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

The cheapest way to get from Alicante to Madrid is to rideshare which costs €16 - €29 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alicante to Madrid is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €45 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Alicante and Madrid?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Alicante and arriving at Estación Sur de Autobuses. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Alicante and Madrid?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Alacant/Alicante Terminal and arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Alicante to Madrid?

The distance between Alicante and Madrid is 498 km. The road distance is 419.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Alicante to Madrid without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €45 - €140.

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

The train from Alicante-Terminal to Madrid Chamartín takes 2h 33m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Alicante to Madrid bus from?

Alicante to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Alicante station.

Where do I catch the Alicante to Madrid train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Alicante to Madrid?

The best way to get from Alicante to Madrid is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €45 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 4h 40m, you could also fly, which costs €35 - €120 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Alicante to Madrid bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alicante to Madrid train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alicante to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Alicante to Madrid is 420 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Alicante to Madrid.

How do I get a train ticket from Alicante to Madrid?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Alicante to Madrid?

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Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 7054+ hotels available in Madrid.

Can I share a ride from Alicante to Madrid?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Alicante and Madrid. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Alicante to Madrid - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Alicante to Madrid by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, plane, rideshare, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Madrid Chamartíntrain Ave
2h 33m
€45–140
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Alicante to Madridrideshare 421.4 km
4h 55m
€16–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alicante to Estación Sur de Autobusesbus ALSA - S-Bnd-Mad / ...
4h 40m
€35–50
Drive 419.8 km
1. Drive from Alicante to Madridcar 419.8 km
4h 5m
€67–96
Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane ALC - MAD
2h 51m
€37–118
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
4h 50m
€58–132

Alicante to Madrid by train

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Distance: 497.7 km
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Alicante, Spain and Madrid, 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 Alicante to Estación Sur de Autobuses 4 times a day. Tickets cost €35–50 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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