
1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- Meals to buy
- Snacks to buy
- Air-conditioned
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 22 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 24 m
Trains on 17 Sept
3
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aranjuez to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aranjuez to Alicante will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 3 trains from Aranjuez to Alicante, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 328 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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06944Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aranjuez to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, while a flight costs an average of £50.
Distance: 328 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price | £50 Average Price | £57 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Aranjuez to Alicante:
A train is £34 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Aranjuez to Alicante costing on average £48.
A train is £36 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aranjuez to Alicante costing on average £50.
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 41m.
Coach takes on average 4h 40m.
The journey is about 56m faster (2h 41m by train vs 3h 37m by car) and roughly £43 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£14 vs £57). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with iryo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Aranjuez to Alicante trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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06484 | On time 8:15 Madrid Chamartín | 2h22 | 10:37 Alicante-Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
06944 | 14:15 Madrid Chamartín | 2h29 | 16:44 Alicante-Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
06594 | On time 18:45 Madrid Chamartín | 2h22 | 21:07 Alicante-Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Aranjuez to Alicante run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 328 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 328 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 21:20 |
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Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection and a historic building in the old town.
Archaeological museum with well-presented exhibits from prehistory to the modern era, suitable for first-time visitors.
Museum devoted to Alicante’s Bonfires festival, with satirical figures and displays explaining a key local tradition.
Palm-lined seafront promenade with patterned paving, harbour views and easy access to the old town and marina.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, stairways and whitewashed houses climbing below the castle, ideal for slow walks and photos.
Urban beach and promenade beside the centre, popular for swimming, strolling and postcard views of the castle above.
Alicante’s signature rice dish, cooked with rabbit, chicken and snails over vine cuttings. It is prized for its smoky flavour and festival roots.
Dry rice cooked in fish stock with cuttlefish, prawns and monkfish, often finished with aioli. A classic coastal dish across Alicante province.
Creamy rice with salt cod and cauliflower, especially linked to Lent and home cooking in Alicante. Simple ingredients give it a deeply local character.
Contemporary fine dining focused on tasting menus and seasonal Mediterranean cooking in an intimate setting in central Alicante.
Well-known central restaurant for refined Alicante rice dishes and seafood in a polished, modern setting near the marina.
Popular casual spot in the old town serving tapas, montaditos and local specialities in a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain’s coast: hotels rise in summer, but dining, local transport and casual drinks stay reasonable for most tourists.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafés; taxi fares are usually rounded up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aranjuez 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 Aranjuez to Alicante trains use the Aranjuez to Alicante-Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Aranjuez and Alicante train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aranjuez is 1 km from Aranjuez city centre. Public transport options include:
Aranjuez has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante Casa Pablo, Restaurante El Rana Verde
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aranjuez. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aranjuez. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aranjuez: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aranjuez: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aranjuez: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Palacio de Aranjuez, Hotel Jardín de Aranjuez, Hotel Don Manuel.
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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