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Alicante to Barcelona-Sants train timetable

Thinking of traveling from Alicante to Barcelona-Sants? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just 358,16 DKK, with the average price for this route being around 1 495,51 DKK. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
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09:15
5 tuntia 55 minuuttia, Direct
Alicante-Terminal
15:10
Barcelona-Sants
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14:40
6 tuntia 37 minuuttia, Changes required
Alicante-Terminal
21:17
Barcelona-Sants
RENFE
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16:37
5 tuntia 47 minuuttia, Direct
Alicante-Terminal
22:24
Barcelona-Sants
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17:05
6 tuntia 40 minuuttia, Direct
Alicante-Terminal
23:45
Paris
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Alicante to Barcelona-Sants Train Route Details

The Alicante to Barcelona-Sants train ticket is typically from 358,16 DKK. The average travel time is 5 tuntia 47 minuuttia, covering a distance of approximately 423 km. There are usually 4 daily trains provided by RENFE. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
09:15
Last train
Last train
17:05
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
5 tuntia 47 minuuttia
Distance
Distance
423 km
Price
Price
From 358,16 DKK
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Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.

Spanish train offers

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers travel discounts of 8% for groups of four to nine people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can also receive up to a 50% discount. For groups of more than 25 people, you can submit a quote to see if it will be accepted. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers 40% off ticket fares for children under 14. Children are able to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and to make changes or refunds based on the ticket type chosen, although this may incur a fee. Children under four years old travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat and must sit on the lap of an adult passenger. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, the age limit for free travel without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25 with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. The card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. With this scheme, you can enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE International trains, or a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: during weekdays, you can get a 25% discount, while on weekends, you can receive a 40% discount. Note that all services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets. The same applies to whether changes and refunds are allowed.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe provides discounts for large families in Spain, offering 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE (high-speed) and Larga Distancia (long-distance) trains. However, these discounts do not apply to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. For single-parent families, discounts are valid only on Rodalies trains in Catalonia when using the relevant certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Onboard Renfe trains from Alicante to Barcelona-Sants

Renfe trains, particularly AVE models, offer four service categories based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Alicante to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Alicante to Barcelona-Sants, listed by price from lowest to highest: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type offers different levels of refund and change services.

Alicante to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

Básico

For the most budget-friendly option on AVE trains, choose Básico, though it does not permit refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

On AVE trains, the Elige Estándar fare costs slightly more than the Básico fare. This ticket type allows for 70% refunds, one free ticket change and includes many extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort, which is marginally more expensive than Elige Estándar, features wider seats and allows for refunds and changes.

Prémium

The Prémium fare is the most costly, offering the benefit of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    Book in advance

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  • Buy a return ticket

    Buy a return ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

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    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

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