average iryo Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest iryo Price
฿ 1,015
iryo frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (36x56x26cm) and 1 handbag (36x30x10cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead compartments and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with Mediterranean cuisine, at-seat service in both classes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free. Large dogs need paid ticket
Quiet zone
Renfe AVLO
About
Renfe Avlo is Spain’s low-cost high-speed rail service operated by the national rail company Renfe. Serving routes between major cities such as Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona, Valencia, Tarragona, Girona, and Figueres, Avlo trains reach speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). All tickets are for Economy Class (“Básica”) with assigned seating and include onboard services such as free Wi-Fi, entertainment via the PlayRenfe app, power sockets, and vending machines. Child tickets are available for ages 0–13, while passengers aged 14 and over require an adult ticket. Each fare includes a backpack and hand luggage (55x35x25 cm, no weight limit), with the option to upgrade for extra baggage. Prices start from as low as €7, making Avlo a budget-friendly way to travel between Spain’s most popular destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe AVLO Duration
2h 33m
Cheapest Renfe AVLO Price
฿ 262
Renfe AVLO frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x35x25cm) and 1 personal item (35x30x20cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers under 10kg allowed free. Service animals allowed
SNCF OUIGO
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF OUIGO Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest SNCF OUIGO Price
฿ 337
SNCF OUIGO frequency
3 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Madrid Barajas Airport and Alicante Elche Airport
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Spain Pass and Interrail Spain Pass are valid on most trains within Spain, including RENFE regional, AVE high-speed, and other long-distance services. Some restrictions may apply for certain premium trains, so it is advisable to check specific train eligibility and reservation requirements in advance.
FAQs: Trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport
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