The average train between Barcelona and Alicante takes 5h 24m and the fastest train takes 5h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Barcelona to Alicante. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Barcelona and Alicante. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barcelona is at 6:15 PM which arrives into Alicante at 11:40 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barcelona station and arriving at Alicante station. Services depart 4 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 5h 24m.
Barcelona to Alicante train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.
Barcelona to Alicante train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.
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The distance between Barcelona and Alicante is 406.9 km. The road distance is 545 km.
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Barcelona-Sants to Alacant/Alicante Terminal every 3 hours. Tickets cost €65–110 and the journey takes 5h 25m.