The cheapest and fastest coaches from Elda to Madrid
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
330 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Elda to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elda to Madrid will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 8 buses that leave Elda for Madrid every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 330 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Elda to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Elda to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. 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 train costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £19.
Distance: 330 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £44 Average Price |
5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Elda to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Elda to Madrid coaches for today, Tuesday 10 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 23:40 Petrer, Estación de Autobuses | 5h00 | 04:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:40 Petrer, Estación de Autobuses | 5h15 | 04:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 11 February | |||||
Normal | 14:30 Petrer, Estación de Autobuses | 5h20 | 19:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Elda to Madrid
Buses from Elda to Madrid run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 330 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 330 km |
Average bus duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Elda to MadridYou can travel by bus between Elda to Madrid with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Elda to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elda 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Elda and Madrid
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- 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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