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Museo Boca del Calvari
Municipal museum displaying Roman and later finds from the Tossal de la Cala site, explaining Benidorm’s ancient past.
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Benidorm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £34.
Distance: 372 km
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£43 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price |
5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Take a train from Barcelona to Benidorm and enjoy the approximately 372 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 21:07.
Distance 372 km |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 21:07 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Discover the best of Benidorm — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Benidorm trip today.
Municipal museum displaying Roman and later finds from the Tossal de la Cala site, explaining Benidorm’s ancient past.
Small ethnographic museum in a historic house showing how local families lived before Benidorm’s tourism boom.
Cultural centre with rotating contemporary art and heritage exhibitions in a restored old-town building near the seafront.
Long sandy beach promenade lined with shops and services, ideal for walking, people-watching and easy access to the sea.
Benidorm’s old quarter of narrow streets, small squares and whitewashed buildings, best for atmosphere and local character.
Calmer, broader beach and promenade popular for sunset walks, with a more local feel than Levante.
Rice cooked in rich fish stock with assorted seafood. A hallmark of the Costa Blanca, it reflects Benidorm’s fishing heritage.
Short pasta cooked in seafood stock, often with monkfish, squid or prawns. A beloved Alicante coast dish with deep maritime flavour.
Bomba rice baked with stock, chickpeas, potatoes, tomato and pork or blood sausage. A traditional inland Alicante dish also common locally.
Elegant dining room known for refined rice dishes, seafood and Mediterranean cooking in Benidorm’s old town.
Long-established restaurant specialising in rice dishes, fish and classic Alicante cooking with a polished but relaxed feel.
Stylish seafront restaurant focused on rice, fresh fish and Mediterranean plates with broad bay views.
Benidorm is moderate for Spain’s coast: budget eats are easy, hotels rise in peak season, and local buses stay fairly cheap.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service; in cafés, small change is enough. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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Benidorm Estación de Autobuses -> Plaça del Castell, Benidorm
Trains from Barcelona to Benidorm are run by several train companies including Spanish Railways (Renfe) and Talgo. Both companies do not complete the journey to Benidorm. There is one change along the route at Alicant-Terminal where travellers must board another train to Benidorm. The departure station is Barcelona-Sants while the arrival station is Alicant-Terminal. While Renfe trains take an average of 4 hours and 50 minutes to reach Alicant-Terminal, it takes an average of 5 hours and 58 minutes for a Talgo train. There is a Spanish Railways train leaving the station every three hours, each day of the week.
Trains from Barcelona to Benidorm-Alicante station depart from Barcelona Sants Station. This large international station is located South West of Barcelona and linked to the city by trams, Metro and buses, including tourist buses. Barcelona's efficient transport network is made up of Metro and buses, including many night time routes. Taxis are available at Barcelona Sants Station.
Benidorm is a busy and popular tourist resort on the Costa Blanca coast of Spain, not far from Alicante. Benidorm is full of high-rise hotels, catering for all budgets, as well as having the long sandy beaches of Levante and Poniente, both with promenades, cafes and entertainment. Benidorm is designed for fun aimed at visitors of all ages, with water parks, such as Aqualandia and 4kwatro, sea life aquariums, cabarets, casinos and restaurants. Benidorm is surrounded by stunning countryside and coastline, with the beautiful old town of Altea and the Terra Natura Wildlife Park just short distances away. Trains from Barcelona to Benidorm arrive at Alicante Station, 38 km away. The two towns are linked by a fast tram service, with a transfer time of around 1 hour. Buses also run between Benidorm and Alicante. Benidorm is compact enough to explore on foot, but also has an excellent bus network, with routes running until midnight. Taxis are available at Alicante Station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Benidorm by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Benidorm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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