The cheapest and fastest trains from Santander to Alicante
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 8 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
634 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santander to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Alicante will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
Of the 7 trains that leave Santander for Alicante every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 634 km distance in an average of 8 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
04072+
051426:489h40Santander station16:28Alicante-Terminal£611One-way1 change
04072 · 040726:487h57Santander station14:45Alicante-Terminal£621One-way1 change
04072+
051526:4810h29Santander station17:17Alicante-Terminal£701One-way1 change
040726:487h57Santander station14:45Alicante-Terminal£1011One-way0 changes
04142+
0519213:588h22Santander station22:20Alicante-Terminal£1121One-way1 change
04142+
0538213:587h30Santander station21:28Alicante-Terminal£1211One-way1 change
040726:487h57Santander station14:45Alicante-Terminal£1011One-way0 changes
04072 · 040726:487h57Santander station14:45Alicante-Terminal£621One-way1 change
04142+
0519213:588h22Santander station22:20Alicante-Terminal£1121One-way1 change
04142 · 0414013:588h54Santander station22:52Alicante-Terminal£1161One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Santander to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santander to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, and a flight costs an average of £42.
Distance: 634 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£75 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price | £211 Average Price |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 6m Average total duration 11h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Santander to Alicante train times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Alicante trains for today, Wednesday 29 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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04072 | Delayed 6:48 Santander station | 7h57 | 12:45 12:45Alicante-Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
04072+ 05152 | Delayed 6:48 Santander station | 10h29 | 15:17 15:17Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
04072+ 05142 | Delayed 6:48 Santander station | 9h40 | 14:28 14:28Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
04072 · 04072 | Delayed 6:48 Santander station | 7h57 | 12:45 12:45Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
04142+ 05192 | Delayed 13:58 Santander station | 8h22 | 20:20 20:20Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
04142+ 05382 | On time 13:58 Santander station | 7h30 | 21:28 Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
04142 · 04140 | On time 13:58 Santander station | 8h54 | 22:52 Alicante-Terminal | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santander to Alicante
Trains from Santander to Alicante run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 634 km distance in 7h 57m.
Distance 634 km |
Average train duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 57m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 16:05 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Santander to Alicante trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Santander and Alicante from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Santander to Alicante train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander 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 Santander and Alicante
Most Santander to Alicante trains use the Santander to Alicante-Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Santander and Alicante train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Santander station do trains to Alicante leave from?
Santander train station facilities and services
Santander has practical services for this route, including 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 and drink options are available at Santander.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Santander.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santander. Information desks are available at Santander.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santander: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santander.
Which Alicante station do trains from Santander arrive at?
Getting to Alicante-Terminal from Alicante city centre
Alicante-Terminal is 1 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
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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