Alicante to Salamanca train with AVE

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Alicante to Salamanca

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£83

Average price

£90

Fastest journey

4 h 47 m

Average duration

5 h 56 m

Trains per day

11

Distance

530 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Alicante to Salamanca will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.

Fast trains

To travel from Alicante to Salamanca you need to make at least one change.

AVE05153+Renfe ALVIA04909
16:056h46
Alicante-Terminal
22:51Salamanca station
£831One-way
1 change
AVE05143+Renfe ALVIA04909
14:358h16
Alicante-Terminal
22:51Salamanca station
£831One-way
1 change
AVE05273+Renfe ALVIA04809
07:244h47
Alicante-Terminal
12:11Salamanca station
£831One-way
1 change
Renfe ALVIA04143 · 04969
10:267h05
Alicante-Terminal
17:31Salamanca station
£881One-way
1 change
Renfe ALVIA04143 · 04909
10:2612h25
Alicante-Terminal
22:51Salamanca station
£881One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Alicante to Salamanca

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Salamanca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £35, and a coach costs an average of £65.

Distance: 530 km

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Coach

£52

Average Price

Cheapest

£65

Average Price

4h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 2m

Average total duration

7h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

AVE

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Alsa

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Live departures

Alicante to Salamanca train times

The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Salamanca trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 05:29
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
RenfeAVE05273+RenfeALVIA04969
On time
06:24 Alicante-Terminal
10h07
16:31 Salamanca station
1 change
RenfeAVE05083+RenfeALVIA04969
On time
07:35 Alicante-Terminal
8h56
16:31 Salamanca station
1 change
RenfeAVE05093+RenfeALVIA04969
On time
08:40 Alicante-Terminal
7h51
16:31 Salamanca station
1 change
RenfeALVIA04143 · 04969
On time
09:26 Alicante-Terminal
7h05
16:31 Salamanca station
1 change
RenfeALVIA04143 · 04909
On time
09:26 Alicante-Terminal
12h25
21:51 Salamanca station
1 change
RenfeAVE05113+RenfeALVIA04969
On time
11:45 Alicante-Terminal
4h46
16:31 Salamanca station
1 change
RenfeAVE05113+RenfeALVIA04909
On time
11:45 Alicante-Terminal
10h06
21:51 Salamanca station
1 change
RenfeAVE05143+RenfeALVIA04909
On time
13:35 Alicante-Terminal
8h16
21:51 Salamanca station
1 change
RenfeALVIA04181 · 04909
On time
14:26 Alicante-Terminal
7h25
21:51 Salamanca station
1 change
RenfeAVE05183+RenfeALVIA04909
On time
16:43 Alicante-Terminal
5h08
21:51 Salamanca station
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Alicante to Salamanca

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Trains from Alicante to Salamanca run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 530 km distance in 4h 18m.

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
Distance
530 km
Average train duration
4h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
4h 18m
First train
05:50
Last train
18:00
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

Train companies: AVE, Ouigo, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, iryo, Renfe Viajeros from Alicante to Salamanca trainsAVE, Ouigo, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, iryo, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Alicante and Salamanca from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

AVE

About
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 Duration
4h 41m
Cheapest Price
£62
AVE frequency
2 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

Renfe ALVIA

About
Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.
Luggage & cancellation policy
0
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class
Seat reservation
Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

iryo

About
iryo is a new brand from railway operator ILSA operating in Spain since 2022. iryo uses Frecciarossa 1000 trains which are modern, can travel at up to 360km/h and have a minimal environmental impact. iryo’s Frecciarossa trains have different classes, all of which come with free unlimited WiFi, power sockets, toilets and an onboard entertainment portal where you can watch films and TV series. The main classes are: Infinita Class, Singular Café Class, Singular Class, Inicial Class. These new trains take 2 hours and 30 minutes to travel between Madrid and Barcelona. They depart from Madrid Atocha and Barcelona Sants stations, and stop in Zaragoza along the way. iryo services also cover Madrid, Cuenca, Valencia, Alicante, Córdoba, Seville and Málaga.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (36x56x26cm) and 1 handbag (36x30x10cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead compartments and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with Mediterranean cuisine, at-seat service in both classes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free. Large dogs need paid ticket
Quiet zone

Ouigo

About
SNCF OUIGO is a low-cost train service launched in 2013 by SNCF, the French national railway company. It offers budget-friendly travel on both high-speed (Ouigo Grande Vitesse) and conventional (Ouigo Vitesse Classique) lines in France, and also to Belgium and Spain. OUIGO trains are characterized by a \no-frills\" approach, featuring a single class of seating and minimal onboard amenities to keep ticket prices low. While the high-speed services utilize specially reconfigured TGV trains, Ouigo Vitesse Classique uses older locomotive-hauled rolling stock for even cheaper fares on slower routes."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (max 36x27x15cm) and 1 small bag included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by OUIGO
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation mandatory and included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45x30x25cm) for €5. Large dogs not allowed except guide dogs

Renfe AVLO

About
Renfe Avlo is Spain’s low-cost high-speed rail service operated by the national rail company Renfe. Serving routes between major cities such as Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona, Valencia, Tarragona, Girona, and Figueres, Avlo trains reach speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). All tickets are for Economy Class (“Básica”) with assigned seating and include onboard services such as free Wi-Fi, entertainment via the PlayRenfe app, power sockets, and vending machines. Child tickets are available for ages 0–13, while passengers aged 14 and over require an adult ticket. Each fare includes a backpack and hand luggage (55x35x25 cm, no weight limit), with the option to upgrade for extra baggage. Prices start from as low as €7, making Avlo a budget-friendly way to travel between Spain’s most popular destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x35x25cm) and 1 personal item (35x30x20cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers under 10kg allowed free. Service animals allowed

Renfe Viajeros

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 55m
Cheapest Price
£52
Renfe Viajeros frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Alicante to Salamanca train

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

FAQs
Spending two to three days in Salamanca is generally sufficient to explore its historic sites, including the Plaza Mayor, the University of Salamanca, and the Old Cathedral, while also enjoying the local cuisine and vibrant atmosphere.
A day trip from Alicante to Salamanca is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 18m. Trains are available 3 times per day.
The train journey from Alicante to Salamanca offers a mix of scenic landscapes, including views of the Spanish countryside, rolling hills, and picturesque villages, providing a relaxing and visually pleasing travel experience.
The train distance from Alicante to Salamanca is 530 km.
In Salamanca, you can cross the Roman Bridge for scenic views of the Tormes River and explore vibrant local markets for traditional Spanish goods. Visit the Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum for a cultural experience, and enjoy a stroll along the riverbanks. Attend a performance at the Liceo Theatre. Key sights include the impressive Baroque architecture of Plaza Mayor, the historic University of Salamanca, the Gothic and Baroque styles of Salamanca Cathedral, Casa de las Conchas with its unique stone shells, and the intricate Plateresque façade of Convento de San Esteban.
The train journey from Alicante to Salamanca covers a distance of 530 km and takes approximately 4h 18m. Trains run 3 per day.
Booking trains from Alicante to Salamanca in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Alicante to Salamanca, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Alicante to Salamanca leaves at 5:50.
The cost of a train ticket from Alicante to Salamanca can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The cheapest way to get from Alicante to Salamanca is by train, costing approximately £35.
The last train from Alicante to Salamanca departs at 18:00.
Trains from Alicante to Salamanca run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Alicante to Salamanca.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Alicante to Salamanca.
Yes, you can take the train from Alicante to Salamanca.
There is no night train service from Alicante to Salamanca.

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