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What are the train times from Alicante Terminal to Port-Bou?
Get from Alicante Terminal to Port-Bou in as little as 8 hours 21 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.
The average train journey from Alicante Terminal to Port-Bou takes around 11 hours 33 minutes. There are around 8 trains that operate on this route daily.
As there are no direct trains between Alicante Terminal and Port-Bou, you'll need to make 1 change.
Renfe trains operate on this route.
Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.
With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.
Trains to Port-Bou from Alicante Terminal
| First train | 06:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:01 | |
| Departure station | Alicante Terminal | |
| Arrival station | Port-Bou | |
| Journey time | From 8h 21m | |
| Distance | 341 miles (549 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Alicante Terminal to Port-Bou?
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Renfe, Euromed and Media Distancia trains from Alicante Terminal to Port-Bou
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Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.
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Euromed is Renfe's high-speed service that travels along the Mediterranean coast. Able to travel at 155 mph (250 km/h), Euromed trains run on the Barcelona – Tarragona – Castellón – Valencia – Alicante route - also known as the "Mediterranean Corridor". With a frequency of up to 12 daily trips between these cities, Euromed trains offer two classes on board – Turista (Second Class) and Preferente (First Class). Designed by Talgo, the trains that run between Barcelona and Alicante offer 63 seats in Preferente and 236 in Turista, with 11 carriages (including a food carriage) and two locomotives, which allows them to travel in both directions.
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Renfe's Media Distancia are regional trains operated by CAF locomotives that run on medium-distance routes not covered by Avant high-speed trains. Most Media Distancia trains have one class. However, there are some that will have Turista (Second Class) and Preferente (First Class). These trains also have spaces for bicycles, and all seats are equipped with power sockets and reading lights.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Alicante Terminal to Port-Bou?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Be flexible with your travel times
2. Buy a rail pass
3. Choose a slower or connecting train
4. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts
5. Take a night train
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.