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Alicante to Madrid Train Schedule
Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Alicante to Madrid. The train trip from Alicante to Madrid is usually about 2 hours and 25 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 223 mi (360 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 25m |
| Lowest price | PLN 81.29 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Iryo |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Alicante to Madrid?
Iryo is the one and only train line which connects Alicante to Madrid. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iryo | 1 | 2h 26m | PLN 151.63 |
Iryo train tickets from Alicante to Madrid start from PLN 81, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Iryo schedules to Madrid. Iryo in Alicante leaves from Av. Salamanca 12 . And in Madrid trains arrive at Madrid Chamartin Train Station .
From Alicante to Madrid train travel on Iryo takes 2 hours and 26 minutes. If you are looking to get to Madrid faster, Iryo offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 25 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Madrid on a weekend there is typically one Iryo scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Alicante.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Alicante to Madrid
Trains from Alicante to Madrid are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Alicante at 11:00am and arrives in Madrid around 2 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Madrid with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Madrid to Alicante.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Alicante?
Main departure station: Av. Salamanca 12
There is one train station in Alicante.
All train stations in Alicante:
Av. Salamanca 12
Where is the train station in Madrid?
Main arrival station: Madrid Chamartin Train Station
Madrid has one train station.
All train stations in Madrid:
Madrid Chamartin Train Station
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