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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Gijón among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £82 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £82, while a flight costs an average of £359.
Distance: 722 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£89 Average Price | £359 Average Price | £82 Average Price Cheapest | £175 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 21m Average total duration 11h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 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 |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Alicante to Gijón, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Gijón:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Gijón costing on average £89.
A coach is £278 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Gijón costing on average £359.
Other travel options to Gijón take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 54m.
Coach takes on average 12h 21m.
The journey is about 38m faster (7h 24m by train vs 8h 2m by car) and roughly £87 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£89 vs £175). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Gijón from Alicante by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Alicante to Gijón is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Gijón are Oviedo, Avilés, Villaviciosa, Pola de Siero and Mieres del Camino. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Gijón on Omio.
Oviedo, the capital of Asturias, is known for its tidy old town, cider culture and pre-Romanesque heritage. Elegant squares, pedestrian streets and a strong food scene give it a calm, cultured feel.
Avilés is an Asturian port city known for its medieval old town and the modern Centro Niemeyer by the estuary. Its arcaded streets, industrial past and local rhythm give it a grounded northern Spanish character.
Villaviciosa is an Asturian town known for its cider tradition, historic streets and relaxed rural atmosphere. Near the Ría de Villaviciosa and the coast, it blends apple-growing heritage with easy access to beaches and nature.
Pola de Siero is a lively Asturian market town and the administrative centre of Siero. It is known for its commercial character, active local life and position between Oviedo and Gijón.
Mieres del Camino is an Asturian town known for its coal-mining past and strong industrial identity. Its compact centre, sidrerías and valley setting give it a grounded local character.
Travel to Gijón easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Alicante to Gijón.
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Gijón:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Gijón costing on average £89.
A coach is £278 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Gijón costing on average £359.
Other travel options to Gijón take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 54m.
Coach takes on average 12h 21m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alicante and Gijón as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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