Metro of Alicante

Alicante's metropolitan tram

The city of Alicante and its urban area (including municipalities such as San Vicente, El Campello, San Juan de Alicante and Mutxamel) have a population of over 450,000 inhabitants. It is an area of medium size but with intercity buses which originally had, was quite poorly communicated. Therefore, almost in 2000 began to raise the need for an integrated transport system.

The Alicante Tram has its origin in the railway line that linked Alicante to Denia in 1915. It was inaugurated on August 15, 2003 by the FGV (Ferrocarriles de la Generalitat Valenciana) with Puerta del Mar de Alicante to El Campello section. This initiative was the realization of a project that began with an experimental section covering a distance of 675 meters from Puerta del Mar to La Marina, and another 2825 meters between La Marina and Albufereta, where the tram shared routes with the rail. The project got the final impetus thanks to the great reception from users.

Currently, metropolitan TRAM of Alicante combines different services: tram, light rail, light train and commuter services that interact with each other complemented by the existing fare integration. There is also integrated in this system a metropolitan rapid bus. Alicante was the second Spanish city to introduce tram-trains on their system. Tram-trains can function as trains or trams benefiting from the advantages of both systems.

Alicante's Tram has a total of 5 lines and 71 stations. 128 kms of network path, of which just under 2 kms are tunnels. In 2013 it was used by almost 8 million people.

Alicante's tram: Lines and stations

The network design of TRAM Alicante (with several additional lines projected) serves the coastal zone and municipalities of its metropolitan area from the city center.

Lines in service

L1 line or red line, runs from Luceros to Benidorm. Total length of 43.210 km, 20 stations, of which 8 are shared. There are train-tram circulating in this line running every 30 min. It takes about 1 hour to make the complete journey. It has a top speed of 100kms/h and an average speed of 48kms/h. Opened in 2007. It goes through five municipalities: Alicante, Campello, Villajoyosa, Finestrat and Benidorm. Its 20 stations are: Luceros, Market, MARQ-Castillo, Sangueta, La Isleta, Lucentum, El Campello, Poble Espanyol, Amerador, Coveta Fuma, Cala Piteres, Venta Lanuza, Paradis, Villajoyosa, Creueta, Coastal Pastor, Vila Hospital , CC La Marina - Finestrat, Terra Mitica, Benidorm.

L1 line map

L2 line or green line: It has a length of 8.9 kms (1.6 underground and the rest on surface) and 14 stations (3 stations are shared). It goes from Luceros to San Vicente del Raspeig and has a frequency of 15 minutes. The journey time is 27 minutes. A maximum speed of 70kms/h and an average speed of 19,5kms/h. It is a light rail line with trams. In 2014 it was used by nearly 4 million people. Stations: Luceros, Mercado, MARQ-Castillo, La Goteta-Plaza Mar 2, Bulevar del Pla, Garbinet, Hospital, Maestro Alonso, Pintor Gastón Castellón, Virgen del Remedio, Ciudad Jardín, Santa Isabel, Universitat, Sant Vicent del Raspeig

L2 Line Map

L3 Line or yellow line. It goes from Luceros to El Campello. The length of the track is 14,5kms and has a total of 17 stations of which 8 are shared. By this line circulate train-trams and trams. Opened in 2003. It has a top speed of 70kms/ h. It runs every 30 minutes. In 2014 it was used by more than 2 million passengers. Stations: Luceros, Mercado, MARQ-Castillo, Sangueta, La Isleta, Albufereta, Lucentum, Condomina, Campo de Golf, Costa Blanca, Carrabiners, Muchavista, Les Llances, Fabraquer, Salesians, Pla Barraques, El Campello.

L3 line map

L4 line or purple line. It goes from Luceros to Plaza de La Coruña. The line has a length of 10,03kms. There are 18 stations of which 7 are shared. For this line circulate trams with a frequency of 30 min. The trams have a top speed of 70kms/h. In 2014 almost it had 1.5 million passengers. Stations: Luceros, Mercado, MARQ-Castillo, Sangueta, La Isleta, Albufereta, Lucentum, Miriam Blasco, Sergio Cardell, Tridente, Av. Naciones, Cabo Huertas, Av. Benidorm, Londres, Plaza de La Coruña, Instituto, Países Escandinavos, Holanda

L4 Line Map

L9 line or grey line. Link Benidorm to Denia. The line length is 50.8 km. It has a total of 18 stations and only 1 of them is shared. The frequency of this line is 60 min. The maximum speed of the trains running on this line is 80 km/h and average speed is 42kms/h. In 2014 it had around 800,000 users. Stations: Benidorm, Disco Benidorm, Camí Coves, L'Alfàs del Pi, El Albir, Altea, Garganes, Cap Negret, Olla de Altea, Calpe, Ferrandet, Benissa, Teulada, Gata, La Xara, La Pedrera, Alqueries, Denia

L9 Line Map

Closed Lines

4L line or shuttle 4L. This shuttle stopped its operation on July 1, 2013. It had a length of 1.3 km and only 3 stations: Puerta del Mar, La Marina and Sangueta. Top speed was 70kms/h and 20 Kms/h average. It had a frequency of 30 minutes. Trams line.

4L Shuttle Map

Projected lines

L5 line or blue line. It will join Villajoyosa to Algar. It'ss expected to have 14 kms of track and 14 stations where trams will circulate at a top speed of 70kms/h. Stations: Algar, Garganes, Altea, El Albir, Alfaz del Pi, Camí Coves, Benidorm Intermodal, Benidorm, Terra Mítica, C.C. La Marina - Finestrat, Hospital Vila, Costera Pastor, Creueta, La Vila Joiosa

L5 Line provisional map

L6 Line. Currently under study. It would connect the Estación Central with Muchamiel.

L7 line or orange line. It will link Estación Central to Elche.

L7 line map

L8 line or pink line. It'll go from Parque Temático to Benidorm Centro. There are 5 planned stations. Benidorm Centro, Benidorm Intermodal, Benidorm, Terra Mítica and Parque Temático.

L8 line map

Tram Alicante Schedule

• L1: first train is about: 5:40 and last one at 22:11.
• L2 from 5:35 to 22:54
• L3 first train is about 6:15 and last one is about 23:54.
• L4 from 5:59 to 22:35
• L9 from 5:50 to 21:59

Trains don't always stops at all stations. Weekends and holidays there aren't some services . You can download the schedules here

Fares, Passes, and Tickets for the Alicante TRAM

The Alicante TRAM offers a variety of tickets and passes tailored to meet the needs of travelers, whether they are making single trips, commuting regularly, or looking to explore multiple locations around the region. Below, you'll find a comprehensive guide to the available ticket options along with their approximate prices:

General Tickets and Fares

• Single Ticket: Valid for a one-way journey within the selected zone. Prices range from €1.45 for one zone to €3.55 for five zones.
• Return Ticket: Allows for one outbound trip and one return trip within the same zone on the same day. Prices range from €2.35 (one zone) to €6.10 (five zones).
• Combined Ticket: This ticket allows passengers to use both the TRAM and Alicante’s urban buses, facilitating travel across multiple transportation modes. The cost is approximately €4.00 per journey.

Tarjeta 10 (10-Trip Card)

The Tarjeta 10 is a 10-trip pass that can be used on all TRAM lines and is valid for 30 days from the first activation. It’s ideal for those who plan to make multiple trips within a short period. Prices vary based on the zones:

• Tarjeta 10 (1 zone): €8.70
• Tarjeta 10 (2 zones): €14.00
• Tarjeta 10 (3 zones): €19.80
• Tarjeta 10 (4 zones): €25.10
• Tarjeta 10 (5 zones): €31.00

Depending on the zones you wish to travel across, you can purchase the Tarjeta 10 that covers one or multiple zones. For example, if you are traveling from Benidorm and plan to visit other towns such as Altea, Calpe, or Alicante, make sure to select the Tarjeta 10 that encompasses the necessary zones.

Passes and Tourist Tickets

• Monthly Pass: Allows unlimited travel within the selected zones for 30 days. Prices range from €37.00 for one zone to €84.70 for five zones.
• Tourist Pass: Provides unlimited travel for 24 hours (€7.00), 48 hours (€12.00), or 72 hours (€16.00). This pass is ideal for tourists wishing to explore several towns along the Costa Blanca without needing to buy additional tickets. The pass can be used on all TRAM lines and on Alicante’s urban buses.

Evening Ticket (Billete Tardeo)

This ticket is perfect for those who want to enjoy Alicante’s nightlife. With a reduced price of €4.00, it allows unlimited travel on the TRAM network between 19:00 and 24:00 hours. Ideal for enjoying dinners and events in different towns in the region.

Discounts and Reduced Fares

The Alicante TRAM offers discounts and reduced fares for special groups such as students, retirees, and individuals with reduced mobility. To benefit from these reduced fares, the corresponding documentation must be presented at authorized sales points.

Tips for Traveling with the Alicante TRAM

• Combine Passes and Tickets: If you plan to make multiple stops to visit different towns, consider combining the Tarjeta 10 with tourist passes to maximize savings and convenience.
• Purchase the Tarjeta 10: This is an excellent option for those who wish to hop on and off the TRAM across various towns, as it offers 10 trips at a reduced price compared to single tickets.
• Check the Zones: Make sure to verify the zones covered by your ticket to avoid penalties. Each ticket and pass is linked to a specific number of zones.

Prices may vary depending on updates from the Alicante TRAM. Therefore, we recommend checking the latest fares on the official TRAM Metropolitano de Alicante website.