The average train between Madrid and Elda takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Madrid to Elda. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Madrid and Elda. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Madrid is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Elda at 8:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Elda. However, there are services departing from Madrid station and arriving at Elda station via Villena Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.
Madrid to Elda train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.
Madrid to Elda train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Villena Av station.
The distance between Madrid and Elda is 330 km. The road distance is 457 km.
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Villena Av 5 times a day. Tickets cost €50–85 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Renfe AVE also services this route 3 times a day.