How to get to Alicante from Zurich

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Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Alicante

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £144 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 3.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £144, while a flight costs an average of £442.

Distance: 1242 km

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£442

Average Price

£144

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Cheapest

£356

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5h 58m

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3h 58m

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27h 39m

Average total duration

27h 9m

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15h 21m

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3.7 - 7.5kg

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1.2 - 3.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Alicante is a coach with an average price of £144.

This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Alicante:

A coach is £299 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Alicante costing on average £442.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Alicante is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 58m.

Other travel options to Alicante take longer:

Coach takes on average 27h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Alicante including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 11h 23m sooner (3h 58m by flight vs 15h 21m by car). Tickets start at around £442 compared to roughly £356 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Zurich to Alicante

How to get to Alicante from Zurich by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Zurich to Alicante is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • IberiaIB630 · IB1015
    14:456h10
    Zurich Airport
    20:55Alicante Elche Airport
    £911One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • IberiaIB630 · IB1015
    14:456h10
    Zurich Airport
    20:55Alicante Elche Airport
    £911One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • SwissLX2174
    9:202h25
    Zurich Airport
    11:45Alicante Elche Airport
    £1881One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    20:2536h45
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    9:10Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    £1081One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    21:2542h40
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    16:05Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    £1411One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:4531h20
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    16:05Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    £1651One-way
    2 changes
  • IberiaIB634 · IB1015
    7:3013h25
    Zurich Airport
    20:55Alicante Elche Airport
    £911One-way
    1 change
  • IberiaIB628 · IB1015
    11:509h05
    Zurich Airport
    20:55Alicante Elche Airport
    £1121One-way
    1 change
  • VuelingVY6249 · VY1308
    21:1011h15
    Zurich Airport
    8:25Alicante Elche Airport
    £1151One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Alicante by ferry

The most popular day trips by ferry from Alicante are Tabarca, Murcia, Benidorm, Elche and Valencia. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Alicante on Omio.

A view of Murcia

Day trip from Alicante to Murcia by ferry

Why visit Murcia for the day?

Murcia is known for its Baroque cathedral, fertile huerta and easy-going southern Spanish character. Historic streets, lively plazas and a strong local food culture give the city a relaxed but sociable feel.

A view of Benidorm

Day trip from Alicante to Benidorm by ferry

Why visit Benidorm for the day?

Benidorm is known for its tall seafront skyline, wide beaches and energetic nightlife. It mixes a modern resort feel with an old town that still hints at its fishing-village past.

A view of Elche

Day trip from Alicante to Elche by ferry

Why visit Elche for the day?

Elche is best known for the UNESCO-listed Palmeral of Elche, whose vast palm grove gives the city an unusual oasis-like feel. Its character also reflects a mix of Arab heritage, the Mystery Play of Elche and a long shoemaking tradition.

A view of Valencia

Day trip from Alicante to Valencia by ferry

Why visit Valencia for the day?

Valencia pairs a historic old town with beaches and striking modern design. Famous as the birthplace of paella, it feels relaxed yet lively, with markets, orange trees and the Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències.

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FAQs: Zurich to Alicante

Travel to Alicante easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Alicante.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Zurich and Alicante including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Alicante is a coach with an average price of £144.

This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Alicante:

A coach is £299 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Alicante costing on average £442.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Alicante is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 58m.

Other travel options to Alicante take longer:

Coach takes on average 27h 39m.

The Zurich to Alicante distance is approximately 1242 km.
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Alicante is:
  • Around 50 flights per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Alicante as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zurich to Alicante:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Alicante Elche Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) and arrive in Alicante, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Alicante, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ryanair, easyJet, Swiss, Vueling, Iberia, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Air Europa, Edelweiss Air, Transavia France, KLM, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Austrian Airlines, Smartwings, ITA to go to Alicante by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Alicante by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Zurich to Alicante:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Ryanair, easyJet, Swiss, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air.
Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Alicante often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, Benidorm, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Alicante and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Zurich to Alicante, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Alicante, you can enjoy Postiguet Beach for sunbathing and swimming, take a day trip to Tabarca Island for snorkelling and exploration, and visit the bustling Alicante Central Market for local delicacies. Explore the impressive Canelobre Caves and take a scenic boat tour along the Costa Blanca coastline. Among the best sights are Santa Bárbara Castle, offering panoramic city and sea views, the picturesque Explanada de España promenade, the Alicante Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Basilica of Santa Maria. For hiking and stunning city views, head to Mount Benacantil.
Three to four days in Alicante is usually enough to explore its beaches, historical sites, and local cuisine.

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