How much is the train ticket from Madrid to Alicante?

The cheapest train tickets from Madrid to Alicante start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Madrid to Alicante?

The average train ride duration from Madrid to Alicante is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 225 miles (362 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 17m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators service the Madrid to Alicante route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Renfe , Iryo , OUIGO .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Madrid to Alicante?

The earliest train departs from Madrid to Alicante at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 8:00pm.

What is the best train operator from Madrid to Alicante?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Iryo , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 396 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Alicante?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Iryo has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Madrid to Alicante?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Iryo , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Madrid to Alicante?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Iryo , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Madrid to Alicante from $27

Next train departures

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 56m	10:56pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	7:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 28m	9:28pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	7:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 28m	9:28pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	7:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 28m	9:28pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	7:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 28m	9:28pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 35m	9:35am	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	3:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 17m	5:17pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	12:10pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	3:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 17m	5:17pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	4:45pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	7:10pm	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	4:45pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	7:10pm	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 56m	10:56pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	6:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 24m	8:24pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	7:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	10:10am	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	7:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	10:10am	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:00am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 29m	11:29am	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	3:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 17m	5:17pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	4:45pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	7:10pm	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	4:45pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 25m	7:10pm	Alicante Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 28m	4:28pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	3:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 17m	5:17pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 35m	9:35am	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	7:00am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 35m	9:35am	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	7:00am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 35m	9:35am	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Alicante on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 58m	2:43pm	Alacant-Terminal	Cheapest
Train	6:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 24m	8:24pm	Alacant-Terminal	Fastest
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags
Train	11:00am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	2h 30m	1:30pm	Alacant-Terminal	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Madrid to Alicante

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Alicante. The journey takes about 2 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

2h 28mAverage Duration

225 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $92	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$23 - $157	Average Duration2h 28m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $54	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

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

Madrid

A
Madrid-Chamartin
C. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
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B
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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C
Madrid-Príncipe Pio
Príncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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D
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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E
Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain

Alicante

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

Renfe

4/5923 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.1

Iryo

4.5/5398 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.9

Users have shared positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting the cleanliness of the buses and the friendliness of the staff. Additionally, they appreciated how well-organized everything was and expressed a desire to take more trips with Iryo in the future.

iryo Madrid Alicante recent customer reviews

Everything was great. Very clean, very nice staff.

Anna N.

September 28, 2024

Well orgnizedi loved to go more trip with iryo

Okechukwu James C.

July 26, 2023

OUIGO

4.5/580 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.2

OUIGO is a high-speed low-cost train service operated by the French national railway company, SNCF. It offers affordable and fast travel options for passengers and has recently expanded its services to Spain. OUIGO's rescheduling policy allows passengers to change their travel plans up to 30 minutes before departure, for a 30€ fee. This gives passengers more flexibility and peace of mind when booking their trips. As they are a low-cost company, their luggage policy only allows travelers to take one small hand luggage and a suitcase not bigger than 55x35x25cm. If you need to get around fast at affordable rates, OUIGO might be the best choice.

Train and bus companies in ES:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madrid to Alicante by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Madrid to Alicante?
The cheapest train tickets from Madrid to Alicante start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Madrid to Alicante?
The average train ride duration from Madrid to Alicante is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 225 miles (362 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 17m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators service the Madrid to Alicante route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Renfe, Iryo, OUIGO.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Madrid to Alicante?
The earliest train departs from Madrid to Alicante at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 8:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Madrid to Alicante?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Iryo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 396 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Alicante?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Iryo has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Madrid to Alicante?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Iryo, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Madrid to Alicante?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Iryo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/01

$37

12/02

$37

Today

$64

12/04

$56

12/05

$67

12/06

$36

12/07

$34

12/08

$78

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Alicante was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $34

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

You can expect to pay from $34 to $185 for a train ticket from Madrid to Alicante based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-12-07.