- Recommended
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 Santander to Benidorm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, while a flight costs an average of £67.
Distance: 628 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£56 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price | £124 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 3m Average total duration 11h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Benidorm:
A coach is £11 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santander to Benidorm costing on average £67.
Other travel options to Benidorm take longer:
Coach takes on average 11h 33m.
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Take a train from Santander to Benidorm and enjoy the approximately 628 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 13:20.
Distance 628 km |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 13:20 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander 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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