- Must visit
MARQ Museo Arqueológico de Alicante
Award-winning archaeological museum with innovative displays covering Prehistory to the modern era; one of Alicante’s top cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$174
Average price
$188
Fastest journey
5 h 46 m
Average duration
6 h 33 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
845 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Alicante-Terminal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Alicante-Terminal will cost around $188 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $174.
It's difficult to get from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Alicante-Terminal without transferring at least once.
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04072Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Alicante-Terminal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $112. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $112, and a flight costs an average of $52.
Distance: 525 miles (845 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$126 Average price Cheapest | $215 Average price | $139 Average price | $255 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 50m Average total duration 13h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Alicante-Terminal:
A train is $13 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Alicante-Terminal costing on average $139 (€114).
A train is $89 (€73) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Alicante-Terminal costing on average $215 (€176).
Other travel options to Alicante-Terminal take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 55m.
Bus takes on average 13h 20m.
The journey is about 3h 28m faster (5h 55m by train vs 9h 23m by car) and roughly $129 (€106) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($126 (€103) vs $255 (€209)). 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 AVE.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Alicante-Terminal trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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04364+ 06164 | 7:43 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 11h27 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04364 · 05152 | Delayed 7:43 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 9h34 | 3:17 PM 3:17 PMAlicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04364+ 04072 | 7:43 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 7h02 | 2:45 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04364 · 05312 | On time 7:43 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 6h45 | 2:28 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04364 · 05162 | Delayed 7:43 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 10h51 | 4:34 PM 4:34 PMAlicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04494+ 05162 | Delayed 8:49 AM 10:49 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 7h45 | 4:34 PM 4:34 PMAlicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04494 · 05178 | Delayed 8:49 AM 10:49 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 8h45 | 7:34 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04494+ 05152 | Delayed 8:49 AM 10:49 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 6h28 | 3:17 PM 3:17 PMAlicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04494+ 06164 | Delayed 8:49 AM 10:49 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 8h21 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04314 · 05162 | Delayed 9:48 AM 11:48 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 6h46 | 4:34 PM 4:34 PMAlicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04314+ 06164 | Delayed 9:48 AM 11:48 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 7h22 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04314 · 05182 | Delayed 9:48 AM 11:48 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 8h35 | 8:23 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04314+ 05178 | Delayed 9:48 AM 11:48 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 7h46 | 7:34 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04254 · 05192 | 2:37 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 7h43 | 10:20 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04254 · 05182 | 2:37 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 5h46 | 8:23 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
04254+ 04140 | 2:37 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 8h15 | 10:52 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Alicante-Terminal run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $112 (€92) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 525 miles (845 km) distance in 5h 29m.
Distance 525 miles (845 km) |
Average train duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $112 (€92) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 29m |
First train 5:47 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
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Discover the best of Alicante-Terminal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alicante-Terminal trip today.
Award-winning archaeological museum with innovative displays covering Prehistory to the modern era; one of Alicante’s top cultural visits.
Contemporary art museum in the old town, known for its strong 20th-century collection and temporary exhibitions in a historic building.
Fine arts museum focused on Alicante painters from the 16th to 19th centuries, housed in an elegant historic palace.
Alicante’s famous palm-lined promenade with its wave-pattern mosaic; a classic walk and one of the city’s most photographed spots.
Charming old quarter of whitewashed houses, flower-filled steps, and narrow lanes, especially popular for photos and sunset walks.
Central urban beach beside the old town and castle, ideal for combining seaside views with a city walk.
Traditional Alicante rice cooked in fish stock, usually served separately from the fish that flavored it. A hallmark of the local rice culture on the Costa Blanca.
Seafood rice colored with squid ink, rich and briny, commonly enjoyed along the Alicante coast. It is one of the area's most recognizable rice dishes.
A coastal rice and fish dish with deep broth flavor, linked to nearby fishing communities. It reflects the maritime cooking traditions of the province.
Classic and widely known Alicante restaurant and tapas bar, celebrated for seafood, rice dishes, and a lively upscale atmosphere.
Well-established gourmet tapas venue near the old town, known for high-quality produce, Iberian ham, seafood, and polished service.
Popular modern taberna with a stylish setting, strong wine list, and creative Mediterranean dishes in central Alicante.
Moderate for Spain: budget eats are affordable, while tourist-area dining and summer stays cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Small change is fine in cafes. Taxis are often rounded up, but tipping is not required.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Alicante-Terminal 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-Terminal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Alicante-Terminal trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Alicante-Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao and Alicante-Terminal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.