Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Alicante-Terminal Train Tickets from $16.08

Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Alicante-Terminal Train Tickets from $16.08

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Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Alicante-Terminal Train Prices and Times

Considering a journey from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Alicante-Terminal? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets beginning at $16.08, with the average cost for this route around $68.85. We advise exploring split ticketing methods to get the best possible fares.
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11:00
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
13:30
Alicante-Terminal
2h 30m, Directrenfe
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14:25
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
16:52
Alicante-Terminal
2h 27m, Directrenfe
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17:17
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
21:28
Alicante-Terminal
4h 11m, Changes requiredrenfe
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19:40
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
22:56
Paris
3h 16m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Alicante-Terminal Train Route Details

The Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Alicante-Terminal train ticket is typically from $16.08. The average travel time is 2h 27m, covering a distance of approximately 223 miles. There are usually 4 daily trains provided by renfe. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
11:00
Last train
Last train
19:40
Departure station
Departure station
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
Arrival station
Arrival station
Alicante-Terminal
Journey time
Journey time
2h 27m
Distance
Distance
223 miles
Price
Price
From $16.08
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Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Children Fare

Children aged 4 to 13 receive a 40% discount on ticket fares with Renfe. They are entitled to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or get refunds based on the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not have a reserved seat. Note that, on Cercanías trains, the free travel age limit without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe provides young people aged 14 to 25 with up to 30% off train fares through the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card is valid for one year and cannot be transferred. It offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

For those aged over 60, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. Travelling on AVE and AVE international trains grants a 25% discount. On Avant trains, discounts are 25% on weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets match those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe offers discounted fares for large families in Spain, providing a 20% reduction for general category families and 50% for special category families on most services, including AVE and Larga Distancia trains. These discounts exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. Single-parent families can also access discounts on Rodalíes trains in Catalonia with a valid certificate from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled travellers can enjoy Renfe's discounts, offering up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is more substantial on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the type of ticket and may come with a fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Alicante-Terminal

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating types are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

All AVE trains have high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and can accommodate up to three bags. The Standard seats are designed for regular commuters or people on budget. You can enjoy a quiet time to rest, read, or work in a silent coach. Onboard dining options include a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort is designed for those who pursue a higher quality of travel, and offers more services, including wider seats and more legroom. With Prémium tickets, you can also enjoy the Premium Menu at your seat, as well as snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Alicante-Terminal Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Alicante-Terminal, sorted by price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different ticket prices may come with varying refund and change services.

Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Alicante-Terminal Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the cheapest fare on AVE trains. It is not refundable or changeable.

Elige Estándar

Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is slightly more expensive than the Básico fare. This ticket option opens the possibility of refunds (70% of original ticket price) and one change free of charge along with many additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is slightly more expensive than Elige Estándar. The main difference is that the seats are XL Confort, which are wider and offer more leg room.

Prémium

Prémium is the most expensive fare, offering unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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