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Barcelona to Alicante train

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Cheap train tickets from Barcelona to Alicante

Showing times and prices for 03 Dec

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

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SNCF OUIGO6540
13:506h47
Barcelona Sants
20:37Alicante-Terminal
£381One-way
1 change

Barcelona to Alicante train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 December
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SNCF OUIGO
6540
SNCF OUIGOSNCF OUIGO | 6540
13:50 Barcelona Sants6h47 20:37 Alicante-Terminal1 change

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Barcelona to Alicante?

The best time to book your train from Barcelona to Alicante is days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Barcelona to Alicante route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Barcelona to Alicante per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Barcelona to Alicante.

Train times from Barcelona to Alicante

Showing times and prices for 03 Dec

Fastest Journey

6 h 47 m

Average

6 h 47 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

407 km

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

Fastest
SNCF OUIGO6540
13:506h47
Barcelona Sants
20:37Alicante-Terminal
£381One-way
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Barcelona to Alicante

Trains from Barcelona to Alicante run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
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.
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Distance
406 km
Average train duration
5h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Train providers
6
Fastest train
5h 17m
First train
05:45
Last train
18:15
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
Flight from £20

Train companies: Renfe Euromed, Renfe and Renfe Intercity trains Barcelona to Alicante

Find the best trains to Alicante from Barcelona with Omio's travel partners Renfe Euromed, Renfe and Renfe Intercity from £35. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Renfe is a Spanish train company that operates throughout the country including trains from Barcelona to Alicante. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed AVE trains, regional trains, and night trains. The AVE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save money and time, as they allow you to travel overnight and arrive at your destination in the morning. Renfe offers several types of tickets, including single tickets, return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Renfe are Madrid-Barcelona, Madrid-Seville, and Madrid-Valencia. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore some of Spain's most beautiful cities in comfort and style.


Trains from Barcelona to Alicante: Journey Details

Alicante is a popular destination for sun-worshippers heading for the beaches of the Costa Blanca, but the city has plenty to offer in its own right. Highlights include the medieval fortress of Santa Barbara, with its ornamental gardens and olive groves, and the impressive collection in the contemporary art museum. The weekday schedule begins with an early morning departure, followed by hourly trains from mid-morning until the last departure in the early evening, with a 3-hour hiatus in mid-afternoon. Services comprise Euromed expresses, with journey times of around 5 hours, or the slightly slower Talgo trains. The Sunday timetable has no early morning departure.

 

Trains from Barcelona to Alicante: Train Journey Information


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Which train companies go from Barcelona to Alicante? The Spanish national rail operator RENFE provides direct trains from Barcelona to Alicante.

How long is the train from Barcelona to Alicante? The average journey time for the train from Barcelona to Alicante is 4 hours and 55 minutes. Although some journeys can take up to 5 hours and 58 minutes.

When are the first and last trains of the day from Barcelona to Alicante? The first direct train from Barcelona to Alicante departs from the Barcelona Sants station at 07.00 a.m. The last train to depart from Barcelona to Alicante does so at 18:00 p.m.

How often are trains from Barcelona to Alicante? Trains from Barcelona to Alicante run every hour between 10:00 a.m and 12:00 p.m, with one connection at 15:00 p.m, and then hourly again between 16:00 p.m and 18:00 p.m.

Tips for Booking Cheap Trains from Barcelona to Alicante


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How far in advance to book cheap train tickets from Barcelona to Alicante? The best time to book trains from Barcelona to Alicante in advance is 6 weeks before departure.

When is the cheapest and most expensive time of day to catch the train from Barcelona to Alicante? The cheapest time of day to travel from Barcelona to Alicante is in the evening. The most expensive day to catch the train from Barcelona to Alicante during the peak times of 15:00 p.m to 17:00 p.m.

Train Station Info and Getting to the City Centre


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Where do trains from Barcelona to Alicante depart from? Trains From Barcelona to Alicante depart from Sants station, located on the western side of the city centre. It has its own stop on the Barcelona Metro, providing connections across the city on lines L3 and L5, with trains until midnight on weekdays and all night on Saturdays.

There are bus stops for 7 routes around the city. RENFE Cercanias local services connect the station to Barcelona airport. There is a taxi rank close to the station on Plaza Joan Peiro.

Where do trains from Barcelona to Alicante arrive at? Trains from Barcelona to Alicante arrive at the Alicante Terminal station, located on Avenida Salamanca in the city centre. There is bus stops close to the main entrance, with routes around the city centre and to the beaches. The C-6 shuttle bus offers regular connections to Alicante airport. The nearest Metro stop to the station is Luceros, about 500 metres east along Avenida de la Estacion. Taxis are usually available by the main entrance.

 


Renfe trains from Barcelona to Alicante

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Renfe is Spain's national train operator and connects the country's main points of interest. In addition, Renfe has the largest high-speed network in Europe with AVE and Alvia trains. Other Renfe train types are Altaria, Euromed and Talgo. All Renfe trains are equipped with an on-board bistro, toilets, air conditioning and many of them with Wi-Fi.

At Omio you can easily check the Renfe timetable for your trip and book cheap Renfe tickets from Barcelona to Alicante. When booking, you can choose different classes (Tourist, Tourist Plus, Preferred and Club), the seat and the type of ticket you want (Promo, Promo+, Flexible or Round Trip). If you have a Renfe discount card, you can specify it when you buy your ticket at Omio and take advantage of many offers. For information on ticket cancellation, please visit our Help centre.


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FAQs: Barcelona to Alicante train

FAQs: Travel by train from Barcelona to Alicante easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Alicante.
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Cheap train tickets from Barcelona to Alicante can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Barcelona to Alicante is £48; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Alicante from Barcelona is on average 5 h 17 min   for the 252 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Barcelona and Alicante by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Barcelona to Alicante leaves at 05: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Barcelona to Alicante leaves at 18: 15.
There are 5 trains a day from Barcelona to Alicante which require at least one change with Renfe EUROMED or Renfe Intercity. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Barcelona to Alicante train with Renfe EUROMED or Renfe Intercity. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey between Barcelona and Alicante as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 15.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Barcelona Sants, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Alicante-Terminal, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Barcelona to Alicante is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Barcelona to Alicante including taking a coach, train or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Alicante

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The major train station for departures in Barcelona is Barcelona Sants. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barcelona Sants for your trip from Barcelona to Alicante.
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  • Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
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  • Metro lines: L3, L5
  • Bus lines: A1, A2
  • Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
The major train station for arrivals in Alicante is Alicante-Terminal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alicante-Terminal for your journey to Alicante from Barcelona.
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  • Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00
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  • Bus lines: C1, C6, 06, 09
  • Train lines: L1, L2, C1, C3

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