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Planning a trip from Alicante to Madrid? Trip.com offers Trenitalia and Italo tickets starting from just IDR 311,703, with the average price for this route around IDR 923,033! Find the best deals for the next 7 days in the table below, starting today.
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IDR 311,703
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IDR 514,593
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IDR 321,224
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Alicante to Madrid train timetable

Arranging travel from Alicante to Madrid? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from IDR 311,703, with the typical price for this route being about IDR 923,033. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
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08:35
2h 33m, Direct
Alicante-Terminal
11:08
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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09:40
2h 28m, Direct
Alicante-Terminal
12:08
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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10:26
2h 57m, Direct
Alicante-Terminal
13:23
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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11:36
2h 32m, Direct
Alicante-Terminal
14:08
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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12:45
2h 23m, Direct
Alicante-Terminal
15:08
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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15:26
2h 55m, Direct
Alicante-Terminal
18:21
Paris
RENFE
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Alicante to Madrid Train Route Details

Train tickets from Alicante to Madrid generally start at IDR 311,703. The journey typically takes around 2h 23m and covers a distance of approximately 218 miles. OUIGO_ESP, RENFE usually operates 14 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult our train route table.

First train
First train
05:50
Last train
Last train
20:00
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 23m
Distance
Distance
218 miles
Price
Price
From IDR 311,703
Train Operators
Train Operators
OUIGO_ESP, RENFE

Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Children Fare

For children aged 4 to 13, Renfe provides a 40% discount on ticket prices. These children can choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or request refunds according to the ticket type, which might incur a fee. Children under four travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. Note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, with an applicable fee.

Advance booking

Booking early can offer you discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the more you save. Trip.com has already highlighted the best prices, making your travel planning straightforward.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

For disabled passengers, Renfe offers up to 40% off. By spending €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the ticket type and may incur a fee.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Onboard Renfe trains from Alicante to Madrid

Renfe's AVE trains offer four service types based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers during their journey. Seating options include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

Each AVE train comes with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and baggage allowance of up to three bags. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or budget-conscious passengers, providing a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are designed for those who seek higher comfort, featuring wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Alicante to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Alicante to Madrid, listed by price from lowest to highest: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type offers different levels of refund and change services.

Alicante to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Básico

For the most budget-friendly option on AVE trains, choose Básico, though it does not permit refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

On AVE trains, the Elige Estándar fare costs slightly more than the Básico fare. This ticket type allows for 70% refunds, one free ticket change and includes many extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort, which is marginally more expensive than Elige Estándar, features wider seats and allows for refunds and changes.

Prémium

The Prémium fare is the most costly, offering the benefit of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60-90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • Buy a Return ticket

    Buy a Return ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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