Alicante to Dublin, Ireland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1072.5 miles 1726 km · straight line
1494.2 miles actual route 2404.7 km · driving distance
33h 38min estimated drive time
€234 - €289 estimated fuel cost
~2h 39min flight time
347° NNW bearing direction

How far is Alicante from Dublin, Ireland?

The distance from Alicante to Dublin, Ireland is 1072.5 miles (1726 km) as the crow flies. Dublin, Ireland is located NNW of Alicante. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1494.2 miles, taking about 33h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 39min. Alicante is in Spain, while Dublin, Ireland is in Ireland.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Dublin, Ireland. 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 Dublin, Ireland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 33h 38min €234 - €289 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~40h 22min $120–$224* Budget
Train ~43h 43min $179–$523* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Alicante & Dublin, Ireland

Quick Facts

Alicante
38.35°N, 0.48°W
Europe/Madrid
0m elevation
Dublin, Ireland
53.35°N, 6.26°W
Europe/Dublin
8m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 358 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 89 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM