4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Alicante to Birmingham
Cheapest price
$685
Average price
$685
Fastest journey
1 d 41 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
1576 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alicante to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Birmingham will cost around $685 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $685.
It's difficult to get from Alicante to Birmingham without transferring at least 4 times.
9:15 AM24h41Alicante9:56 AMBirmingham$6851One-way4 transfers- 4:37 PM27h19Alicante7:56 PMBirmingham$6851One-way4 transfers
- 9:15 AM24h41Alicante9:56 AMBirmingham$6851One-way4 transfers
- 4:37 PM27h19Alicante7:56 PMBirmingham$6851One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Alicante to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.6 - 3.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $646.
Distance: 979 miles (1576 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$646 Average price | $88 Average price Cheapest | $215 Average price | $346 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
26h 22m Average total duration 25h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 37h 20m Average total duration 36h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 4.7 - 9.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Birmingham:
A flight is $127 (€101) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Alicante to Birmingham costing on average $215 (€171).
A flight is $558 (€445) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Birmingham costing on average $646 (€515).
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Train takes on average 25h 52m.
Bus takes on average 36h 50m.
Tickets start at around $646 (€515) compared to roughly $346 (€276) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-299.56 (€-238.94). The journey takes 25h 52m versus 22h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Alicante to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:15 AM Alicante | 24h41 | 9:56 AM Birmingham | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alicante to Birmingham
Spain
United Kingdom
Trains from Alicante to Birmingham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 25h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $646 (€515) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 09:15, the last at 17:05. The fastest train covers the 979 miles (1576 km) distance in 24h 41m.
Distance 979 miles (1576 km) |
Average train duration 25h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $646 (€515) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 24h 41m |
First train 9:15 AM |
Last train 5:05 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Renfe Viajeros from Alicante to Birmingham trainsRenfe Viajeros trains will get you between Alicante and Birmingham from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Alicante to Birmingham
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