There are 12 ways to get from Birmingham to Almería by train, plane, bus, night bus, car ferry, car or car train
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Fly Birmingham to Almeria • 5h 28m
Fly Birmingham to Malaga, bus • 9h 37m
Train • 24h 42m
Bus • 38h 25m
Train, bus • 42h 1m
Train, car ferry • 2 days 2h
Drive, car ferry • 33h 50m
Drive, Eurotunnel • 23h 20m
Birmingham to Almería by train and subway
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Almería is to fly and bus and night bus which costs £60 - £280 and takes 10h 35m.
The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Almería is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs £110 - £330.
No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Almería. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street and arriving at Almería via Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine and Madrid. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 25m.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Almería. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Almeria via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Lille-Europe, Montpellier Saint-Roch and Estación de tren de Atocha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 42m.
The distance between Birmingham and Almería is 1994 km.
The best way to get from Birmingham to Almería without a car is to train which takes 24h 42m and costs £330 - £750.
It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Birmingham to Almería, including transfers.
Birmingham to Almería bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street station.
Birmingham to Almería train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
The best way to get from Birmingham to Almería is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs £110 - £330. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £330 - £750 and takes 24h 42m, you could also bus, which costs £130 - £230 and takes 38h 25m.
- Distance: 1993.8 km
- Duration: 7h 5m
What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Almería, Spain?
Jet2.com flies from Birmingham to Almería twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Birmingham to Almería via London Euston, London Euston, King's Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lille-Europe, Montpellier Saint-Roch, and Estación de tren de Atocha in around 24h 42m.
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Manchester to Almeria
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €110 - €460
Flights from Manchester to Almeria via Charleroi
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 30m
- When
- Monday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €110 - €460
Flights from Birmingham to Malaga
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €65 - €360
Flights from London Stansted to Almeria
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €45 - €490
Flights from East Midlands to Malaga
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €410
Flights from East Midlands to Malaga via Dublin
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 15m
- When
- Monday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €410
Flights from East Midlands to Malaga via Palma Mallorca
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 15m
- When
- Tuesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €410
Flights from East Midlands to Malaga via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 35m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €410
Flights from Birmingham to Alicante–Elche
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 34m
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €430
Flights from Birmingham to Alicante–Elche via Beauvais
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 20m
- When
- Tuesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €430
Flights from Birmingham to Alicante–Elche via Toulouse
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 25m
- When
- Monday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €430
Flights from Birmingham to Alicante–Elche via Palma Mallorca
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 30m
- When
- Wednesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €430
- Website
- jet2.com
Flights from Manchester to Almeria
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- When
- Saturday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €390
Flights from Birmingham to Almeria
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- When
- Tuesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €390
Flights from Birmingham to Malaga
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €120 - €700
Flights from East Midlands to Malaga
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €650
Flights from Birmingham to Alicante–Elche
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €130 - €600
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Birmingham to Malaga
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- When
- Monday, Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €420
Flights from Birmingham to Alicante–Elche
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- When
- Tuesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €80 - €360
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Birmingham to Alicante–Elche via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 57m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €150 - €750
- Phone
- 0344 736 9123
- customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
- Website
- crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 28m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €50 - €130
- Website
- https://www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
- Standard
- €50 - €75
- 1st Class
- €85 - €130
Train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
- Ave. Duration
- 43 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €30 - €65
- Website
- https://www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
- Standard
- €30 - €50
- 1st Class
- €45 - €65
Train from Birmingham New Street to Southampton Central
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €75 - €220
- Website
- https://www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
- Standard
- €75 - €120
- 1st Class
- €150 - €220
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- Phone
- 03333 211 202
- Website
- tfw.wales
Train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 58m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €30 - €50
- Website
- https://tfw.wales/
- Schedules at
- https://tfw.wales/service-status/timetables
- Anytime Standard
- €30 - €50
- Phone
- 00 44 345 528 0253
- Website
- avantiwestcoast.co.uk
Train from Birmingham New Street to London Euston
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 19m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €45 - €140
- Website
- https://www.avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
- Anytime Single
- €45 - €70
- Anytime Single 1st Class
- €100 - €140
- Phone
- +44 333 311 0039
- contact.wmr@wmtrains.co.uk
- Website
- londonmidland.com
Train from Birmingham New Street to London Euston
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Website
- https://www.westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Rome2Rio's guide to Eurostar
Contact Details
- Phone
- +44 343 218 6186
- Website
- eurostar.com
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europe
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 26m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €85 - €320
- Website
- https://www.eurostar.com/rw-en
- Business Premier
- €260 - €320
- Standard
- €85 - €110
- Standard Premier
- €130 - €170
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Train from Lille-Europe to Montpellier Saint-Roch
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 6m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Lille Europe to Montpellier Saint-Roch
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 59m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €140 - €240
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €140 - €200
- 1st Class
- €180 - €240
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2Rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Estación de tren de Atocha
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 12m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €70 - €110
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Estación de tren de Atocha to Almeria
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 37m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €60
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Santander to Madrid-Chamartin
- Ave. Duration
- 4h
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €50
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid-Chamartin to Almeria
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 55m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €65
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
- Phone
- +44 345 600 5165
- Website
- chilternrailways.co.uk
Train from Birmingham Moor Street to London Marylebone
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 58m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €70 - €100
- Website
- Chiltern Railways
- Advance Single
- €45 - €65
- Anytime Day Single
- €70 - €100
- Phone
- +44 (0) 8443 35 35 35
- Website
- eurotunnel.com
Car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
- Ave. Duration
- 35 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.eurotunnel.com/uk/
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 910 207 007
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Aeropuerto Malaga to Almeria
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €17 - €25
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Alicante Aeropuerto to Estación de Autobuses de Murcia
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €5 - €9
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Night bus from Estación de Autobuses de Murcia to Almeria
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €18 - €26
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine to Estación Sur de Autobuses
- Ave. Duration
- 16h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €100 - €150
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Benidorm Estación De Autobuses to Almeria
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 20m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €28 - €45
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street to Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine
- Ave. Duration
- 13h 10m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €55 - €80
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine to Estación Sur de Autobuses
- Ave. Duration
- 16h 10m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €95 - €140
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from London Victoria to Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 30m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €55
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine to Estación Sur de Autobuses
- Ave. Duration
- 16h 10m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €75 - €110
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from London Victoria to Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €50
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine to Benidorm - Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 21h 45m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €90 - €140
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
- Phone
- +34 902 22 72 72
- atencionaclientes@busbam.com
- Website
- busbam.com
Bus from Madrid to Almería
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 45m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €27 - €40
- Schedules at
- busbam.com
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- Phone
- 0330 159 7000
- reservations@brittanyferries.com
- Website
- brittany-ferries.co.uk
Car ferry from Portsmouth International Port to Santander
- Ave. Duration
- 31h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €90 - €600
- Book at
- Brittany Ferries
- Adult
- €90 - €120
- Car
- €290 - €410
- Single Ticket
- €90 - €190
- Car Single Ticket
- €210 - €600
Car ferry from Plymouth to Santander
- Ave. Duration
- 20h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €80 - €700
- Book at
- Brittany Ferries
- Adult
- €80 - €100
- Car
- €240 - €340
- Single Ticket
- €100 - €230
- Car Single Ticket
- €290 - €700
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Birmingham to Almería bus services, operated by BusbamSL, arrive at Almería station.
Almería is 1h ahead of Birmingham. It is currently 10:53 AM in Birmingham and 11:53 AM in Almería.
Birmingham to Almería train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Almeria station.
There are 1177+ hotels available in Almería. Prices start at €31 per night.