Alicante to Barcelona Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Alicante, Spain to Barcelona, Spain. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 251.2 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 2.1 days; at 5 knots
Under Power: 25 hours; at 10 knots
Best Time: May-October; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 251.2 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Alicante to Barcelona. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a moderately indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 15% longer than the 218 nm direct line, its heading turning from east to north-northwest.

Sea distance: 251.2 nm (465.2 km)
Direct line: 218.4 nm15% longer
Great-circle bearing: 33° (north-northeast)
Sea area: Western Mediterranean
Geographic extent: 3.0° × 2.8°
Crossing: Domestic · Same region
From: Alicante (Spain) 38.3452, -0.4810
To: Barcelona (Spain) 41.3658, 2.1583
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	2.1 days
8 kn	31 hours
10 kn	25 hours
12 kn	21 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

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Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Alicante to Barcelona Route

A medium ocean domestic sea route between Alicante and Barcelona, this passage connecting two major commercial ports in the Mediterranean region demands attention to the Mistral and Tramontane — cold, strong northerlies funnelling down from the north-west.

The corridor within the same maritime region joins Alicante, Spain to Barcelona, Spain.

Navigation Tips

•Plan this medium ocean domestic leg in the Mediterranean region with attention to the Mistral and Tramontane — cold, strong northerlies funnelling down from the north-west.
•Provisioning for this medium ocean passage in Mediterranean should account for regional supply networks.
•Allow time for entry formalities on this domestic leg within the same maritime region.
•Adapt safety equipment to Mediterranean conditions for this medium ocean crossing.
•For a domestic crossing within the same maritime region, ensure clearance papers and visas are in order before departure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Alicante to Barcelona by sea?

This is a medium ocean sea passage of about 251.2 nautical miles between Alicante and Barcelona in Mediterranean.

How long does it take to sail from Alicante to Barcelona?

Average voyage time on this medium ocean within the same maritime region leg of 251.2 nautical miles is 1 day – 2.1 days.

What's the best time to sail from Alicante to Barcelona?

Aim for May-October for the calmest passage in Mediterranean; off-peak periods bring the Mistral and Tramontane — cold, strong northerlies funnelling down from the north-west.

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