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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 Porto to Alicante
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Sept
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£103
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£109
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
12 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
16 h 54 m
Trains on 03 Sept
2
Distance
761 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Porto to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Alicante will cost around £109 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £103.
Fast trains
To travel from Porto to Alicante you need to make at least 3 changes.
19:1021h34Porto16:44Alicante£1031One-way3 changes- 8:1012h13Porto20:23Alicante£1161One-way3 changes
- 8:1012h13Porto20:23Alicante£1161One-way3 changes
- 19:1021h34Porto16:44Alicante£1031One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Porto to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Porto to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £53 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, while a train costs an average of £109.
Distance: 761 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£109 Average Price | £96 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest | £165 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 25m Average total duration 16h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Porto to Alicante is a coach with an average price of £53.
This is compared to other travel options from Porto to Alicante:
A coach is £43 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto to Alicante costing on average £96.
A coach is £56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Alicante costing on average £109.
The fastest way to travel from Porto to Alicante is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 45m.
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 5m.
Coach takes on average 16h 55m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Porto and Alicante including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £109 compared to roughly £165 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £56. The journey takes 9h 5m versus 9h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with AVE.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Porto to Alicante train times
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Alicante trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:10 Porto | 12h13 | 20:23 Alicante | 3 changes | |
| 19:10 Porto | 21h34 | 16:44 Alicante | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Porto to Alicante
Portugal
Spain
Trains from Porto to Alicante run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £103 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 09:00. The fastest train covers the 761 km distance in 12h 13m.
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 £17
Distance 761 km |
Average train duration 9h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £103 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 12h 13m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 9:00 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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 £17
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
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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: Porto to Alicante train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto 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 Porto to Alicante can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £103, while the average price tends to be around £109.
The train journey from Porto to Alicante covers a distance of 761 km and takes approximately 12h 13m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Porto to Alicante is 761 km.
The first train from Porto to Alicante leaves at 0:30.
The last train from Porto to Alicante departs at 9:00.
Trains from Porto to Alicante run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Porto to Alicante.
Yes, there is a direct train between Porto and Alicante. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by AVE.
To get from Porto to Alicante, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Porto to Alicante.
The train station in Porto that goes to Alicante is Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, and it arrives at Alicante-Terminal.
The cheapest way to get from Porto to Alicante is by flight, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Porto 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 Porto to Alicante offers a mix of urban and natural scenery, with views of picturesque Portuguese and Spanish landscapes, including rolling hills and coastal vistas. However, the route is not as renowned for its scenic beauty compared to other European train journeys.
A day trip from Porto to Alicante is not feasible as the journey takes 12h 13m and the frequency is 2 per day for trains, covering a distance of 761 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 Porto to Alicante.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Porto and Alicante
Most Porto to Alicante trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Alicante-Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Porto and Alicante train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Porto
Arrival train stations in Alicante
Which Alicante station do trains from Porto arrive at?
Trains from Porto 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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