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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Alicante
Cheapest price
£361
Average price
£363
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 35 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1464 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Alicante will cost around £363 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £361.
To travel from London to Alicante you need to make at least 3 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.5 - 3.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £366.
Distance: 1464 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£367 Average Price | £75 Average Price Cheapest | £207 Average Price |
26h 48m Average total duration 26h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 29m Average total duration 31h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 4.4 - 8.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Alicante train times
The table below shows live departures for London 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:31 London | 26h07 | 12:38 Alicante | 4 changes | |
| 10:31 London | 26h07 | 12:38 Alicante | 3 changes | |
| 20:31 London | 25h02 | 21:33 Alicante | 4 changes | |
| 20:31 London | 25h02 | 21:33 Alicante | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Alicante
United Kingdom
Spain
Trains from London to Alicante run on average 3 times per day, taking around 26h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £366 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:45, the last at 13:35. The fastest train covers the 1464 km distance in 25h 2m.
Distance 1464 km |
Average train duration 26h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £366 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 25h 2m |
First train 07:45 |
Last train 13:35 |
Train companies: Eurostar from London to Alicante trainsEurostar trains will get you between London and Alicante from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Eurostar
Trains from London to Alicante
Train travel from London to Alicante can be completed with as little as two changes and in approximately 15-20 hours. The journey begins at London St Pancras International in north-central London, where passengers can board a Eurostar train to Paris. Trains arrive at Paris Nord and passengers will then need to transfer via the Metro to Paris Gare de Lyon to board a TGV train to Barcelona. At Barcelona, passengers change for the last time to board a Spanish train from operators Talgo or Euromed to reach the resort town of Alicante.
FAQs: London to Alicante train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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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