How much does a train ticket cost from Barcelona to Alicante?

The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Alicante start from €34. The average price for this train route is around €71. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Barcelona to Alicante?

The average train journey time from Barcelona to Alicante is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 406 km. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Barcelona to Alicante route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to Alicante?

The earliest train from Barcelona to Alicante departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 18:15.

Train Barcelona to Alicante from €38

Next train departures

Next departures from Barcelona to Alicante on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 25m	23:40	Alacant-Terminal	CheapestFastest
Train	18:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 25m	23:40	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	18:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 25m	23:40	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Alicante on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 24m	12:39	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 18m	21:33	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 24m	12:39	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 24m	12:39	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	10:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 25m	15:40	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Alicante on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 24m	12:39	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 18m	21:33	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 24m	12:39	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 24m	12:39	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	10:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 25m	15:40	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Alicante on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 24m	12:39	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 18m	21:33	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 24m	12:39	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 24m	12:39	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	10:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 25m	15:40	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Alicante on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:15	Barcelona-Sants	6h 16m	00:31	Alacant-Terminal	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Barcelona to Alicante on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 25m	15:40	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 18m	21:33	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	10:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 25m	15:40	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	10:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 25m	15:40	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	16:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 18m	21:33	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Alicante on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 24m	12:39	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 18m	21:33	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 24m	12:39	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 24m	12:39	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	10:15	Barcelona-Sants	5h 25m	15:40	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona to Alicante

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Alicante. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just €20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14carpool per day

5h 30mAverage duration

408 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price€61 - €66	Average duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€34 - €146	Average duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price€20 - €58	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Barcelona and Alicante?

Barcelona

A
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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C
Barcelona Airport
D
Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain
E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain
F
Barcelona Clot-Arago
C-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
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Alicante

A
Estación de Autobuses Nueva
Estación de Autobuses Nueva, 03003 Alicante (Alacant), Alicante, Spain
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Train Companies

Renfe

4/5943 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3

Based on 943 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at €34

RENFE Euromed Barcelona Alicante recent customer reviews

Very good!

Marek S.

19 April 2024

ES train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Alicante by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Barcelona to Alicante?
The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Alicante start from €34. The average price for this train route is around €71. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Barcelona to Alicante?
The average train journey time from Barcelona to Alicante is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 406 km. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Barcelona to Alicante route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to Alicante?
The earliest train from Barcelona to Alicante departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 18:15.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

25/01

€110

26/01

€53

Today

€53

28/01

€47

29/01

€38

30/01

€46

31/01

€53

01/02

€61

The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Alicante was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of €38

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Barcelona to Alicante as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €38 to €143 for a train ticket from Barcelona to Alicante based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €38, which is on 2026-01-29.