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Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante (MACA)
Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection in a restored historic building.
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 11 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
370 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zaragoza to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zaragoza to Alicante will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
It's difficult to get from Zaragoza to Alicante without transferring at least once.
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04140Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zaragoza to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 14m. 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 bus costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $62.
Distance: 229 miles (370 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$80 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Zaragoza to Alicante:
A bus is $39 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaragoza to Alicante costing on average $80 (€80).
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 28m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (5h 14m by train vs 5h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $80 (€80) compared to roughly $77 (€77) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with AVE, Renfe MD.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Zaragoza to Alicante trains for today, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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03304+ 06164 | Delayed 9:47 AM 11:43 AMZaragoza-Delicias | 7h27 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
03112+ 06164 | On time 12:31 PM Zaragoza-Delicias | 6h39 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06020 · 06164 | On time 12:53 PM Zaragoza-Delicias | 6h17 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06020+ 04140 | On time 12:53 PM Zaragoza-Delicias | 9h59 | 10:52 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06020+ 05182 | Delayed 12:53 PM Zaragoza-Delicias | 7h30 | 6:23 PM 6:23 PMAlicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
03322+ 06164 | On time 1:49 PM Zaragoza-Delicias | 5h21 | 7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06014+ 04140 | Delayed 12:48 PM 2:48 PMZaragoza-Delicias | 8h04 | 10:52 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06014+ 05382 | Delayed 12:48 PM 2:48 PMZaragoza-Delicias | 6h40 | 9:28 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06014+ 05182 | Delayed 12:48 PM 2:48 PMZaragoza-Delicias | 5h35 | 6:23 PM 6:23 PMAlicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 25 | |||||
06080+ 05182 | 9:26 AM Zaragoza-Delicias | 10h57 | 8:23 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06080+ 05162 | 9:26 AM Zaragoza-Delicias | 9h08 | 6:34 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06080+ 05382 | 9:26 AM Zaragoza-Delicias | 12h02 | 9:28 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06012+ 05162 | 10:25 AM Zaragoza-Delicias | 8h09 | 6:34 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06012+ 05182 | 10:25 AM Zaragoza-Delicias | 9h58 | 8:23 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
06012+ 05382 | 10:25 AM Zaragoza-Delicias | 11h03 | 9:28 PM Alicante-Terminal | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Zaragoza to Alicante run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€62) but you can travel from only $38 (€38) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 229 miles (370 km) distance in 4h 21m.
Distance 229 miles (370 km) |
Average train duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€62) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Alicante — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alicante trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection in a restored historic building.
Archaeological museum with acclaimed interactive displays covering prehistory to modern Alicante.
Fine arts museum in an 18th-century palace, featuring Alicante artists and regional painting collections.
Alicante's iconic waterfront promenade with mosaic paving, palms, and constant seaside city life.
Historic old quarter of whitewashed lanes climbing toward the castle, full of character and viewpoints.
Popular city beach and promenade area beside the old town, excellent for walks and classic coastal views.
Alicante’s signature rice dish, cooked in fish stock with seafood or meat. It is central to local Sunday meals and showcases the region’s rice tradition.
Rice baked in the oven with stock, tomato, chickpeas, and often pork or sausage. A hearty Valencian classic widely eaten in Alicante homes.
Traditional Alicante rice made with tuna, pumpkin, and ñora pepper. It reflects the city’s coastal pantry and old home-style cooking.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative Mediterranean tasting menus in an elegant contemporary setting.
Historic traditional venue famous for Alicante tapas, cured fish, and local wines in a classic, lively old-town setting.
Well-known seafood and rice restaurant near the marina, valued for fresh fish, shellfish, and polished but approachable service.
Moderate for Spain: lodging rises in summer, but tapas, local transit, and casual dining stay fairly affordable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Alicante-Terminal -> Plaça dels Estels, Alicante
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zaragoza to Alicante 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zaragoza to Alicante trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Alicante-Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Zaragoza and Alicante 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.
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