The cheapest and fastest trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
9 h 54 m
Average duration
11 h 46 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
566 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
To travel from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante you need to make at least one change.
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051784:5514h39Donostia-San Sebastián19:34Alicante-Terminal£461One-way1 change
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051624:5513h39Donostia-San Sebastián18:34Alicante-Terminal£561One-way1 change
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051424:5511h33Donostia-San Sebastián16:28Alicante-Terminal£561One-way1 change
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051788:4010h54Donostia-San Sebastián19:34Alicante-Terminal£851One-way1 change
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053828:4012h48Donostia-San Sebastián21:28Alicante-Terminal£871One-way1 change
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051628:409h54Donostia-San Sebastián18:34Alicante-Terminal£951One-way1 change
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051788:4010h54Donostia-San Sebastián19:34Alicante-Terminal£851One-way1 change
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051424:5511h33Donostia-San Sebastián16:28Alicante-Terminal£561One-way1 change
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053828:4012h48Donostia-San Sebastián21:28Alicante-Terminal£871One-way1 change
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051624:5513h39Donostia-San Sebastián18:34Alicante-Terminal£561One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. 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 train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a flight costs an average of £14.
Distance: 566 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£75 Average Price | £67 Average Price Cheapest | £158 Average Price |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 46m Average total duration 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante train times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante trains for today, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
04166+ 04140 | On time 14:10 Donostia-San Sebastián | 8h42 | 22:52 Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
| Monday 18 May | |||||
04056+ 05142 | 4:55 Donostia-San Sebastián | 11h33 | 16:28 Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
04056+ 05162 | 4:55 Donostia-San Sebastián | 13h39 | 18:34 Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
04056+ 05178 | 4:55 Donostia-San Sebastián | 14h39 | 19:34 Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante
Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £14 by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 14:35. The fastest train covers the 566 km distance in 7h 48m.
Distance 566 km |
Average train duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 48m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 14:35 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante trainsRenfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Donostia-San Sebastian and Alicante from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Donostia-San Sebastian to Alicante train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Alicante
- Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00
- Free WiFi.
- Offered through an independent company.
- Cafestore
- Candy & go
- Gambrinus
- Máquinas Vending
- Upper Crust
- Adapted for deaf persons.
- Eurostar Centrum Alicante
- Old Town Alicante B&B
- Casa Alberola Alicante, Curio Collection by Hilton
- Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00
- Look for the "i" symbol.
- Bus lines: C1, C6, 06, 09
- Train lines: L1, L2, C1, C3
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