What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Alicante (Region)?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Alicante (Region) is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 6h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Alicante (Region)?

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Alicante (Region) is to fly which takes 3h and costs €90 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Alicante (Region)?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Alicante (Region). However, there are services departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Jijona via Federico Soto 20 and Mutxamel - Alicante 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Alicante (Region)?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Alicante (Region). However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at Alacant/Alicante Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Madrid to Alicante (Region)?

The distance between Madrid and Alicante (Region) is 522 km. The road distance is 413.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Alicante (Region) without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs €80 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Madrid to Alicante (Region)?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Madrid to Alicante (Region), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Alicante (Region) bus from?

Madrid to Alicante (Region) bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Alicante (Region) train from?

Madrid to Alicante (Region) train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train, bus or fly from Madrid to Alicante (Region)?

The best way to get from Madrid to Alicante (Region) is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs €80 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 6h 53m, you could also fly, which costs €90 - €200 and takes 3h.

Where does the Madrid to Alicante (Region) bus arrive?

Madrid to Alicante (Region) bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant station.

Where does the Madrid to Alicante (Region) train arrive?

Madrid to Alicante (Region) train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Alicante (Region)?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Alicante (Region) is 413 km. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Madrid to Alicante (Region).

Where can I stay near Alicante (Region)?

There are 4376+ hotels available in Alicante (Region).

Madrid to Alicante (Region) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain Ave
3h 4m
€80–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacantbus ALSA - S-Mad-Bnd / ...
6h 53m
€38–59
Drive 413.5 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Alicante (Region)car 413.5 km
4h 23m
€68–98
Fly
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane MAD - ALC
3h
€93–191

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) flights

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1h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 521.7 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Alicante (Region), Spain?

Renfe AVE operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Alacant/Alicante Terminal hourly. Tickets cost €70–130 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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