Madrid to Santa Pola train with SNCF OUIGO

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Santa Pola

Showing times and prices for May 11

Cheapest price

$21

Average price

$51

Fastest journey

4 h 15 m

Average duration

4 h 24 m

Trains per day

26

Distance

366 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Santa Pola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Madrid to Santa Pola will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Madrid to Santa Pola without transferring at least once.

  • Renfe AVLO05668+Grupo SubúsNormal
    6:15 AM4h15
    Madrid Chamartín
    10:30 AMGran Alacant
    $211One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe AVLO05668+Grupo SubúsNormal
    6:15 AM5h15
    Madrid Chamartín
    11:30 AMGran Alacant
    $211One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe AVLO05668+Grupo SubúsNormal
    6:15 AM4h25
    Madrid Chamartín
    10:40 AMSanta Pola
    $221One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe AVLO05178+Grupo SubúsNormal
    5:00 PM5h30
    Madrid Chamartín
    10:30 PMGran Alacant
    $261One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe AVLO05178+Grupo SubúsNormal
    5:00 PM4h30
    Madrid Chamartín
    9:30 PMGran Alacant
    $261One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid to Santa Pola

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Santa Pola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $37.

Distance: 227 miles (366 km)

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Bus
Flight

$27

Average price

Cheapest

$46

Average price

$69

Average price

2h 54m

Average total duration

2h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 36m

Average total duration

5h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.2kg

CO2 emissions

SNCF OUIGO

Most popular train company

Alsa

Most popular bus company

Iberia

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Santa Pola is a train with an average price of $27 (€21).

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Santa Pola:

A train is $19 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Santa Pola costing on average $46 (€37).

A train is $42 (€33) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Santa Pola costing on average $69 (€55).

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Santa Pola is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 13m.

Other travel options to Santa Pola take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 24m.

Bus takes on average 5h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Santa Pola including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Santa Pola among Omio's users.

Live departures

Madrid to Santa Pola train times

The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Santa Pola trains for today, Sunday, May 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
AVE05092+Grupo SubúsNormal9:00 AM Madrid Chamartín
4h30
1:30 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
AVE05092+Grupo SubúsNormal9:00 AM Madrid Chamartín
5h30
2:30 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
AVE05092+Grupo SubúsNormal9:00 AM Madrid Chamartín
4h40
1:40 PM Santa Pola1 transfer
AVE05102+Grupo SubúsNormal9:45 AM Madrid Chamartín
4h45
2:30 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
AVE05102+Grupo SubúsNormal9:45 AM Madrid Chamartín
4h55
2:40 PM Santa Pola1 transfer
AVE05102+Grupo SubúsNormal9:45 AM Madrid Chamartín
6h45
4:30 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
Renfe ALVIA04072+Grupo SubúsNormal11:45 AM Madrid Chamartín
4h45
4:30 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
Renfe ALVIA04072+Grupo SubúsNormal11:45 AM Madrid Chamartín
4h55
4:40 PM Santa Pola1 transfer
Renfe ALVIA04072+Grupo SubúsNormal11:45 AM Madrid Chamartín
5h45
5:30 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
AVE05312+Grupo SubúsNormal12:00 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h40
4:40 PM Santa Pola1 transfer
AVE05312+Grupo SubúsNormal12:00 PM Madrid Chamartín
5h30
5:30 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
AVE05312+Grupo SubúsNormal12:00 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h30
4:30 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
AVE05152+Grupo SubúsNormal3:00 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h40
7:40 PM Santa Pola1 transfer
AVE05152+Grupo SubúsNormal3:00 PM Madrid Chamartín
5h30
8:30 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
AVE05152+Grupo SubúsNormal3:00 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h30
7:30 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
AVE05162+Grupo SubúsNormal4:00 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h30
8:30 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
AVE05162+Grupo SubúsNormal4:00 PM Madrid Chamartín
5h30
9:30 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
AVE05162+Grupo SubúsNormal4:00 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h40
8:40 PM Santa Pola1 transfer
iryo06164+Grupo SubúsNormal4:45 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h55
9:40 PM Santa Pola1 transfer
iryo06164+Grupo SubúsNormal4:45 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h45
9:30 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
Renfe AVLO05178+Grupo SubúsNormal5:00 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h30
9:30 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
Renfe AVLO05178+Grupo SubúsNormal5:00 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h40
9:40 PM Santa Pola1 transfer
Monday, May 11
Renfe AVLO05668+Grupo SubúsNormal6:15 AM Madrid Chamartín
4h25
10:40 AM Santa Pola1 transfer
Renfe AVLO05668+Grupo SubúsNormal6:15 AM Madrid Chamartín
5h15
11:30 AM Gran Alacant1 transfer
Renfe AVLO05668+Grupo SubúsNormal6:15 AM Madrid Chamartín
4h15
10:30 AM Gran Alacant1 transfer
AVE05072+Grupo SubúsNormal7:00 AM Madrid Chamartín
4h30
11:30 AM Gran Alacant1 transfer
AVE05072+Grupo SubúsNormal7:00 AM Madrid Chamartín
5h00
12:00 PM Gran Alacant1 transfer
AVE05072+Grupo SubúsNormal7:00 AM Madrid Chamartín
4h40
11:40 AM Santa Pola1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Madrid to Santa Pola

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Trains from Madrid to Santa Pola run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 227 miles (366 km) distance in 2h 22m.

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
Distance
227 miles (366 km)
Average train duration
2h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
$16 (€13)
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
2h 22m
First train
1:00 AM
Last train
9:20 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
56 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

Train companies: SNCF OUIGO, iryo from Madrid to Santa Pola trainsSNCF OUIGO, iryo trains will get you between Madrid and Santa Pola from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
$25 (€20)
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
Learn more about iryo

SNCF OUIGO

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Price
$11 (€9)
SNCF OUIGO frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Santa Pola

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Santa Pola 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 Santa Pola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Madrid to Santa Pola can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $16 (€13), while the average price is around $27 (€21).
The train from Madrid to Santa Pola takes 2h 22m and runs 5 per day.
The distance by train from Madrid to Santa Pola is 227 miles (366 km).
The first train from Madrid to Santa Pola leaves at 1:00 AM.
The last train from Madrid to Santa Pola leaves at 9:20 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Madrid to Santa Pola.
Yes, there is a direct train from Madrid to Santa Pola. This service operates 5 times per day, provided by SNCF OUIGO.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Madrid to Santa Pola.
The train station in Madrid that goes to Santa Pola is Madrid Chamartín, which connects to Alicante-Terminal.
The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Santa Pola is by train, with a cost of around $16 (€13).
The train journey from Madrid to Santa Pola offers a diverse Spanish landscape, featuring picturesque views of rolling plains, quaint villages, and scenic countryside, though it is not typically highlighted for dramatic scenery.
A day trip from Madrid to Santa Pola is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 22m, exceeding the 120-minute limit, despite a distance of 227 miles (366 km). Trains run 5 times per day.
In Santa Pola, you can explore the Santa Pola Aquarium to discover local marine life, relax on Playa de Levante with its golden sands and family-friendly amenities, and visit local markets for fresh produce and souvenirs. Enjoy a boat trip for coastal views and marine wildlife spotting, and savor local cuisine at seaside restaurants. Don't miss the Santa Pola Salt Museum for insights into salt production, the historical Santa Pola Castle, and the scenic Santa Pola Lighthouse. Take a day trip to Tabarca Island for snorkeling in its marine reserve, and enjoy family fun at Pola Park amusement park.
To fully explore Santa Pola's beaches, salt flats, and historical sites, 2 to 3 days are recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Madrid to Santa Pola.
Since both Madrid and Santa Pola are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Santa Pola include Albacete.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Santa Pola among Omio's users.
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.
Spain uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards, but cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas, while cash may be preferred for small purchases, markets, and rural locations.
In Santa Pola, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially pickpocketing in crowded areas like markets and beaches. Avoid leaving belongings unattended and be wary of overly friendly strangers offering unsolicited help. Common scams include overpriced taxi fares and inflated prices at beachside vendors. Staying alert and using official services helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Madrid to Santa Pola

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Santa Pola
Madrid ChamartínParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
28036 Madrid, Spain
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km

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