What is the cheapest way to get from Alicante Airport to Madrid?

The cheapest way to get from Alicante Airport to Madrid is to bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alicante Airport to Madrid?

The fastest way to get from Alicante Airport to Madrid is to fly which takes 1h 37m and costs €35 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Alicante Airport and Madrid?

No, there is no direct bus from Alicante Airport to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Alicante Airport and arriving at Estación Sur de Autobuses via Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Alicante Airport and Madrid?

No, there is no direct train from Alicante Airport to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Alacant/Alicante Terminal and arriving at Madrid Chamartín via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Alicante Airport to Madrid?

The distance between Alicante Airport and Madrid is 368 km. The road distance is 421.1 km.

How do I travel from Alicante Airport to Madrid without a car?

The best way to get from Alicante Airport to Madrid without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €45 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Alicante Airport to Madrid?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Alicante Airport to Madrid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alicante Airport to Madrid bus from?

Alicante Airport to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant station.

Where do I catch the Alicante Airport to Madrid train from?

Alicante Airport to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Alicante Airport to Madrid?

The best way to get from Alicante Airport to Madrid is to fly which takes 1h 37m and costs €35 - €110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €150 and takes 3h 23m, you could also bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Alicante Airport to Madrid bus arrive?

Alicante Airport to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where does the Alicante Airport to Madrid train arrive?

Alicante Airport to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Alicante Airport to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Alicante Airport to Madrid is 421 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Alicante Airport to Madrid.

Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 7005+ hotels available in Madrid.

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There are 4 ways to get from Alicante Airport to Madrid by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane ALC - MAD
1h 37m
€38–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant to Estación Sur de Autobusesbus ALSA - S-Bnd-Mad / ...
5h 57m
€36–55
Train
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Madrid Chamartíntrain Ave
3h 23m
€46–145
Drive 421.1 km
1. Drive from Alicante Airport to Madridcar 421.1 km
4h 4m
€66–96

Alicante Airport to Madrid by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 368.4 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Alicante Airport, Spain and Madrid, Spain?

Iberia, Air Europa, and Ryanair fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Renfe AVE operates a train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Madrid Chamartín hourly. Tickets cost €75–140 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Three other operators also service this route.

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