What's the best taxi firm in Benidorm?

Radio Taxi Benidorm is the main official licensed taxi cooperative — every white-with-blue-stripe taxi at the resort's ranks belongs to it. There's no separate 'best' firm in town; they're all on the same metered municipal tariff. For pre-booked airport transfers, several private firms operate alongside.

What's the Radio Taxi Benidorm phone number?

Radio Taxi Benidorm can be called on +34 965 86 18 18 for 24-hour pick-ups. Numbers occasionally change — your hotel reception can always call one for you, often within 5 minutes.

How much is a taxi in Benidorm?

Inside the resort, expect €5 to €10 for most rides — Levante to the Old Town runs around €6, Rincón de Loix to Poniente around €8. Flag-drop is around €1.80 plus per-km. Night and Sunday tariffs add about 20%.

How much is a taxi from Alicante airport to Benidorm?

Metered taxis from Alicante–Elche airport to Benidorm run €70 to €90 one way (60–70 minute drive). Pre-booked transfers are often cheaper at €55 to €75 fixed price, especially for groups.

Are taxis in Benidorm safe?

Yes — licensed taxis are well regulated. Only use white cars with a blue diagonal stripe and a roof sign. Avoid unmarked cars offering rides outside clubs. All licensed cars run a meter; ask 'taxímetro, por favor' if it's not started.

Can I book a Benidorm taxi by app?

Yes — Radio Taxi Benidorm has its own booking app, and PideTaxi covers the resort too. Uber and Bolt operate in Alicante but coverage in Benidorm itself is limited.

Do Benidorm taxis take card?

Most do now, contactless included, but not all — keep €20 to €30 cash on you as a backup. Always ask before getting in if it matters for a long ride.

Can I pre-book a taxi to Alicante airport?

Yes — Radio Taxi Benidorm and several private transfer companies take advance bookings for airport runs. Pre-booking is recommended for early-morning flights and gets you a fixed price.

How many people fit in a Benidorm taxi?

Standard licensed taxis seat 4 passengers. Larger 6 or 8-seater vehicles are available on request — phone ahead and ask for a 'taxi grande' or book through a private transfer firm.

Do Benidorm taxis charge for luggage?

There's a small per-bag supplement (around €0.50) on the official tariff for large suitcases. The fee is shown on the printed tariff card inside every licensed taxi.

Benidorm Taxis – Numbers, Airport Fares, Ranks & Apps (2026)

Benidorm taxis – numbers, airport fares, ranks & apps (2026)

All licensed taxis in Benidorm are run by the same cooperative — Radio Taxi Benidorm on +34 965 86 18 18 — on a single official tariff, so there's no shopping around for a cheaper firm in town. For airport transfers, several private firms operate alongside with fixed-price quotes.

Here's how the system works, what fares to expect, and how to book — by phone, app, or rank.

The main taxi service

Radio Taxi Benidorm — the official municipal cooperative. Book by phone or app, or grab one from any taxi rank at Plaza Triangular, Levante, the Old Town, Rincón de Loix, the Mercado Municipal, the bus station and most major hotels.

Airport transfers

Alicante airport (ALC)

Drive time 60–70 minutes

Valencia airport (VLC)

Pre-booked transfer: €180–€230 fixed
Drive time roughly 90 minutes
Only worth it if your flight is significantly cheaper

Taxi rank locations

Plaza Triangular, Levante
Avenida del Mediterráneo (several ranks along Levante)
Benidorm bus station and the Mercado Municipal
Outside most large hotels

Taxi apps that work in Benidorm

PideTaxi — covers licensed Benidorm taxis

Pre-booked private transfer firms

For airport pick-ups and large groups, several private transfer firms run alongside Radio Taxi — useful for fixed-price quotes and bigger vehicles (8-seater, 16-seater, baby seats). Book online a day in advance for the best rates.

Safety tips

Only use white cars with a blue diagonal stripe and a roof sign.
Confirm the meter is on at the start of the ride.
Avoid unmarked cars touting rides outside clubs.
Keep small notes for the fare — drivers don't always have change for €50s.
Card payment is becoming standard but not universal.
Take a photo of the licence number on the door if you leave a bag.

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