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Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante
Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection and a historic building in the old town.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nîmes to Alicante
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£72
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£119
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
10 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
14 h 7 m
Trains on 13 Oct
3
Distance
732 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nîmes to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nîmes to Alicante will cost around £119 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
Fast trains
To travel from Nîmes to Alicante you need to make at least one change.
9:0112h32Nîmes21:33Alicante£721One-way1 change
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10:3610h57Nîmes21:33Alicante£1531One-way2 changes
- 10:3610h57Nîmes21:33Alicante£1531One-way2 changes
- 9:0112h32Nîmes21:33Alicante£721One-way1 change
- 17:4618h53Nîmes12:39Alicante£1321One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nîmes to Alicante
France
Spain
Trains from Nîmes to Alicante run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 12:57. The fastest train covers the 732 km distance in 8h 49m.
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
Coach from £4
Distance 732 km |
Average train duration 9h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 49m |
First train 6:27 |
Last train 12:57 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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
Coach from £4
Live departures
Nîmes to Alicante train times
The table below shows live departures for Nîmes to Alicante trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:46 Nîmes | 18h53 | 12:39 Alicante | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
| 9:01 Nîmes | 12h32 | 21:33 Alicante | 1 change | |
| 10:36 Nîmes | 10h57 | 21:33 Alicante | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Renfe EUROMED
About
Renfe Euromed is Spanish railway company Renfe's high-speed rail service along the beautiful Spanish Mediterranean coast. Running since 1997, Renfe Euromed trains run between Barcelona, Tarragona, Castellón de la Plana, Valencia and Alicante in the Catalonia and Valencia autonomous communities. The most popuar routes connect Barcelona to Valencia in under three hours and Barcelona to Alicante in just over four hours.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe EUROMED Duration
8h 49m
Cheapest Renfe EUROMED Price
£37
Renfe EUROMED frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
1 suitcase and 1 hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. Mobile bar service also available
Seat reservation
Seat reservation is mandatory and included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available. Staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free. Dogs must be muzzled and require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Alicante
Things to do in Alicante
Discover the best of Alicante — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alicante trip today.
- Must visit
MARQ Museo Arqueológico de Alicante
Archaeological museum with well-presented exhibits from prehistory to the modern era, suitable for first-time visitors.
- Recommended
Museo de Hogueras
Museum devoted to Alicante’s Bonfires festival, with satirical figures and displays explaining a key local tradition.
- Must visit
Explanada de España
Palm-lined seafront promenade with patterned paving, harbour views and easy access to the old town and marina.
- Must visit
Barrio de Santa Cruz
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, stairways and whitewashed houses climbing below the castle, ideal for slow walks and photos.
- Recommended
Playa del Postiguet
Urban beach and promenade beside the centre, popular for swimming, strolling and postcard views of the castle above.
- Gluten-free
Arroz con costra
Alicante’s signature rice dish, cooked with rabbit, chicken and snails over vine cuttings. It is prized for its smoky flavour and festival roots.
- Gluten-free
Arroz a banda
Dry rice cooked in fish stock with cuttlefish, prawns and monkfish, often finished with aioli. A classic coastal dish across Alicante province.
- Gluten-free
Arroz con bacalao y coliflor
Creamy rice with salt cod and cauliflower, especially linked to Lent and home cooking in Alicante. Simple ingredients give it a deeply local character.
Monastrell
Contemporary fine dining focused on tasting menus and seasonal Mediterranean cooking in an intimate setting in central Alicante.
La Taberna del Gourmet
Well-known central restaurant for refined Alicante rice dishes and seafood in a polished, modern setting near the marina.
Nou Manolín
Popular casual spot in the old town serving tapas, montaditos and local specialities in a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Spain’s coast: hotels rise in summer, but dining, local transport and casual drinks stay reasonable for most tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple set meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafés; taxi fares are usually rounded up.
Alicante Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 1,45 €
- Day pass
- null
To the city centre
Alicante-Terminal -> Alicante-Terminal
- Distance
- 0 km
- Travel time
- 0 min
- Bus C-6 links Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport with central Alicante and connects with TRAM at Luceros and Alfonso X El Sabio.
- Contactless bank card payment is available on Alicante urban buses; check fare options in the official Alicante Bus app before travel.
FAQs: Nîmes to Alicante train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nîmes 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Nîmes to Alicante can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £37, while the average price tends to be around £54.
The train journey from Nîmes to Alicante covers a distance of 732 km and takes approximately 8h 49m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Nîmes to Alicante is 732 km.
The first train from Nîmes to Alicante leaves at 6:27.
The last train from Nîmes to Alicante departs at 12:57.
Trains from Nîmes to Alicante run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Nîmes to Alicante.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nîmes to Alicante.
There is no night train service from Nîmes to Alicante.
The train station in Nîmes that goes to Alicante is Nîmes station, and it arrives at Alicante-Terminal.
Booking trains from Nîmes 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 Nîmes to Alicante offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of southern France and the Mediterranean coastline of Spain, providing passengers with a visually appealing experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Nîmes to Alicante.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nîmes and Alicante
Most Nîmes to Alicante trains use the Nîmes to Alicante-Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Nîmes and Alicante train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Nîmes
Arrival train stations in Alicante
Which Nîmes station do trains to Alicante leave from?
Trains from Nîmes to Alicante leave from Nîmes. The station is 1 km from Nîmes city centre at 1 Boulevard Sergent Triaire, 30000 Nîmes, France.
Nîmes1 Boulevard Sergent Triaire, 30000 Nîmes, France+33 892 35 35 35
City-centre transport
Getting to Nîmes from Nîmes city centre
Nîmes is 1 km from Nîmes city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus7, 9, 10, 14 · 4m · £2 · every ~11 min
Nîmes train station facilities and services
Nîmes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Cheval Blanc, Restaurant La Table du 2
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nîmes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Nîmes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nîmes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nîmes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nîmes: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Empire, Hôtel de L'Amphithéâtre, Hôtel Marquis de la Baume.
Which Alicante station do trains from Nîmes arrive at?
Trains from Nîmes to Alicante arrive at Alicante-Terminal. Alicante-Terminal is 1 km from Alicante city centre.
Alicante-TerminalAvda. Salamanca, 1, 03005 Alicante, Spain+34 912320320
City-centre transport
Getting to Alicante-Terminal from Alicante city centre
Alicante-Terminal is 1 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
BusTuri, 06 · 10m · £9 · every ~18 min
Alicante-Terminal train station facilities and services
Alicante-Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafestore, Candy & go, Gambrinus, Máquinas Vending, Upper Crust
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. . ATMs are aTM machine is in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00. Information desks are look for the "i" symbol.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is offered through an independent company. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alicante-Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Alicante-Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante-Terminal: Adapted for deaf persons.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Eurostar Centrum Alicante, Old Town Alicante B&B, Casa Alberola Alicante, Curio Collection by Hilton.
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