What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Elche?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Elche is to rideshare which costs €20 and takes 4h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Elche?

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Elche is to fly and bus which takes 3h 5m and costs €30 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Elche?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Elche. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Elche?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Elche. However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at Elche/Elx-Parc via Alicante/Alacant-Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Madrid to Elche?

The distance between Madrid and Elche is 459 km. The road distance is 410.8 km.

How do I travel from Madrid to Elche without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid to Elche without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €18 - €90.

How long does it take to get from Madrid to Elche?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Madrid to Elche, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Elche bus from?

Madrid to Elche bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Elche train from?

Madrid to Elche train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Elche?

The best way to get from Madrid to Elche is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €18 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €60 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Madrid to Elche bus arrive?

Madrid to Elche bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Elche station.

Where does the Madrid to Elche train arrive?

Madrid to Elche train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Elche?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Elche is 411 km. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Madrid to Elche.

How do I get a train ticket from Madrid to Elche?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Madrid to Elche?

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Where can I stay near Elche?

There are 3679+ hotels available in Elche.

Can I share a ride from Madrid to Elche?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Madrid and Elche. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Madrid to Elche - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Madrid to Elche by train (Ouigo, Renfe), bus, car, plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Elche Av/Elx Avtrain 6564 / ...
3h 21m
€18–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Elchebus Alsa
4h 40m
€20–60
Drive 410.8 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Elchecar 410.8 km
4h 6m
€65–93
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane MAD - ALC
2. Take the bus from Aeropuerto 2 to Universitat - Estació Autobusosbus
3h 5m
€34–91
Train via Alicante-Terminal
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain Ave
3h 49m
€18–78
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Madrid to Elcherideshare 411.2 km
4h 56m
€20

Madrid to Elche by train and bus

46Weekly Services

3h 21mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 459.1 km
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Elche, Spain?

Ouigo operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Elche Av/Elx Av 3 times a day. Tickets cost €17–75 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Elche 3 times a day. Tickets cost €20–60 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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