There are 4 ways to get from Alicante to Valencia by train, bus, rideshare or car
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Alicante to Valencia is to rideshare which costs 7€ - 11€ and takes 2 h 12 min.
The quickest way to get from Alicante to Valencia is to train which costs 18€ - 28€ and takes 1 h 43 min.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Alicante and arriving at Valencia. Services depart every three hours. The journey takes approximately 2 h 45 min.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Alacant-Terminal and arriving at Valencia Estacio del Nord. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1 h 43 min.
The distance between Alicante and Valencia is 125 km. The road distance is 169.8 km.
The best way to get from Alicante to Valencia without a car is to train which takes 1 h 43 min and costs 18€ - 28€.
The train from Alacant-Terminal to Valencia Estacio del Nord takes 1 h 43 min including transfers and departs every three hours.
Alicante to Valencia bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Alicante station.
Alicante to Valencia train services, operated by Spanish Railways (RENFE), depart from Alacant-Terminal station.
The best way to get from Alicante to Valencia is to train which takes 1 h 43 min and costs 18€ - 28€. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 19€ - 29€ and takes 2 h 45 min.
- Distance: 78.4 miles
- Duration: 1 h 43 min
What companies run services between Alicante, Spain and Valencia, Spain?
Spanish Railways (RENFE) operates a train from Alicante to Valencia every 3 hours. Tickets cost $21 - $35 and the journey takes 1 h 43 min. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Alicante to Valencia every 3 hours. Tickets cost $22 - $35 and the journey takes 2 h 45 min.
Based in Madrid, Renfe is a state-owned train operator, that connects cities across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands. Renfe’s extensive network means most destinations offer multiple trains a day, with the most popular routes normally offering a train each hour. Locally known as AVE, the high-speed trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. Comfort is key in a Renfe train, with seats with footrests in all three classes of travel: Standard, Club and First. Each seat has an individual light, a pull-down table and an electrical outlet for in Club and First classes. There is free WiFi for first class passengers and for those with a + Renfe card.
Rome2rio's guide to Spanish Railways (RENFE)
Contact Details
- Phone
- 902 320 320
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Alacant-Terminal to Valencia Estacio del Nord
- Ave. Duration
- 1 h 43 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- $21 - $35
- Website
- renfe.com
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi so you’re never bored on your journey. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. Flexibility is another highlight of an ALSA journey, with three types of tickets on offer - Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass, along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 902 42 22 42
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Alicante to Valencia
- Ave. Duration
- 2 h 45 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- $22 - $35
- Website
- alsa.com
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar.es
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Alicante to Valence
- Ave. Duration
- 2 h 12 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $8 - $13
- Book at
- blablacar.es
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Alicante to Valencia bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Valencia station.
Alicante to Valencia train services, operated by Spanish Railways (RENFE), arrive at Valencia Estacio del Nord station.
Yes, the driving distance between Alicante to Valencia is 170 km. It takes approximately 1 h 49 min to drive from Alicante to Valencia.
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There are 1712+ hotels available in Valencia. Prices start at $62 USD per night.
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Alicante and Valencia. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.