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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Elche to Madrid
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
352 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Elche to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elche to Madrid will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 10 buses that leave Elche for Madrid every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 352 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Elche to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Elche to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £20.
Distance: 352 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price | £62 Average Price |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Elche to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Elche to Madrid coaches for today, Tuesday 13 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 09:40 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 4h50 | 14:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
 Normal · Normal | 13:05 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 6h45 | 19:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal | 13:15 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 4h50 | 18:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 23:02 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 5h53 | 04:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 23:02 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 5h38 | 04:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Elche to Madrid
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Buses from Elche to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 352 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 352 km |
Average bus duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Elche to MadridYou can travel by bus between Elche to Madrid with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Elche to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elche to Madrid by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Elche, Estación De Autobuses, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Elche and Madrid
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- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
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- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
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