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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Alicante
Cheapest price
£506
Average price
£507
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 13 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1476 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Alicante will cost around £507 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £506.
To travel from Cardiff to Alicante you need to make at least 6 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cardiff to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £512.
Distance: 1476 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£514 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest | £129 Average Price |
30h 29m Average total duration 29h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 46h 46m Average total duration 46h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Alicante train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Alicante trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:18 Cardiff | 28h15 | 21:33 Alicante | 7 changes | |
| 17:18 Cardiff | 28h15 | 21:33 Alicante | 6 changes | |
| 20:22 Cardiff | 40h16 | 12:38 Alicante | 7 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Alicante
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Trains from Cardiff to Alicante run on average 4 times per day, taking around 29h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £512 but you can travel from only £36 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 05:55. The fastest train covers the 1476 km distance in 28h 13m.
Distance 1476 km |
Average train duration 29h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £512 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 28h 13m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 05:55 |
Train companies: first_great_western from Cardiff to Alicante trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Alicante from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Alicante train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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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