The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Alicante
Cheapest price
£282
Average price
£282
Fastest journey
2 d 14 h 38 m
Average duration
2 d 14 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1879 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Alicante will cost around £282 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £282.
To travel from Budapest to Alicante you need to make at least 4 changes.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £284.
Distance: 1879 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£343 Average Price | £136 Average Price Cheapest | £181 Average Price |
51h 30m Average total duration 51h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 38h 42m Average total duration 38h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Budapest to Alicante train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Alicante trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:55 Budapest | 47h45 | 15:40 Alicante | 5 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Alicante
Trains from Budapest to Alicante run on average 1 times per day, taking around 51h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £284 but you can travel from only £40 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:55, the last at 15:55. The fastest train covers the 1879 km distance in 35h 38m.
Distance 1879 km |
Average train duration 51h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £284 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 35h 38m |
First train 06:55 |
Last train 15:55 |
Train companies: Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet from Budapest to Alicante trainsHungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Budapest and Alicante from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Railjet
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Budapest to Alicante train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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.

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