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Madrid to Alicante Train Tickets

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E-TICKET
Madrid

Alicante
E-TICKET
Madrid

Alicante
One Way
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On your next tour of magnificent Spain, why not include a scenic trip from Madrid to Alicante by train on the itinerary? You’ll board a sleek, stylish AVE high-speed train operated by Renfe, the country’s top passenger rail service provider. As you coast along at speeds of up to 250km/h, relax and enjoy the ride in a nice, quiet, climate-controlled atmosphere. Simply choose the ticket fare and travel class that best suit your budget, and leave the rest to Renfe!

Located on Spain’s Costa Blanca coastline, the port city of Alicante is as energetic as it is magnetic. Here, you’ll find sun-soaked beaches, vast shopping malls, compelling museums and fun, family-oriented parks. Of particular interest, is the imposing Santa Bárbara Castle that sits atop Mount Benacantil in the city’s historic center. Also worthy of note, are the ancient San Nicolas Cathedral and palm-tree lined Explanada de España promenade.

Purchase your Renfe e-ticket right here, then simply print it out at home upon email delivery. With your ticket in hand, you’ll be all set to travel from Madrid to Alicante by train, seat reservation included!

Journey Details

Frequency

Trains depart every 1 to 2 hours on average, with between 8 and 11 non-stop departures daily

Travel time

2 hours and 16 minutes (fastest time)

Train stations

Madrid Puerta de Atocha and Alicante Terminal

Train features

Renfe AVE high-speed trains, reaching a maximum speed of 250km/h
Ticket Fares

Renfe E-ticket Promo Fare

The least expensive option, offers variable prices depending on time of booking and travel. Ticket exchanges or refunds are not permitted.

Renfe E-ticket Promo+ Fare

Slightly more expensive than the Promo fare, and also offering variable prices depending on time of booking and travel. Refunds are permitted up to 1 day before departure, where a cancellation fee applies.

Renfe E-Ticket Base Fare

No discounts. Prices may vary depending on time of booking and travel. Refunds are permitted up to 1 day before departure, where a cancellation fee applies.
Ticket Classes

Turista

Standard class with deluxe-comfort reclining seats and fold-down tables

Turista Plus

Upgraded “Turista” class with spacious, reclining seats.

Preferente

First class with deluxe reclining leather seats plus a la carte restaurant dining and bar service at your seat.
Ticket Discounts

Child discount

Children between the ages of 4 and 13 receive a discount off the base fare. Children under 4 years old who do not occupy a seat travel for free.

Youth discount

Youths under 26 years of age save up to 25% off the base fare. To be eligible for this discount, youth passengers must carry one of the following cards: a Carné Joven Euro<26 issued by autonomous regions in Spain and by the corresponding organizations in countries associated with the EYCA institution, a ISTC GO 25 Card issued by UNESCO or a Rail Plus Junior Card issued abroad.

Senior discount

Seniors over the age of 60 save up to 40% off the base fare from Monday to Thursday and 25% off from Friday to Sunday. To be eligible for this discount, senior passengers must carry a Dorada Card, which is valid for one year and can be requested at Renfe stations, ticket offices and travel agencies for 5,05 Euros (price subject to change).
Train Services

Turista & Turista Plus

  • Air conditioning
  • Cafeteria car selling light meals, snacks and drinks
  • Power socket, TV screen, and radio at every seat
  • Baby changing facilities and play areas

Preferente

  • Air conditioning
  • Cafeteria car selling light meals, snacks and drinks
  • Power socket, TV screen, and radio at every seat
  • Baby changing facilities and play areas
  • Access to AVE’s VIP lounge (with TV, newspapers, internet access)
  • Free parking (24h one-way ticket; 48h round-trip ticket)
  • Access to newspapers and magazines
  • Hot meals served at your seat (no extra charge)
  • Restaurant dining at your seat
  • Drinks served at your seat
Additional Details

Seat reservations

Your Renfe e-ticket includes travel in a specific seat.

E-ticket delivery

Receive your e-ticket as a PDF document, which you can print from home and is valid for travel from Madrid to Alicante by train.

Airport transfer

Get a free transfer ticket to the airport in Madrid from Puerta de Atocha train station with the purchase of your Renfe e-ticket. After arriving at the station, go to a Renfe ticket collection machine. Enter the 5-digit pass code called “CombinadoCercanias” located on the left upper corner of your PDF ticket to retrieve your free airport transfer ticket.

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