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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Elche is to bus which costs €65 - €85 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Elche is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs €55 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Elche?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Elche. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Elche via Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Elche?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Elche. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Elche/Elx-Parc via Alicante/Alacant-Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

How far is it from Santander to Elche?

The distance between Santander and Elche is 658 km. The road distance is 796.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Elche without a car is to train via Valladolid which takes 8h 31m and costs €85 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Santander to Elche, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Elche bus from?

Santander to Elche bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Santander E.A. station.

Where do I catch the Santander to Elche train from?

Santander to Elche train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.

Train, bus or fly from Santander to Elche?

The best way to get from Santander to Elche is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs €55 - €250. Alternatively, you can train via Valladolid, which costs €85 - €150 and takes 8h 31m, you could also bus via Madrid Airport (MAD), which costs €75 - €150 and takes 12h 35m.

Where does the Santander to Elche bus arrive?

Santander to Elche bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) station.

Where does the Santander to Elche train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Elche?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Elche is 796 km. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Santander to Elche.

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

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Where can I stay near Elche?

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Santander to Elche - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Santander to Elche by plane, train (Renfe), bus, or car

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

Fly from Santander Airport
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)SDR - ALC
3h 25m
€59–246
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)BIO - ALC
5h 12m
€40–147
Train via Valladolid (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to ValladolidAlv / ...
2. Take the train from Valladolid to Elche Av/Elx AvAve
8h 31m
€86–146
Bus via Madrid Airport (MAD)
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)Alsa
2. Take the bus from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to ElcheAlsa
12h 35m
€75–145
Drive 796.2 km
1. Drive from Santander to Elche796.2 km
8h 33m
€126–182
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to Alacant/Alicante TerminalAlv
9h 6m
€78–137
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander Bus Station to Santa Pola
14h
€67–82

Santander to Elche by train and bus (Renfe)

6Weekly Services

8h 31mAverage Duration

€86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 658.2 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

Vueling Airlines and Iberia fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Presidente A. Suárez - IES Vicente Verdú via Valladolid, Elche Av/Elx Av, and Elche Av/Elx Av in around 8h 31m.

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