Trains from Alicante to Barcelona

  • Lowest price from €35.74
  • Average duration 5h 32m
  • Connections per day 9
  • Distance 407 km
  • CO₂ per person 6 kg

train from Alicante to Barcelona

The journey from Alicante to Barcelona is about 407 km. On average a train trip takes 5h 32m with 9 connections per day.

Lowest price €35.74
Trip duration 5h 32m
Connections per day 9
Lowest price €35.74
Highest price €50.89
First departure 06:55 AM
Last departure 04:37 PM
Distance 407 km
Departure Alicante
Arrival Barcelona
Travel operator Renfe EUROMED, Renfe Viajeros
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How can I find the cheapest train tickets to get from Alicante to Barcelona?

The cheapest train tickets from Alicante to Barcelona cost €35.74. On average, you can expect to spend around €44.82 for your train ticket. Virail will help you find a journey that fits your budget. You can expect prices to vary between different travel providers and methods of transport; often, faster journeys will cost more than slower routes. If your travel dates are flexible, you might be able to find cheaper train tickets, as prices may fluctuate a little from day to day. You may also find lower prices by booking at certain times of day, avoiding rush hour traffic. Another tip for travelers on a tight budget is to look for connecting journeys. Sometimes it can be cheaper to make a change or two along the way, rather than traveling on a direct route from Alicante to Barcelona.
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Prices will vary when you travel from Alicante to Barcelona. On average, though, you'll pay about €44.82 for a train ticket. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper train tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest train tickets.

How long is the journey from Alicante to Barcelona by train?

Traveling from Alicante to Barcelona by train will usually take 5h 32m. This journey covers a distance of 407 km . When planning your trip, bear in mind that 5h 32m is an average, and route times may vary from day to day. Weather conditions, issues with transport, unexpected diversions, and local events could all cause delays to your journey. Please keep the possibility of these exceptional events in mind when making travel plans. In order to get from Alicante to Barcelona faster, consider looking for an express service that makes fewer stops along the way. Conversely, a connecting route may, in some circumstances, be faster than a direct journey. The fastest routes between Alicante and Barcelona will complete the journey in 5h 25m. On average, it will take you about 5h 32m to travel the 407 km between Alicante and Barcelona.

When do departures from Alicante to Barcelona leave?

The first daily departure from Alicante to Barcelona leaves at 06:55 AM, while the last journey of the day sets out at 04:37 PM. These are according to the standard schedules for the route between Alicante and Barcelona. However, different providers' timetables can vary from day to day or month to month, so these particular departures may not be available every day. Some providers may change their schedules on public holidays and weekends, or during the summer months. Check your travel dates when making your booking. If you prefer to travel at night, you will usually find the first departure from Alicante to Barcelona leaving at 06:55 AM. Although things may change depending on the day, in general the last departure of the night leaves at 04:37 PM.If you have some flexibility over the day on which you travel, you might find more options available to you. For example, some providers may only run early morning routes on weekdays, when people are traveling to work. You will often find fewer options available on weekends or public holidays.

Which stations can I use to travel from Alicante to Barcelona?

Depending on the type of transport, and the provider you decide to use for your journey, you will be able to depart Alicante from the following stations: . Arriving at Barcelona, your route will pass through all or some of the following stations: . Not all transport providers serve every station, so check in advance to see exactly where your route takes you. You may need to use another form of transport to get from one station to another or to your final destination when you arrive in Barcelona.

How many journeys from Alicante to Barcelona are there every day?

The route from Alicante to Barcelona is served by providers including . From this list of transport providers, there are up to departures each day. However, this exact number will vary. On average, journeys depart from Alicante 9 times per day. This number includes all the transport providers that serve the route. When traveling from Alicante to Barcelona, you may choose to use an indirect route, involving connections. If you prefer not to do this, you will find an average of 8 direct journeys each day. However, indirect routes open up more possibilities for flexible travelers. On average, there are 1 journeys with one change or more each day. These numbers are all averages. They can slightly vary depending on the day of the week, the season of the year, local festivals, and other factors. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Alicante to Barcelona. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

Renfe EUROMED28.49 kg CO₂
13:30Alicante-Terminal
5h 19m
18:49BARCELONA SANTS
UAH 1,865.02 ≈ €36
direct
Renfe EUROMED28.49 kg CO₂
16:50Alicante-Terminal
5h 14m
22:04BARCELONA SANTS
UAH 2,176.25 ≈ €42
direct
Renfe INTERCITY28.49 kg CO₂
14:44Alicante-Terminal
6h 23m
21:07BARCELONA SANTS
UAH 2,320.25 ≈ €45
direct

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 28.49kg
bus 30.53kg
flight 81.4kg
carpool 65.12kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Alicante to Barcelona?

The train journey between Alicante and Barcelona emits 28.49kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Alicante and Barcelona?

Taking the train between Alicante and Barcelona saves 52.91kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 2.04kg compared to the bus and 36.63kg compared to the car.

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