Getting around Dénia can be really convenient if you know how to use its network of city buses. Although it’s a relatively small town, the surrounding areas are extensive, especially towards the northern beaches and the southern coves. This is where public transport becomes essential.
The bus network in Dénia, operated by Denibus, is designed to connect the areas furthest from the town centre, including Les Marines, Las Rotas, and the regional hospital. Everything revolves around a central hub: Explanada Cervantes, in the port area. From here, the four main lines depart, each following a different route with schedules adapted to the season.
In this article, I’ll explain everything: routes, timetables, fares, and some tips that you won’t find on the official websites.
- Where Are the Main Stops? The Heart of the System: Explanada Cervantes
- Les Marines Line: Perfect for the Northern Beaches
- Costa Calma Line: Explore the Coast up to the Racons River
- Las Rotas Line: Easy Access to Dénia’s Most Beautiful Coves
- Bus to Denia Hospital: Useful for Getting Around the Town Centre
- Denia Bus Timetables: Summer vs Winter
- Denia Bus Fares: Prices and Discounts
- Frequently Asked Questions: 10-Trip Ticket, Tickets and Practical Tips
- Was this guide to Denia buses useful?
Where Are the Main Stops? The Heart of the System: Explanada Cervantes
All bus lines in Dénia start their journey at Explanada Cervantes, right in the port area next to the Maritime Museum. This central location makes it easy to plan any trip, as you can reach almost any destination from here.
From Explanada Cervantes, the following lines depart:
- Line Les Marines
- Line Costa Calma
- Line Las Rotas
- Line Hospital
This departure point turns the station into a small local transport hub. If you’re in the town centre, it’s only a short walk to catch any bus. Additionally, the routes are designed to make circular trips, making the return journey hassle-free.
Les Marines Line: Perfect for the Northern Beaches
This line is probably the most popular during the summer months. It runs through the first half of the Les Marines area, from the port to Nova Dénia, passing by numerous residential areas, hotels, and well-known restaurants. It connects with the Costa Calma line, which goes all the way to the end of Les Marines.
Stops:
1. Explanada Cervantes 2. Plaza El Raset 3. Restaurante Fernando 4. Opposite Burger King 5. Café Solo 6. Edif. Sarc 7. Urb. Poblet 8. Hotel Villa Amor 9. Urb. Las Nereidas 10. Las Brisas 11. Urb. Las Velas 12. Hotel Los Ángeles 13. Urb. El Palmar 14. Urb. Les Fonts 15. Urb. Golden Park 16. Nova Dénia 17. Explanada Cervantes
Useful Details:
- Journey Duration: approx. 15 minutes
- Winter Timetable:
- Outbound: 8:30 – 20:30
- Return: 9:15 – 21:15
- Summer Timetable (28 June – 3 September):
- Outbound: 8:00 – 23:40
- Return: 8:15 – 23:55
Personally, this line is my favourite for spending the day at the beach without worrying about the car. In summer, the bus runs frequently enough and is ideal if you’re staying in one of the mid-section residential areas.
Costa Calma Line: Explore the Coast up to the Racons River
The Costa Calma line is a kind of continuation of the Les Marines line. It also starts at Explanada Cervantes, but its second stop is where the Les Marines line ends, covering the second stretch of beaches, from Nova Dénia to the Racons River, at the northern end of the municipality.
Stops:
1. Explanada Cervantes 2. Urb. La Alberca 3. Restaurante Noguera 4. Urb. Las Ranas 5. Rest. Paquebote 6. Mar de Samar Beach Club 7. Restaurante Isa 8. Urb. Costa Calma 9. Urb. Las Rosas 10. Apartamentos El Cid 11. Camping Los Llanos 12. Camping Los Patos 13. Apart. H3 Belman Playa 14. Azahar Ice Cream Parlour 15. Racons River
Useful Details:
- Journey Duration: approx. 30 minutes
- Winter Timetable:
- Outbound: 8:30 – 20:30
- Return: 9:00 – 21:00
- Summer Timetable:
- Outbound: 8:00 – 23:00
- Return: 8:30 – 23:30
It’s ideal if you’re staying in a more remote campsite or apartment. As a regular user, I’ve found it very useful for exploring less touristy areas at a more relaxed pace. The scenery changes, and the atmosphere is calmer than in the central areas.
Las Rotas Line: Easy Access to Dénia’s Most Beautiful Coves
If you enjoy rocky coves, snorkelling, or simply taking in natural landscapes, this line is your ally. It runs through the entire Las Rotas area, south of the town centre, and drops you practically at the beach.
Stops:
Explanada Cervantes 2. Pharmacy/La Guitarra 3. Hotel Port Dénia – Tropicana 4. La Marineta 5. Troyas Cadenetes 6. Salons El Poblet 7. Caminal El Pegolí 8. Camping Tolosa 9. La Ermita 10. Las Viñas 11. Restaurante La Estancia 12. Hotel Las Rotas 13. Restaurante El Pino 14. Restaurante Mena
Useful Details:
- Journey Duration: approx. 15 minutes
- Winter Timetable:
- Outbound: 8:00 – 20:00
- Return: 8:15 – 20:15
- Summer Timetable:
- Outbound: 8:00 – 23:00
- Return: 8:15 – 23:15
It’s the perfect line for spending the day at one of the coves without worrying about parking. I recommend taking it early in the summer when Las Rotas is still quiet. I’ve always found it amazing to be able to reach there so easily by public transport.
Bus to Denia Hospital: Useful for Getting Around the Town Centre
Although its main destination is the Marina Alta Hospital, this line covers a large part of Denia’s town centre with many intermediate stops and reaches the La Xara district where the hospital is located. If you need to move around town, this is your line.
Urban Stops:
Outbound route:
- Explanada Cervantes 2. Calle Calderón Social Centre 3. Calle Diana Calzados Mayordomo 4. Archduke Carlos Park next to the herbalist 5. Avda. Alicante Bar La Llesca 6. Avda. Valencia opposite Llebeig School 7. San Carlos Clinic 8. Funeral Home 9. Marina Salud Hospital
Return route:
- Marina Salud Hospital 2. Funeral Home 3. San Carlos Clinic 4. Avda. Valencia opposite Llebeig School 5. Avda. Alicante Bar La Llesca 6. Archduke Carlos Square opposite driving school 7. Diana Street crossing opposite Talleres Quirro 8. Patricio Ferrándiz Driving School Guillem 9. Explanada Cervantes
Useful Details:
- Journey Duration: approx. 15 minutes
- Winter Timetable:
- Outbound: 7:30 – 19:30
- Return: 7:45 – 19:45
- Summer Timetable:
- Outbound: 7:30 – 22:30
- Return: 7:45 – 22:45
It has saved me more than once for medical appointments or simply for getting around Denia without taking the car. It passes close to key areas such as the bus station, schools, clinics, and social centres.
Denia Bus Timetables: Summer vs Winter
One of the keys to making the most of transport in Denia is understanding the seasonal timetable changes.
✅ Summer (28 June – 3 September):
- Services until 23:00 or even 23:55 on the busiest lines.
- Higher frequency, ideal for nightlife.
✅ Winter:
- Last services around 20:30 or 21:00.
- Less frequent services.
My tip: if you visit Denia in summer, the bus is a great option for going out at night without worrying about parking or driving.
Denia Bus Fares: Prices and Discounts
Here are the updated fares for all lines:
- 🎫 Standard fare: €1.50
- 🎫 10-trip ticket: €12
- 👵 Seniors (Mon-Fri): €0.95
- 👵 Seniors (weekend): €1
- 👨👩👧 Large families (Mon-Fri): €1.10
- 👨👩👧 Large families (weekend): €1.15
Frequently Asked Questions: 10-Trip Ticket, Tickets and Practical Tips
Was this guide to Denia buses useful?
The bus is an efficient, affordable, and comfortable way to get around. It is true that during the high season buses may experience delays because the roads they travel have heavy traffic. But they are very useful for getting to the beaches of Las Marinas or the incredible coves of Las Rotas, and the Hospital line helps move around the town centre. In addition, Denia has a bus station offering regional, national, and even international services.
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