Hamburg to Alicante train with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Alicante

Showing times and prices for 19 Jun

Cheapest price

£460

Average price

£462

Fastest journey

1 d 7 h 48 m

Average duration

1 d 8 h 52 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

1873 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Hamburg to Alicante will cost around £462 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £460.

Fast trains

To travel from Hamburg to Alicante you need to make at least 4 changes.

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    5:4533h55
    Hamburg
    15:40Alicante
    £4601One-way
    4 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    13:4531h48
    Hamburg
    21:33Alicante
    £4601One-way
    4 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    13:4531h48
    Hamburg
    21:33Alicante
    £4631One-way
    5 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    5:4533h55
    Hamburg
    15:40Alicante
    £4651One-way
    5 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Hamburg to Alicante

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £100. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.9 - 4.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £100, and a train costs an average of £460.

Distance: 1873 km

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Train
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Flight
Coach

£463

Average Price

£211

Average Price

£197

Average Price

Cheapest

34h 37m

Average total duration

34h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 41m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

37h 22m

Average total duration

36h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

-

CO2 emissions

5.6 - 11.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.9 - 4.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Live departures

Hamburg to Alicante train times

The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Alicante trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5:45 Hamburg
33h55
15:40 Alicante5 changes
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)5:45 Hamburg
33h55
15:40 Alicante4 changes
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13:45 Hamburg
31h48
21:33 Alicante5 changes
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13:45 Hamburg
31h48
21:33 Alicante4 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamburg to Alicante

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Trains from Hamburg to Alicante run on average 3 times per day, taking around 34h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £460 but you can travel from only £93 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 08:42, the last at 18:50. The fastest train covers the 1873 km distance in 31h 48m.

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 £93
Distance
1873 km
Average train duration
34h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£460
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
31h 48m
First train
8:42
Last train
18:50
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
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 £93

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hamburg to Alicante trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hamburg and Alicante from £93. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
31h 48m
Cheapest Price
£460
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Hamburg to Alicante train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Hamburg to Alicante can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £460, while the average price tends to be around £463.
The train journey from Hamburg to Alicante covers a distance of 1873 km and takes approximately 31h 48m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Hamburg to Alicante is 1873 km.
The first train from Hamburg to Alicante leaves at 8:42.
The last train from Hamburg to Alicante departs at 18:50.
Trains from Hamburg to Alicante run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hamburg to Alicante.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hamburg to Alicante.
To get from Hamburg to Alicante, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Hamburg to Alicante.
The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Alicante is by flight, costing approximately £93.
Booking trains from Hamburg to Alicante in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hamburg to Alicante offers diverse scenery, transitioning from the urban landscapes of Germany through the picturesque countryside of France, and eventually reaching the coastal vistas of Spain, providing travellers with a visually engaging experience.
A day trip from Hamburg to Alicante is not feasible as the journey duration is 31h 48m and exceeds 120. There are 3 trips per day available for trains over a distance of 1873 km.
In Alicante, you can enjoy Postiguet Beach for sunbathing and swimming, take a day trip to Tabarca Island for snorkelling and exploration, and visit the bustling Alicante Central Market for local delicacies. Explore the impressive Canelobre Caves and take a scenic boat tour along the Costa Blanca coastline. Among the best sights are Santa Bárbara Castle, offering panoramic city and sea views, the picturesque Explanada de España promenade, the Alicante Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Basilica of Santa Maria. For hiking and stunning city views, head to Mount Benacantil.
Three to four days in Alicante is usually enough to explore its beaches, historical sites, and local cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamburg to Alicante.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Alicante

Hamburg
Alicante
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
  • Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station
Lockers
Lockers
  • The station has luggage lockers
Dining
Dining
  • Le Crobag
  • Burger King
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Havin Grill
  • KFC
  • Mr. CLOU
  • Starbucks
  • dean&david
  • SPAR Express
  • Pommesfreunde
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
Hotel
Hotel
  • Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
  • IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
  • Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
  • Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Dining
Dining
  • Café Bom Dia
  • Hünkar
  • Yoko Sushi Harburg
  • Mathewes Grill
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Panorama
  • Hotel Harburger Hof
  • Hotel Jeta
  • Hotel Süderelbe
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
  • Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
  • Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
  • Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
  • Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
15 km
Dining
Dining
  • Casa Vecchia
  • Burger Lounge
  • Il mío
  • Olivo
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sachsentor
  • Hotel Hanseat

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