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Cuenca to Alicante train timetable

Travel by train from Cuenca to Alicante (236 km). There are 13 trains available each day. The average journey time is 1h 29m, but the quickest options can get you there in just 1h 22m. The first train departs at 07:19, and the last arrives by 21:12. Check times and book your ticket.
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07:19
1h 29m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
08:48
Alicante-Terminal
Renfe
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07:19
2h 11m, 1 change
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
09:30
Sant Gabriel
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08:05
1h 30m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
09:35
Alicante-Terminal
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10:05
1h 25m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
11:30
Alicante-Terminal
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12:03
1h 28m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
13:31
Alicante-Terminal
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12:57
1h 48m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
14:45
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Cuenca to Alicante Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Cuenca to Alicante usually begin at €12.97. The average travel time is about 1h 22m, spanning a distance of roughly 236 km. Renfe, OUIGO Spain provides around 13 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
07:19
Last train
Last train
21:12
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 22m
Distance
Distance
236 km
Price
Price
€12.97
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Spanish train offers

Travellers on Renfe's AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy exclusive discounts tailored to select routes. These offers are subject to availability and vary based on travel schedules, routes, and terms.

Spanish train offers

Renfe Over-60s Fare

For those aged over 60, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. Travelling on AVE and AVE international trains grants a 25% discount. On Avant trains, discounts are 25% on weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets match those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains can receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy up to a 50% discount. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for consideration. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If cancellation is necessary, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Children Fare

Children aged 4 to 13 receive a 40% discount on ticket fares with Renfe. They are entitled to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or get refunds based on the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not have a reserved seat. Note that, on Cercanías trains, the free travel age limit without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe offers discounted fares for large families in Spain, providing a 20% reduction for general category families and 50% for special category families on most services, including AVE and Larga Distancia trains. These discounts exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. Single-parent families can also access discounts on Rodalies trains in Catalonia with a valid certificate from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled travellers can enjoy Renfe's discounts, offering up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is more substantial on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the type of ticket and may come with a fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Cuenca to Alicante

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

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

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

Cuenca to Alicante Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Cuenca to Alicante, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Cuenca to Alicante Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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