The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Alicante
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£116
Fastest journey
6 h 12 m
Average duration
8 h 56 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
407 km
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.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Alicante will cost around £116 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
To travel from Barcelona to Alicante you need to make at least one change.
06470 · 06504
06470 · 06944
06080 · 06164
06010 · 06164
06090 · 06164
06470 · 06504
06110 · 06164
06010 · 06164
06470 · 06944
06090 · 06164Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £34.
Distance: 407 km
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£84 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £103 Average Price |
5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Barcelona to Alicante train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Alicante trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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06470 · 06504 | On time 05:25 Barcelona Sants | 6h12 | 11:37 Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
06470 · 06944 | On time 05:25 Barcelona Sants | 10h19 | 15:44 Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
06080 · 06164 | On time 06:50 Barcelona Sants | 11h20 | 18:10 Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
06090 · 06164 | On time 07:45 Barcelona Sants | 10h25 | 18:10 Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
06010 · 06164 | On time 08:50 Barcelona Sants | 9h20 | 18:10 Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
06110 · 06164 | On time 09:45 Barcelona Sants | 8h25 | 18:10 Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Alicante
Trains from Barcelona to Alicante run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 407 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 407 km |
Average train duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 21:07 |
Train companies: Renfe EUROMED, Renfe Intercity, iryo, Ouigo, Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona to Alicante trainsRenfe EUROMED, Renfe Intercity, iryo, Ouigo, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona and Alicante from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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

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.
FAQs: Barcelona to Alicante train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Alicante
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00
- Free WiFi.
- Offered through an independent company.
- Cafestore
- Candy & go
- Gambrinus
- Máquinas Vending
- Upper Crust
- Adapted for deaf persons.
- Eurostar Centrum Alicante
- Old Town Alicante B&B
- Casa Alberola Alicante, Curio Collection by Hilton
- Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00
- Look for the "i" symbol.
- Bus lines: C1, C6, 06, 09
- Train lines: L1, L2, C1, C3
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