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

The cheapest way to get from Elda to Ciudad Real is to bus which costs €26 - €45 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elda to Ciudad Real is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Elda and Ciudad Real?

No, there is no direct bus from Elda to Ciudad Real. However, there are services departing from Elda and arriving at Ciudad Real, Estación de Autobuses via Albacete. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Elda and Ciudad Real?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Elda-Petrel and arriving at Ciudad Real-Central. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Elda to Ciudad Real?

The distance between Elda and Ciudad Real is 380 km. The road distance is 331.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Elda to Ciudad Real without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €30 - €45.

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

The train from Elda-Petrel to Ciudad Real-Central takes 3h 36m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Elda to Ciudad Real bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Elda station.

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

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

Train or bus from Elda to Ciudad Real?

The best way to get from Elda to Ciudad Real is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Elda to Ciudad Real bus arrive?

Elda to Ciudad Real bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Albacete station.

Where does the Elda to Ciudad Real train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elda to Ciudad Real?

Yes, the driving distance between Elda to Ciudad Real is 331 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Elda to Ciudad Real.

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

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Where can I stay near Ciudad Real?

There are 140+ hotels available in Ciudad Real.

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

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

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Elda-Petrel to Ciudad Real-Centraltrain 18183 / ...
3h 36m
€30–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elda to Albacetebus Alsa
2. Take the bus from Albacete to Ciudad Real, Estación de Autobusesbus 612 / ...
5h 20m
€27–41
Drive 331.1 km
1. Drive from Elda to Ciudad Realcar 331.1 km
3h 40m
€53–76

Elda to Ciudad Real by train (Renfe)

13Weekly Trains

3h 36mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Elda to Ciudad Real.

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Distance: 380.2 km
Duration: 3h 36m

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

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Elda-Petrel to Ciudad Real-Central twice daily. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elda to Ciudad Real, Estación de Autobuses via Albacete in around 5h 20m.

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