What is the cheapest way to get from Ciudad Real to Elda?

The cheapest way to get from Ciudad Real to Elda is to bus which costs €28 - €32 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ciudad Real to Elda?

The fastest way to get from Ciudad Real to Elda is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €38.

Is there a direct bus between Ciudad Real and Elda?

No, there is no direct bus from Ciudad Real to Elda. However, there are services departing from Ciudad Real, Estación de Autobuses and arriving at Elda via Albacete. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Ciudad Real and Elda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ciudad Real-Central and arriving at Elda-Petrel. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Ciudad Real to Elda?

The distance between Ciudad Real and Elda is 380 km. The road distance is 329.6 km.

How do I travel from Ciudad Real to Elda without a car?

The best way to get from Ciudad Real to Elda without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €38.

How long does it take to get from Ciudad Real to Elda?

The train from Ciudad Real-Central to Elda-Petrel takes 3h 25m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Ciudad Real to Elda bus from?

Ciudad Real to Elda bus services, operated by Autocares Grupo Samar, depart from Ciudad Real, Estación de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Ciudad Real to Elda train from?

Ciudad Real to Elda train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Ciudad Real-Central station.

Train or bus from Ciudad Real to Elda?

The best way to get from Ciudad Real to Elda is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €38. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €32 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Ciudad Real to Elda bus arrive?

Ciudad Real to Elda bus services, operated by Autocares Grupo Samar, arrive at Albacete station.

Where does the Ciudad Real to Elda train arrive?

Ciudad Real to Elda train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Elda-Petrel station.

Can I drive from Ciudad Real to Elda?

Yes, the driving distance between Ciudad Real to Elda is 330 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Ciudad Real to Elda.

How do I get a train ticket from Ciudad Real to Elda?

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Where can I stay near Elda?

There are 226+ hotels available in Elda.

Ciudad Real to Elda - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ciudad Real to Elda by train (Renfe), bus, or car

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Ciudad Real-Central to Elda-Petrel18081 / ...
3h 25m
€38
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ciudad Real, Estación de Autobuses to Albacete612 / ...
2. Take the bus from Albacete to EldaAlsa
5h 25m
€28–31
Drive 329.6 km
1. Drive from Ciudad Real to Elda329.6 km
3h 39m
€52–75

Ciudad Real to Elda by train (Renfe)

14Weekly Trains

3h 25mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 380.2 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Ciudad Real, Spain and Elda, Spain?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Ciudad Real-Central to Elda-Petrel twice daily. Tickets cost €38 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ciudad Real, Estación de Autobuses to Elda via Albacete in around 5h 25m.

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