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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Elda is to rideshare which costs €20 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Elda is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs €35 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Elda?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Elda. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Elda?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Elda. However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at Elda-Petrel via Villena. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Madrid to Elda?

The distance between Madrid and Elda is 457 km. The road distance is 381.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Elda without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs €35 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Madrid to Elda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Elda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Madrid to Elda train from?

Madrid to Elda train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Elda?

The best way to get from Madrid to Elda is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs €35 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Madrid to Elda bus arrive?

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

Where does the Madrid to Elda train arrive?

Madrid to Elda train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Villena Av station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Elda?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Elda is 381 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Madrid to Elda.

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

Book your Madrid to Elda bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Elda?

There are 236+ hotels available in Elda.

Can I share a ride from Madrid to Elda?

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

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

There are 6 ways to get from Madrid to Elda by train (Renfe), bus, car, plane, train, 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 (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Villena Avtrain 5178 / ...
3h 27m
€38–81
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Madrid to Eldarideshare 382.2 km
4h 33m
€20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Eldabus Alsa
4h 55m
€30–70
Drive 381.4 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Eldacar 381.4 km
3h 42m
€60–86
Fly to Alicante-Elche Airport, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane MAD - ALC
2. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Elda-Petreltrain
4h 47m
€37–115
Fly to Valencia Airport, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Valencia Airport (VLC)plane MAD - VLC
2. Take the train from Estació del Nord to Elda-Petreltrain
5h 36m
€50–136

Madrid to Elda by train (Renfe)

60Weekly Trains

3h 27mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 456.9 km
Duration: 3h 27m

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

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Villena Av 5 times a day. Tickets cost €35–50 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Renfe AVE also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Elda twice daily. Tickets cost €30–70 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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