The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Benidorm
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
365 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Benidorm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Benidorm will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 1 trains that leave Madrid Barajas Airport for Benidorm on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 365 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:15 AM2h22Madrid Barajas Airport11:37 AMBenidorm$161One-way0 transfers
9:15 AM2h22Madrid Barajas Airport11:37 AMBenidorm$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Madrid Barajas Airport to Benidorm
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Benidorm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $38.
Distance: 226 miles (365 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price | $69 Average price | $100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Barajas Airport to Benidorm:
A train is $31 (€24) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Benidorm costing on average $54 (€43).
A train is $46 (€36) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid Barajas Airport to Benidorm costing on average $69 (€55).
Other travel options to Benidorm take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 23m.
Bus takes on average 5h 47m.
The journey is about 2h 1m faster (2h 23m by train vs 4h 24m by car) and roughly $76 (€61) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($24 (€19) vs $100 (€80)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Madrid Barajas Airport to Benidorm train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Benidorm trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:15 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h22 | 11:37 AM Benidorm | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid Barajas Airport to Benidorm
Trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Benidorm run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:15, the last at 13:15. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (365 km) distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 226 miles (365 km) |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 9:15 AM |
Last train 1:15 PM |
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Train companies: SNCF OUIGO from Madrid Barajas Airport to Benidorm trainsSNCF OUIGO trains will get you between Madrid Barajas Airport and Benidorm from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Benidorm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport 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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