Alicante to Tarragona Sea Distance Calculator

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

Distance
207.8 nm
nautical miles
Under Sail
42 hours
at 5 knots
Under Power
21 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: 207.8 nautical miles
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This map shows the direct sea route from Alicante to Tarragona. 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 13% longer than the 183 nm direct line, its heading turning from east to north.

Sea distance
207.8 nm (384.8 km)
Direct line
183.4 nm13% longer
Great-circle bearing
25° (north-northeast)
Sea area
Western Mediterranean
Geographic extent
2.8° × 1.7°
Crossing
Domestic · Same region
From
Alicante (Spain) 38.3452, -0.4810
To
Tarragona (Spain) 41.1000, 1.2333
Route basis
Sea-lane route
Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speedDuration
5 kn42 hours
8 kn26 hours
10 kn21 hours
12 kn17 hours

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

Read the methodology — How we calculate sea distances

Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Alicante to Tarragona Route

Linking Alicante and Tarragona, this multi-day coastal domestic crossing connecting two major commercial ports sits in the Mediterranean region — a passage shaped by the Mistral and Tramontane — cold, strong northerlies funnelling down from the north-west.

The lane links Alicante (Spain) and Tarragona (Spain), within the same maritime region.

Navigation Tips

  • •A multi-day coastal domestic passage in the Mediterranean region typically requires planning for the Mistral and Tramontane — cold, strong northerlies funnelling down from the north-west.
  • •A multi-day coastal leg in Mediterranean benefits from waypoint planning and verified fuel availability.
  • •Confirm operating hours and clearance procedures for this domestic crossing within the same maritime region, since rules vary by port.
  • •Verify that emergency equipment matches the demands of a multi-day coastal leg in Mediterranean.
  • •Documentation requirements differ for domestic passages within the same maritime region; verify cruising permits in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Alicante to Tarragona by sea?

Approximately 207.8 nautical miles separate Alicante and Tarragona by sea, making this a multi-day coastal leg in Mediterranean.

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

Expect about 21 hours – 42 hours for a multi-day coastal run of 207.8 nautical miles within the same maritime region.

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

Peak sailing season here is May-October; year-round, Mediterranean routes contend with the Mistral and Tramontane — cold, strong northerlies funnelling down from the north-west.

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