The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
355 km
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 $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 3 trains that leave Madrid Barajas Airport for Alicante Elche Airport on Wed, Nov 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct trains cover the 355 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 220 miles (355 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€29 Average price | €76 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h29 | 2:44 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 4:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h24 | 8:39 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 19 | |||||
![]() | 5:45 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 8:10 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport by train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport
Trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 18:15. The fastest train covers the 220 miles (355 km) distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 220 miles (355 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 04:15 |
Last train 18:15 |
Train companies: Ouigo, iryo, AVE from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport trainsOuigo, iryo, AVE trains will get you between Madrid Barajas Airport and Alicante Elche Airport from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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AVE
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FAQs: Trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport 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 Elche Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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