Planning your next holiday and choosing Gandía Beach as your destination? Great choice. In this complete guide, I explain step by step how to get to Gandía Beach so your journey is simple and stress-free.

Options for getting to Gandía Beach

Before getting into the transport details, here is a quick introduction to Gandía.

Located about 65 kilometres south of Valencia, Gandía is known for its impressive beach, more than 7 kilometres long, which has been awarded the Blue Flag for its quality and services.

1. How to get to Gandía Beach by train

The train is one of the most comfortable and affordable ways to reach Gandía, especially if you are travelling from Valencia or the surrounding area.

  • From Valencia: Gandía has a Renfe Cercanías station. Take the train from Valencia’s Estación del Norte. The journey takes about 1 hour.

  • From other cities: if you arrive in Valencia by AVE high-speed train from Madrid or other parts of Spain, there is a free shuttle bus connecting Joaquín Sorolla station, where the AVE arrives, with Estación del Norte.

Getting to Gandía Beach

Important: from Gandía Renfe station to Gandía Beach

Once you arrive at Gandía Renfe train station, you will need to take an additional bus to reach the beach:

  • Look for the bus stop just opposite the station. A yellow bus called La Marina passes roughly every 20 minutes.

  • This bus takes you directly to Gandía Beach.

  • The journey takes approximately 15-20 minutes.

  • Buses are frequent, especially during high season.

Gandía to Gandía Beach

Tip: besides Renfe, low-cost operators such as Avlo, Ouigo and Iryo run from Madrid and other cities to Valencia.

2. How to get to Gandía Beach by bus

The bus is another comfortable and affordable option, especially if you are travelling from Madrid or intermediate cities.

  • From Madrid: Auto-Res AvanzaBus offers direct services to Gandía, with stops both in the city and at the beach.

  • From Valencia and Alicante: Alsa connects these cities with Gandía bus station.

Bus to Gandía Beach

Local tip: once in Gandía, you can take the urban bus “La Marina Gandiense” to reach the beach. It operates from 6:30 to 00:30 and has many stops along the coast.

3. How to get to Gandía Beach by plane

Although Gandía does not have its own airport, it is well connected with the two closest airports:

  • Valencia Airport (Manises): 86 km from Gandía. From here, you can take a train, bus or taxi, or rent a car.

  • Alicante-Elche Airport: 126 km from Gandía. You can get there by bus with ALSA, by taxi or by rental car.

4. How to get to the beach by car

If you prefer the freedom of travelling by car, these are the main routes:

  • From Valencia or Alicante: take the AP-7, now toll-free, or the N-332.

  • From Albacete: use the A-31 and then the A-35.

Important tip: when coming via the AP-7, always take exit 60, not exit 61, to avoid traffic jams in Bellreguard.

5. How to get to Gandía Beach by taxi

A taxi is a comfortable and fast option, especially if you have a lot of luggage or prefer a direct journey without worrying about timetables or connections.

From Gandía train station:

  • If you arrive by train at Gandía Renfe station, you will find a taxi rank just outside the station. A taxi to Gandía Beach costs around €10-15, and the journey takes approximately 10 minutes.
Taxi to Gandía Beach

Additional tips for your trip

  • Book in advance: especially in high season, July and August, it is best to book your accommodation and transport ahead of time.

  • Explore beyond the beach: although the beach is the main attraction, do not miss Gandía’s historic centre and monuments.

  • Try the local food: fideuà and arroz a banda are typical dishes that are well worth trying.

  • Getting around Gandía: the urban bus “La Marina Gandiense” is an excellent option for travelling between the city and the beach. You can also use Radio Taxi Gandía (962843000) for more specific journeys.

  • Best time to visit: although summer is the most popular season, spring and autumn offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds.

Getting to Gandía Beach is easy and accessible from anywhere in Spain. Whether you choose to come by train, bus, plane or car, you will find convenient options for your trip.