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Tarragona to Alicante Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Tarragona to Alicante? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as NZD 92.66, with the average fare for this route being approximately NZD 207.28. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
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07:50
Camp De Tarragona
12:39
Alicante-Terminal
4h 49m, Directrenfe
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10:51
Camp De Tarragona
15:40
Alicante-Terminal
4h 49m, Directrenfe
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11:43
Camp De Tarragona
17:39
Alicante-Terminal
5h 56m, No directIntercit
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16:51
Camp De Tarragona
21:33
Alicante-Terminal
4h 42m, Directrenfe
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18:51
Camp De Tarragona
23:40
Paris
4h 49m, Directrenfe
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Tarragona to Alicante Train Route Details

Train tickets from Tarragona to Alicante generally start at NZD 92.66. The journey typically takes around 4h 42m and covers a distance of approximately 358 km. Intercit, renfe usually operates 5 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult our train route table.

First train
First train
07:50
Last train
Last train
18:51
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
4h 42m
Distance
Distance
358 km
Price
Price
From NZD 92.66
Train Operators
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Intercit, renfe

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 Young Persons Fare

With the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25. This card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. Enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Advance booking

By booking in advance, you can benefit from discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes can be reserved up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the lower the price. Trip.com highlights the cheapest prices, simplifying your travel planning.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

With the Tarjeta Dorada, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. 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: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the rules for changes and refunds.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled passengers can benefit from Renfe's discounts, with savings of up to 40%. For just €6, you can get a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is greater during weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets are subject to the type of ticket and may incur a fee.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children are allowed to select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or request refunds based on the ticket type, which may involve a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Onboard Renfe trains from Tarragona to Alicante

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating types are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

All AVE trains have high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and can accommodate up to three bags. The Standard seats are designed for regular commuters or people on budget. You can enjoy a quiet time to rest, read, or work in a silent coach. Onboard dining options include a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort is designed for those who pursue a higher quality of travel, and offers more services, including wider seats and more legroom. With Prémium tickets, you can also enjoy the Premium Menu at your seat, as well as snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Tarragona to Alicante Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Tarragona to Alicante, 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.

Tarragona to Alicante 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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    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

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