Alicante to Granada train with AVE

Mon 02 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Alicante to Granada

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
Cheapest price on 02 Nov
£94
Average ticket price on 02 Nov
£94
Fastest journey on 02 Nov
6 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 02 Nov
6 h 16 m
Trains on 02 Nov
1
Distance
303 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alicante to Granada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Alicante to Granada will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.

Fast trains

To travel from Alicante to Granada you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Renfe AVE
    2 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Alicante to Granada

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Trains from Alicante to Granada run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 303 km distance in 5h 49m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance
303 km
Average train duration
6h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
1
Fastest train
5h 49m
First train
6:11
Last train
20:00
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
3 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6

Frequently asked questions about your Alicante to Granada trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Alicante to Granada.

The cost of a train ticket from Alicante to Granada can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £38.
The train from Alicante to Granada takes 5h 49m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Alicante to Granada is 303 km.
The first train from Alicante to Granada leaves at 6:11.
The last train from Alicante to Granada departs at 20:00.
Trains from Alicante to Granada run approximately 1 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Alicante to Granada.

Live departures

Alicante to Granada train times

The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Granada trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Renfe AVE8:35 Alicante
6h16
14:51 Granada2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: AVE from Alicante to Granada trainsAVE trains will get you between Alicante and Granada from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe’s high-speed trains. AVE connects major cities across Spain at speeds of up to 310 km/h (193 mph), offering a fast and smooth travel experience. Ticket options include Promo, Promo+, and Flexible fares to suit different budgets, along with discount cards such as the Gold Card and +Renfe Youth 50 Card for eligible travelers. AVE trains feature modern amenities including comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard catering, making them a convenient and enjoyable way to travel across Spain.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average AVE Duration
5h 49m
Cheapest AVE Price
£15
AVE frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. At-seat service in Preferente (First) Class
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets under 10kg in carriers allowed free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Alicante and Granada

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Alicante to Granada.
There is no night train service from Alicante to Granada.

Complete guide to Granada

Things to do in Granada

Discover the best of Granada — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Granada trip today.

  • Recommended

Museo de Bellas Artes de Granada

Fine arts museum inside the Palace of Charles V, showing paintings and sculpture from Granada and Andalusia in a major historic setting.

  • Recommended

Museo Arqueológico y Etnológico de Granada

Archaeological museum in a restored old house, with Iberian, Roman and Islamic pieces that trace Granada’s long urban history.

  • Recommended

Museo Casa Natal Federico García Lorca - Huerta de San Vicente

Museum dedicated to Federico García Lorca in the poet’s summer home, with personal objects and context on his life and work.

Euro (€)

Granada is budget-friendly for Spain: tapas can be low-cost, local buses are cheap, and hotels are usually cheaper than in Madrid, Barcelona, or Seville.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for a budget meal.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
Fine dining
€50+ per person for fine dining.
Coffee
€1.50-3 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the bill is common but not expected.

Plan your visit to Granada

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Granada.

The train journey from Alicante to Granada offers scenic views, especially as it traverses the Sierra Nevada region, with picturesque landscapes of rolling hills and traditional Spanish countryside.

FAQs: Alicante to Granada train

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

FAQs
Booking trains from Alicante to Granada in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Alicante to Granada.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Alicante and Granada

Most Alicante to Granada trains use the Alicante-Terminal to Granada station pair. Use this guide to compare Alicante and Granada train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Alicante
Arrival train stations in Granada

Which Alicante station do trains to Granada leave from?

Trains from Alicante to Granada leave from Alicante-Terminal. The station is 1 km from Alicante city centre at Avda. Salamanca, 1, 03005 Alicante, Spain.
Alicante-TerminalAvda. Salamanca, 1, 03005 Alicante, Spain+34 912320320WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Alicante-Terminal from Alicante city centre

Alicante-Terminal is 1 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:

BusTuri, 06 · 10m · £9 · every ~18 min

Alicante-Terminal train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Cafestore, Candy & go, Gambrinus, Máquinas Vending, Upper Crust

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi. . ATMs are aTM machine is in the station.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00. Information desks are look for the "i" symbol.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is offered through an independent company. . Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Alicante-Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Alicante-Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante-Terminal: Adapted for deaf persons.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Eurostar Centrum Alicante, Old Town Alicante B&B, Casa Alberola Alicante, Curio Collection by Hilton.

Train stations for Alicante to Granada

Check train stations information for Alicante and Granada, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Alicante that goes to Granada is Alicante-Terminal, and it arrives at Granada.

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