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

1049.1 miles 1688.4 km · straight line
1346 miles actual route 2166.1 km · driving distance
28h 32min estimated drive time
€211 - €260 estimated fuel cost
~2h 37min flight time
356° N bearing direction

How far is Alicante from Manchester, United Kingdom?

The distance from Alicante to Manchester, United Kingdom is 1049.1 miles (1688.4 km) as the crow flies. Manchester, United Kingdom is located N of Alicante. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1346 miles, taking about 28h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 37min. Alicante is in Spain, while Manchester, 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 Manchester, 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 Manchester, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 28h 32min €211 - €260 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~34h 14min $108–$202* Budget
Train ~37h 6min $162–$471* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Alicante & Manchester, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Alicante
38.35°N, 0.48°W
Europe/Madrid
0m elevation
Manchester, United Kingdom
53.48°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
38m elevation
Explore more routes from Manchester, United Kingdom

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 350 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 87 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM