The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Alicante
Cheapest price
£210
Average price
£210
Fastest journey
1 d 17 h 5 m
Average duration
1 d 17 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Alicante will cost around £210 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £210.
To travel from Basel to Alicante you need to make at least 3 changes.
19:3441h05Basel12:39Alicante£2101One-way3 changes
19:3441h05Basel12:39Alicante£2101One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £45.
Distance: 1215 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£210 Average Price | £217 Average Price | £107 Average Price Cheapest |
42h 57m Average total duration 42h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 9m Average total duration 26h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.6 - 7.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Alicante train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Alicante trains for tomorrow, Friday 27 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:34 Basel | 41h05 | 12:39 Alicante | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Alicante
Trains from Basel to Alicante run on average 1 times per day, taking around 42h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £210 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 13:55. The fastest train covers the 1215 km distance in 41h 5m.
Distance 1215 km |
Average train duration 42h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £210 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 41h 5m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 13:55 |
Train companies: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Alicante trainsSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Alicante from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Basel to Alicante train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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 Basel and Alicante
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
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