Alicante Airport to Benidorm: Bus, Taxi & Transfer (2026)

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Getting from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Benidorm takes about 40–50 minutes to cover the roughly 50 km up the Costa Blanca, and you have four realistic ways to do it. The ALSA bus is the cheapest at around €10, a taxi is about €72 door-to-door, a shared shuttle sits in between, and a private transfer is the most comfortable for families and groups. This 2026 guide compares every option on price, time and hassle — so you can pick the right one before you land and get to your hotel without overpaying.

Alicante Airport to Benidorm: quick comparison (2026)

Option	Time	Cost	Best for
ALSA bus (direct)	~50 min	~€10 pp	Lowest cost, solo/couples
Shared shuttle	~50–70 min	from ~£7–€12 pp	Budget with door service
Taxi	40–50 min	~€72 (up to 3)	On-demand, door-to-door
Private transfer	40–50 min	from ~£62 (car)	Families, groups, lots of luggage

The cheapest way: the ALSA airport bus

The ALSA bus is the budget champion from Alicante Airport to Benidorm, costing around €10 one-way for a direct service that takes about 50 minutes. Buses leave from outside the arrivals terminal and run frequently through the day in summer, dropping you at Benidorm’s bus station. It’s comfortable, air-conditioned and has luggage holds. The one catch is that these buses fill up quickly in peak season, so buy your ticket online in advance if you’re travelling between June and September — and remember the bus station isn’t the beachfront, so factor in a short taxi or walk to your hotel at the end.

Taxi from Alicante Airport to Benidorm

A taxi is the simplest door-to-door option. Official airport taxis wait at the rank outside arrivals and charge roughly €72 for up to three passengers (most quotes land in the €70–€80 range), taking 40–50 minutes depending on traffic. There’s no meter surprise on the fixed airport-to-Benidorm tariff for a standard car, but confirm the fare with the driver before you set off. A taxi makes most sense if you’re a group of three or four splitting the cost, arriving late at night, or simply want to go straight to your hotel door without a bus-station stop.

Shared shuttle transfers

Shared shuttle services (such as Beniconnect and other Costa Blanca operators) start from around £7–€12 per person and take you from the airport towards your hotel or a nearby drop point in Benidorm. The journey is usually 50–70 minutes because the shuttle may make a few stops for other passengers. It’s a good middle ground — cheaper than a private car, but with more of a door service than the public bus. Pre-book online and you’ll have a driver waiting with a name board in arrivals.

Private transfer: best for families and groups

A pre-booked private transfer gives you a vehicle to yourselves, door-to-door from the airport to your Benidorm hotel in about 40–50 minutes. Prices start from roughly £62 for a car (1–3 people) and around £103 for a minibus for larger groups, as a fixed fare regardless of traffic. The driver meets you in arrivals, helps with luggage, and takes you straight to your accommodation — no bus-station change, no queue. For families with children, car seats can usually be requested, and split between four or more people it often works out close to the taxi fare while being more comfortable.

How far is Benidorm from Alicante Airport?

Benidorm is about 50 km north-east of Alicante Airport, along the AP-7 motorway and the N-332 coastal road. In free-flowing traffic the drive is 40–50 minutes, but allow extra in the peak summer months and on Saturday changeover days, when the Costa Blanca roads are at their busiest. The route is straightforward and well signposted, which is why fixed-price taxis and transfers are reliable on timing outside of holiday-weekend jams.

Which option should you choose?

• Cheapest: the ALSA bus (~€10) — ideal for solo travellers and couples travelling light.
• Best value door-to-door: a private transfer for families or groups of four-plus, especially with luggage or car seats.
• Quickest with no planning: a taxi from the rank, best split between three or four people.
• Late-night arrival: a pre-booked transfer or taxi — bus frequency drops in the evening.

Getting to your Benidorm hotel

Benidorm splits roughly into the Levante Beach and Rincón de Loix area to the east (livelier, more nightlife), the Old Town in the middle, and the quieter Poniente Beach to the west. The bus and taxi both arrive centrally, but if you’re on the public bus you’ll finish at the bus station and may want a short local taxi to a Levante or Poniente hotel. A private transfer or taxi takes you directly to your accommodation, which is the big time-saver at the end of a travel day — worth knowing if your hotel is at the far end of either beach.

Tips for summer travel

• Book buses and transfers online in advance from June to September — the cheapest options sell out first.
• Allow extra time on Saturdays, the main holiday changeover day, when roads and the airport are busiest.
• Carry small cash for a local taxi if your hotel is a walk from the bus station.
• Confirm the fixed taxi fare before you leave the rank so there are no surprises.
• For the return, plan your airport arrival time carefully — use our airport arrival time calculator to leave enough buffer.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get from Alicante Airport to Benidorm?

The four main options are the direct ALSA bus (~€10, about 50 minutes), a shared shuttle (from ~£7–€12 per person), a taxi (about €72 for up to three) or a private transfer (from ~£62 for a car). The bus is cheapest; a taxi or private transfer is quickest door-to-door.

How much is a taxi from Alicante Airport to Benidorm?

About €72 for up to three passengers, with most quotes in the €70–€80 range. Confirm the fixed airport tariff with the driver before you set off.

Is there a direct bus from Alicante Airport to Benidorm?

Yes. The ALSA airport bus runs directly from Alicante Airport to Benidorm bus station in around 50 minutes for roughly €10 one-way. Buy your ticket online in advance during the busy summer months.

How long does it take to get from Alicante Airport to Benidorm?

Around 40–50 minutes by taxi or private transfer, and about 50 minutes on the direct bus. Allow extra time in July and August and on Saturday changeover days.

How far is Benidorm from Alicante Airport?

About 50 km, via the AP-7 motorway and the N-332 coast road to the north-east of the airport.

What is the cheapest way from Alicante Airport to Benidorm?

The ALSA bus at around €10 one-way is the cheapest option. A shared shuttle is the next most economical while still offering more of a door service.

Is a private transfer better than the bus?

It depends on your group. The bus is far cheaper for solo travellers and couples, but for families or groups of four-plus a private transfer takes you straight to your hotel door for a fixed fare, and split between everyone it can be close to the taxi price.

How much is a private transfer to Benidorm?

Private transfers start from around £62 for a car carrying up to three people, and about £103 for a minibus for larger groups, as a fixed door-to-door fare.

Do I need to book Alicante airport transfers in advance?

In summer, yes. Buses, shuttles and private transfers all fill up between June and September, and pre-booking online usually secures the best price and a guaranteed seat or vehicle.

Is there a train from Alicante Airport to Benidorm?

There’s no direct train from the airport. You would first travel into Alicante city, then take the TRAM (Line 1) along the coast to Benidorm — a scenic but slow journey of well over an hour with changes, so it’s rarely the best choice with luggage.

Are there transfers late at night from Alicante Airport?

Yes. Taxis operate 24/7 from the rank, and pre-booked private transfers meet late flights. Public bus frequency drops in the evening, so for a late arrival a taxi or booked transfer is the safer bet.

How do I get from Benidorm bus station to my hotel?

Benidorm bus station is central but not on the beachfront. From there it’s a short local taxi or, if you’re travelling light, a walk to most Levante or Poniente hotels. A taxi or private transfer from the airport avoids this final step by dropping you at your door.

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Fares, distances and journey times verified July 2026 against ALSA, official Alicante Airport taxi tariffs and Costa Blanca transfer operators. Prices are typical 2026 ranges and can change with season, demand and group size — confirm with the operator before you travel.