The Alicante tram line is super convenient if you want to travel from Benidorm to take day trips to other towns across the Costa Blanca. Luckily, Benidorm has a few tram stops you can depart from! It’s a lovely way to get around without a car, and reduces the hassle of paying for parking.
I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about using the Benidorm tram – where to catch it, how much it costs, and which line gets you where.
What is the Benidorm tram?
The tram (officially called TRAM Metropolitano de Alicante, though everyone just calls it “the tram”) is a modern light rail system that connects Alicante city with Denia, stopping at all the main Costa Blanca towns in between. It’s clean, air-conditioned, and really straightforward to use even if you don’t speak Spanish.
Benidorm tram station locations
The main tram station sits right in central Benidorm, on Avenida Europa. You’ll spot the modern building easily – it’s got “TRAM” written in large letters outside.
Benidorm: Av. Beniardá, 63, 03502 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
The other one is the Benidorm Intermodal, based further on the outskirts of Benidorm and nearby the local Benidorm Bus station.
Benidorm Intermodal: Benidorm Intermodal, 03502, Alicante, Spain
Tram lines from Benidorm
The main service from Benidorm is the L9 tram line. This line heads north from Benidorm up the coast to Denia, passing through some absolutely gorgeous towns. The full journey takes about 75 minutes. Here are all the stops along the route (in order):
- Denia
- La Xara
- Gata de Gorgos
- Teulada
- Benissa
- Calpe
- Olla Altea
- Cap Negret
- Garganes
- Altea
- El Albir
- L’Alfaz del Pi
- Camí Coves
- Benidorm Intermodal
- Benidorm
Train routes from Benidorm
The main routes you’ll likely use are:
- Line 9 (Benidorm to Dénia): Goes north through Altea and Calpe, taking around 75 minutes to reach Dénia
- Line 1 (Benidorm to Alicante): Takes about 70 minutes and stops at places like Villajoyosa and El Campello
Benidorm Tram Timetable
Here’s what you need to know about the tram schedules:
Schedules:
- First train from Benidorm: 6:00 AM
- Last train from Benidorm: 10:00 PM
- Trains run every hour.
Use the Tram Alicant site to get accurate updates on times to help plan your trip. Add Denia station and choose any destination station to get timings.
During the summer months of July, August and early September, special night trams run on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. These are brilliant if you’re out late and need to get back to Benidorm from nearby towns.
Buying tram tickets
I always recommend getting a return ticket (ida y vuelta in Spanish) as it works out cheaper than two singles. You can buy tickets right at the station from the machines – they have an English option and take both cash and cards.
The tram uses a zone system. Benidorm to Altea or Calpe is usually within 2 zones, whilst Benidorm to Alicante is 3-4 zones depending on where you get off.
You can buy single tickets or return tickets (ida y vuelta) at the machines in the station. Return tickets work out cheaper than buying two singles.
| Ticket Type | 1 zone B – C – T1 – T2 | 2 zones AB – BC | 3 zones ABC |
| Single ticket | 1,45 € | 2,80 € | 3,90 € |
| Return ticket | 2,50 € | 4,80 € | 6,65 € |
| Bono 10 | 8,00 € | 12,00 € | 20,00 € |
| Bono 10 Jove | 6,80 € | 10,20 € | 17,00 € |
| Bono 30 | 22,80 € | 34,20 € | 57,00 € |
| 24 h | — | — | 8,00 € |
| Group ticket (fare indicated per journey) | 0,80 € | 1,20 € | 2,00 € |
| Gent Major Monthly | — | — | 9,70 € |
| Gent Major Annual | — | — | 87,30 € |
| Mobilitat Monthly | — | — | 9,70 € |
| Mobilitat Annual | — | — | 87,30 € |
Example return fares from Benidorm:
- To Altea: €2.50
- To Calpe: €2.50
- To Villajoyosa: €2.50
- To Alicante: Around €4.80 (varies slightly by exact stop)
Bono 10 (10-trip card)
This card gives you 10 journeys and is valid for 30 days from when you first use it. It’s perfect if you’re planning multiple day trips during your holiday.
Bono 30 Monthly passes
For anyone staying longer or living here, monthly passes range will be the most cost effective for you if you’re planning to use the tram frequently.
How to use the Benidorm tram
Buying your ticket
The ticket machines are right there in the station and have an English language option. They accept both cash and cards.
- Select English on the screen
- Choose your destination (or zone)
- Select single, return, or whichever Bono pass
- Pay
- Take your ticket – you’ll need it for the whole journey!
Getting on and off
When you board the tram, validate your ticket at the yellow machines near the doors (just hold it against the reader).
To signal you want to get off at the next stop, press the yellow button near the doors. A light will come on showing the driver you’ve requested the stop. The tram displays the next station on electronic signs inside the carriage, and there’s usually an announcement too.
Luggage and accessibility
The trams are spacious with plenty of room for luggage if you’re heading to or from Alicante airport. There’s also wheelchair access and spaces for pushchairs.
Where can you go from Benidorm?
The tram opens up the entire northern Costa Blanca for easy day trips. Here are the places I’d recommend visiting:
Altea (30 minutes north) – Wander the gorgeous old town with its iconic blue-domed church, or spend the day on the beach. Read my full Altea guide.
Calpe (40-50 minutes north) – Home to the famous Peñón de Ifach rock that you can climb for incredible views. The beaches here are lovely too. See things to do in Calpe.
Villajoyosa (15 minutes south) – Known for its rainbow-coloured houses along the seafront and the Valor chocolate museum. Discover Villajoyosa.
Alicante (70 minutes south) – The capital city has fantastic shopping, stunning Santa Bárbara Castle, and brilliant tapas bars. Plan your Alicante visit.
Denia (75 minutes north) – A historic port town with a castle, lovely beaches, and excellent seafood restaurants.
The tram really is the easiest way to see more of the Costa Blanca without dealing with car hire, parking, or motorway stress. The air conditioning is a lifesaver on hot summer days, and the coastal views on some sections of the route are absolutely stunning!
When to use the tram
I find the tram brilliant for day trips. You can easily reach:
- Alicante city for shopping and its stunning castle
- Villajoyosa for its bright houses and chocolate factory
- Altea for its white-washed old town
- Calpe for its famous rock and seafood restaurants
The carriages are air-conditioned, which makes it a much nicer option than driving on hot summer days. Plus, you won’t need to worry about parking when you arrive!
