Alicante to Birmingham, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

979.4 miles 1576.2 km · straight line
1264.2 miles actual route 2034.6 km · driving distance
26h 56min estimated drive time
€198 - €244 estimated fuel cost
~2h 28min flight time
356° N bearing direction

How far is Alicante from Birmingham, United Kingdom?

The distance from Alicante to Birmingham, United Kingdom is 979.4 miles (1576.2 km) as the crow flies. Birmingham, United Kingdom is located N of Alicante. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1264.2 miles, taking about 26h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 28min. Alicante is in Spain, while Birmingham, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alicante and Birmingham, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Alicante to Birmingham, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 26h 56min €198 - €244 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 28min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~32h 19min $101–$190* Budget
Train ~35h 1min $152–$442* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Alicante & Birmingham, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Alicante
38.35°N, 0.48°W
Europe/Madrid
0m elevation
Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 326 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 82 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 25.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM