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Benidorm is a dynamic and rapidly developing resort in Spain, located between Valencia and Alicante. Here a tourist can find a developed resort infrastructure, gorgeous beaches and a lot of entertainment. Benidorm is a city of high-rise buildings; hotel skyscrapers literally rise up, offering tourists to find themselves in the center of a real resort metropolis. Benidorm's transport accessibility is quite high, so you can get here by almost any means of land transport. The nearest airport is in Alicante.

How to get from Alicante to Benidorm

Benidorm is 45 km from Alicante. It is in Alicante that the international arrival airport is located, where they land, incl. and flights from Russia. Direct flights from Moscow to Alicante are operated by Aeroflot and S7. You can fly out every day. Travel time takes 5-5.5 hours one way. Aeroflot flights operate from Sheremetyevo Airport, S7 flights from Domodedovo Airport. You can also take a direct flight from St. Petersburg. From other Russian cities you will need a transfer in Moscow or St. Petersburg. Flight schedules can be checked on search services. Aviasales , Buruki and others.

You can then get from Alicante airport to Benidorm by public transport (bus), by group or individual transfer (taxi), or by renting a car at the arrivals terminal (suitable for independent travelers who have an international driver's license).

Xiquinhosilva/Beach panorama of Benidorm

Public transport

From Alicante airport it is quite easy to go to Benidorm by regular bus, which runs throughout the day, with the exception of night hours. The flights are operated by the bus carrier Alsa. The first flight departs at 6.15 and then every hour from 8.00 to 23.00. The fare is 9.65 euros one way. The final station in Benidorm is the Boulevard of Europe or the bus station.

Transfer from Alicante to Benidorm

Compared to regular buses, transfer (group or individual) has a number of advantages. Firstly, there is no need to adapt to public transport schedules; secondly, you can leave at any time, even at night; thirdly, the transfer is more convenient if you arrive at the resort with a lot of luggage or, for example, are going on vacation with children. A taxi has similar advantages, but a transfer eliminates the possibility of markups, because the fare is fixed.

Group transfers travel by bus or mini-shuttle and travel from Alicante Airport takes approximately 1 to 2 hours. The fare in this case will be from 7 to 16 euros, depending on the type of transfer. You can order a group transfer through various international services that specialize in group transportation in this direction. These include, for example, and some others.

Traveling with an individual transfer (by car) will be a little faster and will take about 1 hour. As a rule, individual transfers are designed for 1-4 passengers and 3-4 pieces of luggage. The fare varies from 60-70 euros one way. The advantage of an individual transfer is that it is available at any time of the day. You can also book a transfer in advance using various international services. For example, the service is popular and some others.

Car rental in Alicante

Benidorm Hotels

Benidorm is a popular beach resort, so the hotel infrastructure in the city is developed at a high level. Here you can find hotels of different levels and categories, with various additional options and capabilities. In addition to hotels, renting apartments is also popular in Benidorm. But other types of accommodation - guest houses, bed and breakfasts, vacation homes - are developed in minimal quantities. High ratings from tourists on Booking.com The following Benidorm hotels received:

GastrohotelBoutiqueRHCanfali 4* — the hotel is located in the city center, the rooms have views of the beach and sea. The hotel has a rooftop terrace with hydromassage, several restaurants, and a bar. You can stay in rooms of varying sizes; some rooms have a balcony with sea views. Possible type of meals - breakfast only, half board, full board. Wi-Fi is provided free of charge. The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Paid public parking is available nearby;

GranHotelDelfin 4* — the hotel is located in a quiet area of ​​the city, has a garden and an outdoor swimming pool on its territory. The hotel also has a restaurant and a café on the terrace. Guests can stay in rooms of varying sizes, including family rooms. The type of meals offered is breakfast only, half board, full board. Some rooms have sea views. The front desk is open 24 hours a day, there is a currency exchange office and luggage storage. Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel. Private paid parking is available on site;

HotelMontemar 3* — the hotel is located opposite the beach and has a panoramic roof terrace. The hotel has a restaurant and bar. Guests are offered rooms of varying sizes, meals - buffet breakfast, half board (breakfast + dinner) or full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner). During the high season, the hotel hosts evening programs and animation staff. Wi-Fi is provided free of charge. The reception is open 24 hours a day;

HotelVoramar 3* — the hotel is located in the center of Benidorm and 50 m from the nearest beach. The hotel has a restaurant, swimming pool and relaxation terrace with panoramic sea views. A fitness center is within walking distance. You can stay in rooms of varying sizes, and you can also choose different food options - buffet breakfast, half board or full board. The hotel has Wi-Fi, luggage storage; The front desk is open 24 hours a day;

HotelFeticheAlojamientoconEncanto 2* — the hotel is located within walking distance of local beaches. There are also numerous shops, cafes and restaurants nearby. Guests can stay in double or twin rooms. The room has a minibar, safe, satellite TV, hairdryer. Breakfast is included in the price. Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the hotel.

Sights of Benidorm

In Benidorm, tourists can find entertainment for every taste. In the new part of the city, the resort is replete with high-rise buildings, cafes, restaurants, promenades, discos and entertainment programs. You can safely go on an excursion to the old part of the city to see medieval Spain.

The main part of the hotels in Benidorm is concentrated in the new part of the city, so most often tourists begin exploring the city from here. You should definitely take a stroll here on a local embankment, which stretches along the sea for 6 km. The Benidorm embankment is well-maintained; here you can hide from the scorching sun in the shade of palm trees or sit in open-air cafes. The best shopping conditions are also nearby.

For a bird's eye view of Benidorm, go to observation deck of the buildingGranBali. The building is a hotel with a height of 210 meters and is considered the tallest skyscraper in Benidorm. An open terraced observation deck is located on the 45th floor. You can get there by panoramic elevator. Entrance fee is 6 euros per adult. The observation deck is open daily from 10.30 to 13.30 and from 15.00 to 20.30.

In the old part of the city you can also find an observation deck - this is the so-called "Mediterranean Balcony". From here you can enjoy panoramic views of the old city, in contrast to the hotel site, where you can see the modern part of Benidorm and the beaches. The viewing balcony is located on the cliff separating the beaches of Ponente and Levante. In the old part of the city, such iconic historical monuments as observation tower Torre Morales Esscaletes(16th century), Church of St. Jaime, Tossal de Cala and some other objects.

The main city beaches in Benidorm are Ponente beaches And Levante. Both beaches are well equipped with sun loungers, umbrellas, showers, toilets, and water sports equipment. The beaches are also monitored by lifeguards, and there are medical stations. Ponente beach and Levante beach together are about 5 km long. These are long sandy areas with a gentle entrance to the sea. There are shallow waters off the coast, so the place is suitable for families with children. The water warms up very well and quickly, and the swimming season lasts from May to October. Both beaches are very clean and are maintained by local authorities. Admission is free, only sunbeds and umbrellas are paid separately if necessary.

How to get from Benidorm to Valencia

One of the popular activities in Benidorm is sightseeing trips to larger historical cities. Almost the most popular destination in this sense is ancient Valencia.

Valencia is located 139 km from Benidorm. The cities are connected by highway No. AP-7. Valencia itself is home to many cultural sites, both historical and modern. Thus, the Cathedral and Queen's Square, the Silk Exchange, the Paseo Maritimo embankment, the City of Arts and Sciences, the Bioparc are recommended for mandatory viewing, and in the surrounding area there is also the wonderful Albufeira Natural Park.

In addition to organized excursions, you can get from Benidorm to Valencia on your own using public transport or a rented car. Alsa buses run from Benidorm to Valencia. Travel time takes from 2 to 3 hours. Buses from Benidorm depart from the bus station, Plaza Jaime and Plaza Europa. There are quite a lot of flights; on average, buses depart every hour throughout the day.

By car you can get to Valencia in 1.5 hours. Almost the entire route runs along the sea coast. There are toll roads along the route. The payment ticket is taken before entering the highway and paid upon leaving.

How to get from Alicante airport to Benidorm

A regular bus runs from Alicante airport to the bus station every hour. Travel time is 45 - 50 minutes. The first bus leaves at 8 am, the last at 11 pm. Tickets can be purchased from the driver. The cost of one ticket is 9 euros and 45 cents.

You can also use a taxi. The price of a taxi ride will be approximately 70 - 80 euros (depending on your destination in Benidorm).

In our company you can order a transfer from the airport to the apartments and back. The cost of an individual transfer (1 car, maximum 4 people) one way is 60 euros.

Suburban tram stops Tram in Benidorm

Suburban train (suburban tram) The tram is a very convenient form of transport by which you can get to Alicante, Altea, Calpe, Denia and other coastal towns of the Costa Blanca.
There are four commuter train stops within Benidorm: Disco Benidorm (in the area of ​​suburban discos), Benidorm main station, Terra Mitica stop and La Marina Commercial Center stop.

Below the Tram commuter train stop in Benidorm on Google map.

How much does a bus ticket cost in Benidorm?

A ticket for intracity buses in Benidorm, regardless of the length of the trip, costs 1 euro and 50 cents. You can also buy a reusable travel card. Cards can be “charged” from the driver. Denomination 10 and 20 euros. The cost of travel by card is approximately 1 euro 20 cents.

How to get to the Carrefour and La Marina shopping centers

• The final stop of bus number 2 is Rincon de Loix.
• The final stop of bus number 3 is the bus station.

How to call a taxi in Benidorm

How to call a taxi in the La Cala area of ​​Benidorm

The district of Cala Finestrat, by its postal address, belongs to the city of Villajoyosa. Therefore, when calling a taxi from this area, you need to call the radio taxi number of the city of Villajoyosa. Phone number to call radio taxi from the Cala Finestrat area : +34 96 681 00 10.

Finding a taxi rank in the Cala Finestrat area is very easy. It is located on the embankment itself.

What days are markets held in Benidorm?

The most popular market in Benidorm is held on Wednesdays and Sundays in the Rincon de Loix area(Rincon de Loix). You can get there by bus number 2. Finding it is not at all difficult - take the bus to the Rincon de Loix stop, and then just follow the large flow of people heading towards the market.

• Tuesdays and Saturdays The market is located in the Cala Finestrat area of ​​Benidorm. It's not difficult to find it here. It starts directly from the embankment along Tramuntana Street.
• On Fridays The market is held near the Cala Finestrat area, away from the sea on the busy Avenida de Villajoisa. Finding it is also not difficult - it is located very close to the Mercadona grocery supermarket.
• On Wednesdays The market used to be held just outside Benidorm, near the railway station. Now this market has been moved and the Wednesday market takes place near the Benidorm clinic. You can get to the Poniente and La Cala beach area by taxi or bus 2 to the Hospital Clinic Benidorm stop.

Cost of renting a sun lounger on the beach in Benidorm

Starting from the second half of April and ending at the end of October, paid sun loungers and umbrellas are installed on all Benidorm beaches. Cost of renting a sun lounger - 4.50 euros per day, the cost of renting an umbrella is also 4.50 euros per day. Opening hours from 09-00 am to 18-00 pm.

If you don’t want to spend money on renting a sun lounger, then settle down anywhere on the beach, because... ALL PUBLIC BEACHES IN SPAIN ARE FREE.

Bus routes in Benidorm

Buses to the commercial centers of Carrefour and La Marina.

Buses No. 2, No. 3 and No. 15 go to the Carrefour hypermarket. The starting stop of bus No. 2 is the Rincon de Loix area,

The starting stop of bus No. 3 is the bus station,

Bus number 15 goes to shopping centers from the city of Finestrat.

Buses to Mundomar and Aqualandia parks.

Bus number 1 leaves from the train station, passes through the center of Benidorm and then goes to the parks through the Rincon de Loix area. Bus number 11 goes from the bus station through the city center and then goes to the parks through the Rincon de Loix area.

Buses to the Terra Mitica theme park.

From the Rincon de Loix area, take bus number 1 to the Terra Mitica theme park (via the train station). Bus number 3 leaves from the bus station and passes through the Cala Finestrat area.

Attention: Not all buses go to the theme park, so you need to check with the driver.

Buses to the Terra Natura Natural Park.

There are two buses to the Terra Natura Animal Park: Bus number 1 comes from Benidorm from the Rincon de Loix area (via the train station). bus number 15 goes from the city of Finestrat.

The Levante Clinic can be reached by buses number 1, number 4 and number 10. All these buses pass through the city center and then continue through the Rincon de Loix area. It is not possible to get from the Cala Finestrat area to the Levante Clinic by direct bus - you need to change trains in the center of Benidorm.

Medical clinics in Benidorm

• Hospital Clinic Levante. Address: Calle Doctor Ramón y Cajal, 7, 03503 Benidorm, Appointment with a doctor by phone (+34) 966 87 87 87. Hospital phone (+34) 966 81 11 11
• Hospital Clinic Benidorm. Address: Avda. Alfonso Puchades, 8, 03501 Benidorm. General telephone: (+34) 965 85 38 50

Benidorm is a developed tourist center, a city located on the Mediterranean coast, attracting many tourists with its vibrant nightlife and variety of entertainment parks.

You can get to Benidorm from Alicante, both from Alicante airport and from the city center, by public transport - buses or metro; personal or rented car; shuttle or taxi.

From Alicante Airport to Benidorm and from Benidorm to Alicante Airport

Many tourists visiting Benidorm fly into Alicante-Elche International Airport (Aeropuerto de Alicante-Elche). Why Alicante Airport? Firstly, there is no airport in Benidorm. Secondly, the closest airport to Benidorm is in Alicante. And thirdly, direct planes fly to Alicante airport from Russia and Europe. In addition, prices for air travel from Russia to Alicante are quite reasonable, even at the height of the tourist season.

From Alicante Airport you can get to Benidorm by public bus, shuttle or taxi.

Bus

From Alicante Airport, public buses run daily to Benidorm, as well as from Benidorm to Alicante Airport. The journey takes approximately 45-50 minutes. The fare is 9.65 Euro. Carrier ALSA.

Buses run from approximately 06:15 - 08:00 in the morning until 23:00 - 00:30 the next day. Depending on the day of the week and seasons, the schedule changes, check before your trip.

Tickets can be purchased from the driver when boarding the bus at the airport, or in advance online. The stop is located right at the exit from the airport on the second floor (near the check-in areas for flights), the arrivals area is located on the first floor of the airport.

Having arrived at Alicante airport, you need to go up one floor, exit the airport building, there are stops here on the street. At each stop, large letters indicate where the bus goes. The stop we need is “BENIDORM” · CALPE."

At the stops you can see the bus schedule. The buses are large and comfortable, with air conditioning and Wi-Fi.

Shuttle and taxi/transfer

If, for some reason, the bus is not suitable for you, you can get to Benidorm from Alicante airport:

Shuttle. Place on the tourist bus to the hotel in Benidorm, or from Benidorm to Alicante airport. The shuttle collects passengers from different flights and delivers them to hotels in the city center. The maximum waiting time for departure is 60 minutes. The fare is 11 Euro. The price includes 1 piece of luggage per passenger;

Taxi. The cost of a taxi depends on the class of the car and starts from 68 Euro. Approximate travel time is 30-45 minutes.

Bus

From the center of Alicante to Benidorm, buses depart from the Estacion Adif Alicante bus stop, which is in the city center near the Alicante train station and bus station - Estacion de Autobuses de Alicante, located off Loring Avenue, at Av. Loring, 7, 03003 Alicante, Spain.

Buses run frequently. The fare ranges from 4.75 to 6 Euro, depending on the station. You can find out the exact cost and bus schedule on the official website of the ALSA carrier.

Bus station Estacion de Autobuses de Alicante

Tickets can be purchased at terminals located on the ground floor of the bus station or at ticket offices located on the second floor of the bus station. The information desk is located on the ground floor of the Alicante bus station; on the second floor there is a small cafe where you can have a snack and a cup of coffee or tea.

The buses are large and comfortable

In Benidorm the bus makes several stops: Benidorm Avd.Europa, Benidorm Jaime I and the bus station.

The most economical option if you go from the Alicante bus station is 4.75 Euro. If you go from the Alicante Estación Tren stop, the fare is 6 Euros.

The route from/to the Alicante bus station from/to the Benidorm bus station has the advantage of several buses running at night (approximately every two hours after 00:00), the fare does not change and is (at the date of writing) 4.75 Euro.

From Benidorm to the center of Alicante you can leave from the same stops or from the Benidorm bus station (Estación de Autobuses de Benidorm), located in the city center, at Paseo Els Tolls, S/N, 03502 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain. Tickets can be purchased online, at terminals or at the bus station ticket office located on the ground floor. Also, in the bus station hall there are toilets, luggage storage, waiting areas and a small cafe.

Tram/metro

The tram from Alicante to Benidorm goes along the Red Line (L1), making several stops along the way in Alicante and Benidorm.

Start in Alicante - stop Luceros (Alicante), end in Benidorm - stop Benidorm. Travel time is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.

My boyfriend and I decided to go on a trip to Spain. This is a unique country with an ancient history and unique architecture. But it also has a warm sea and wonderful resorts. One of the destinations was Benidorm, a small resort on the Mediterranean coast, but the flight home was from Alicante airport. There are several ways to get there.

By car

The rental price depends on the class of the car. As a rule, you can find a car for 25-40 euros per day. If you rent a car for a long time, you can save 20-30%.

To rent a car, you need to present a foreign passport and a driver's license, and it is not necessary to have an international license.

Where can I buy?

You can purchase a ticket at the ticket office at the station or at the terminal located there.

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The most convenient way to get there is still the bus, but if you want to enjoy the views from the window, it is worth purchasing a ticket for the suburban tram.

Alicante is a tourist favorite resort city in Spain, which is located on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, on the Costa Blanca. Near Alicante there are many resorts that are easily accessible from Alicante - in less than an hour you can drive to, and just an hour's drive away are such popular resorts as Benidorm, Altea, Calpe - we wrote more about the best inexpensive beaches of the Costa Blanca. As a rule, flights from Moscow to Alicante are cheaper than to other cities in Spain, so it is profitable to fly to Alicante and then go on vacation to other resorts. It’s especially nice in – prices are low, there are few tourists.

How to get there? Many people rent a car right at the airport or take a taxi, but public transport in Alicante is so well developed that it is often more convenient to travel to the desired city by bus or tram. The trams here are comfortable (reminiscent of comfortable electric trains) and are cheap.
Let's take a closer look:

From Alicante airport to the city

City buses from the airport run every 20 minutes, route C6, 24 hours a day. From 22:00 to 7:00 – once every 60 minutes. Upon arrival, simply go to the 2nd floor of the airport following the signs to the bus stop. For detailed routes, schedules and prices, see the official website alicante.vectalia.es

How to get from Alicante airport to Benidorm

The easiest way to get from Alicante airport to Benidorm is by bus. The bus leaves from the airport every hour, from 8 to 23 hours. Upon exiting the arrivals area at the airport, you will immediately see a sign to bus stops located on the 2nd floor. Tickets are sold from the bus driver.

While you're waiting for the bus, don't forget to have small change ready (bills of 50 euros or more are not accepted!) Coins are best.

How to get from Alicante center to Benidorm (tram)

If you arrive in Alicante late in the evening, the smartest thing to do is to spend the night in the city and then go to Benidorm calmly in the morning. TramAlicante trams run from the center of Alicante, from Luceros station, through Mercado and beyond. The closest good and inexpensive hotel to this line is Eurostars Lucentum.

Trams to Benidorm run every 30-60 minutes.

See the schedule on the official website. With tickets, everything is simple - we buy a travel card from the ticket machine at the station.

Advice: We went, we know.
The same card is valid when traveling on city buses in Alicante.

Here's how to buy a tram ticket:

First, on the left, select English or another language that will be more understandable to you.

Select a one-way ticket (Single), then select the desired station...

We indicate the number of passengers. And we pay with coins or small bills of 5 and 10 euros (20 or more are not accepted).

You can also buy a ticket from the machine inside the carriage:

Even with a large suitcase, traveling in such carriages is very convenient - there are special shelves for luggage.

How to get from Alicante to Calpe (Altea, Denia)

These resorts are located further than Benidorm, so you will have to change planes in Benidorm. It's easy - in Benidorm, just change platforms to the L9 Benidorm - Denia line. You can also buy a ticket for this stage at the station or directly on the train.