What is the cheapest way to get from Santander to Benidorm?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Benidorm is to bus which costs €65 - €75 and takes 11h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander to Benidorm?

The fastest way to get from Santander to Benidorm is to fly which takes 3h 44m and costs €75 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Benidorm?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santander Bus Station station and arriving at Benidorm. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Benidorm?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Benidorm. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Benidorm via Madrid Chamartín and Alicante - Luceros. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

How far is it from Santander to Benidorm?

The distance between Santander and Benidorm is 699 km. The road distance is 822.6 km.

How do I travel from Santander to Benidorm without a car?

The best way to get from Santander to Benidorm without a car is to train and tram via Madrid which takes 9h 19m and costs €55 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Santander to Benidorm?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Santander to Benidorm, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Benidorm bus from?

Santander to Benidorm bus services, operated by Bilman, depart from Santander Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Santander to Benidorm train from?

Santander to Benidorm train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.

Bus or fly from Santander to Benidorm?

The best way to get from Santander to Benidorm is to fly which takes 3h 44m and costs €75 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €75 and takes 11h 55m.

Where does the Santander to Benidorm bus arrive?

Santander to Benidorm bus services, operated by Bilman, arrive at Benidorm station.

Where does the Santander to Benidorm train arrive?

Santander to Benidorm train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Santander to Benidorm?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Benidorm is 823 km. It takes approximately 8h 30m to drive from Santander to Benidorm.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santander to Benidorm?

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Where can I stay near Benidorm?

There are 6650+ hotels available in Benidorm.

Santander to Benidorm - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Santander to Benidorm by plane, train, tram, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Santander Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)SDR - ALC
3h 44m
€75–245
Bus via Zaragoza
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Estación Central de Autobuses de ZaragozaAlsa
2. Take the bus from Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragoza to BenidormVac-133
12h 15m
€54–106
Train, tram via Madrid
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid ChamartínAlv / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Alacant/Alicante TerminalAve
3. Take the tram from Alicante - Luceros to Benidorm1
9h 19m
€57–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander Bus Station to Benidorm
11h 55m
€65–75
Drive 822.6 km
1. Drive from Santander to Benidorm822.6 km
8h 30m
€131–189
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Alicante-Elche Airport
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)BIO - ALC
5h 31m
€61–139
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Valencia Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Valencia Airport (VLC)BIO - VLC
3. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to Benidorm Estación De Autobuses
7h 11m
€57–174
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Santander to Alacant/Alicante TerminalAlv
2. Take the tram from Alicante - Luceros to Benidorm1
9h 27m
€68–131

Santander to Benidorm by train, foot, and tram

12Weekly Services

9h 19mAverage Duration

€57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 699.1 km
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Benidorm, Spain?

Vueling Airlines and Iberia fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) twice daily. Alternatively, Bilman operates a bus from Santander Bus Station to Benidorm 3 times a day. Tickets cost €65–75 and the journey takes 11h 55m.

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