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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Altea
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Altea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Altea will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 4 trains that leave Madrid for Altea on Fri, May 15, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 373 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 22 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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.
061644:45 PM2h25Madrid Chamartín7:10 PMAlicante-Terminal$621One-way0 transfers
065946:45 PM2h22Madrid Chamartín9:07 PMAlicante-Terminal$731One-way0 transfers- 069442:15 PM2h29Madrid Chamartín4:44 PMAlicante-Terminal$731One-way0 transfers
- 064848:15 AM2h22Madrid Chamartín10:37 AMAlicante-Terminal$1061One-way0 transfers
- 064848:15 AM2h22Madrid Chamartín10:37 AMAlicante-Terminal$1061One-way0 transfers
- 065946:45 PM2h22Madrid Chamartín9:07 PMAlicante-Terminal$731One-way0 transfers
- 061644:45 PM2h25Madrid Chamartín7:10 PMAlicante-Terminal$621One-way0 transfers
- 069442:15 PM2h29Madrid Chamartín4:44 PMAlicante-Terminal$731One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid to Altea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Altea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $40.
Distance: 231 miles (373 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$32 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price | $87 Average price | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Madrid to Altea:
A train is $25 (€20) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Altea costing on average $57 (€46).
A train is $54 (€44) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Altea costing on average $87 (€69).
Other travel options to Altea take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 23m.
Bus takes on average 5h 26m.
The journey is about 2h 12m faster (2h 23m by train vs 4h 35m by car) and roughly $63 (€50) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($32 (€26) vs $95 (€76)). 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 SNCF OUIGO, iryo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Madrid to Altea train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Altea trains for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06594 | On time 6:45 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h22 | 9:07 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 15 | |||||
| 06484 | On time 8:15 AM Madrid Chamartín | 2h22 | 10:37 AM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06944 | 2:15 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h29 | 4:44 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06164 | 4:45 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h25 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Altea
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Trains from Madrid to Altea run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 231 miles (373 km) distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 231 miles (373 km) |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 6:15 AM |
Last train 9:20 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SNCF OUIGO, iryo from Madrid to Altea trainsSNCF OUIGO, iryo trains will get you between Madrid and Altea from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Altea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Altea 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 Altea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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