What is the cheapest way to get from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares?

The cheapest way to get from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 5h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares?

The fastest way to get from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs €45 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Alicante and Alcalá de Henares?

No, there is no direct bus from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares. However, there are services departing from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant and arriving at Av.Lope De Figueroa-Pza.Juventud via Intercambiador De Avenida América. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Alicante and Alcalá de Henares?

No, there is no direct train from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares. However, there are services departing from Alacant/Alicante Terminal and arriving at Alcalá de Henares via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares?

The distance between Alicante and Alcalá de Henares is 529 km. The road distance is 407.2 km.

How do I travel from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares without a car?

The best way to get from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs €45 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alicante to Alcalá de Henares bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alicante to Alcalá de Henares train from?

Alicante to Alcalá de Henares train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Train or bus from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares?

The best way to get from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs €45 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Alicante to Alcalá de Henares bus arrive?

Alicante to Alcalá de Henares bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where does the Alicante to Alcalá de Henares train arrive?

Alicante to Alcalá de Henares train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares?

Yes, the driving distance between Alicante to Alcalá de Henares is 407 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares.

How do I get a train ticket from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares?

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Where can I stay near Alcalá de Henares?

There are 394+ hotels available in Alcalá de Henares.

Alicante to Alcalá de Henares - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Madrid Chamartíntrain Ave
3h 20m
€49–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant to Madrid, Avenida de Américabus Alsa
5h 57m
€38–59
Drive 407.2 km
1. Drive from Alicante to Alcalá de Henarescar 407.2 km
4h 17m
€64–93
Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport, train
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane ALC - MAD
2. Take the train from Fuente de la Mora to Alcalá de Henarestrain
3h 40m
€39–124
Train to Valencia Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Estació del Nordtrain
2. Fly from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane VLC - MAD
5h 30m
€60–144

Alicante to Alcalá de Henares by train

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Distance: 528.9 km
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Alicante, Spain and Alcalá de Henares, Spain?

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. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant to Madrid, Avenida de América once daily. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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How to get fromAlicante to Alcalá de Henaresby train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, plane, or train

There are 5 ways to get from Alicante to Alcalá de Henares by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, plane, or train

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Drive 407.2 km

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Train to Valencia Airport, fly