Elda to Madrid bus with Alsa

Wed 11 Feb
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Elda to Madrid

Showing times and prices for 11 Feb

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast coaches

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.

BlaBlaCar
09:203h40
Elda
13:00Madrid
£151One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
17:004h10
Elda
21:10Madrid
£181One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
09:304h20
Elda
13:50Madrid
£191One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
03:403h50
Elda
07:30Madrid
£191One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
11:303h50
Elda
15:20Madrid
£201One-way
0 changes

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

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30m

Additional time*

3h 1m

Average total duration

2h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 12m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.0 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

Alsa

Most popular bus company

iryo

Most popular train company

Air Europa

Most popular airline

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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.

Last updated at 19:14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
alsaNormal23:40 Petrer, Estación de Autobuses
5h00
04:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses0 changesdirect
alsaNormal23:40 Petrer, Estación de Autobuses
5h15
04:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)0 changesdirect
Wednesday 11 February
alsaNormal14:30 Petrer, Estación de Autobuses
5h20
19:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Elda to Madrid

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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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £8
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
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £8

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

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest Price
£32
Alsa frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Elda to Madrid can start from as little as £32 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Elda to Madrid is £34; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Elda to Madrid is 5h 20m to travel the 330 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Elda to Madrid leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Elda to Madrid leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from Elda to Madrid with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Elda to Madrid, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Madrid. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Elda and Madrid and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Madrid from Elda is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Elda to Madrid is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Elda and Madrid including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Elda to Madrid:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Elda to Madrid for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Elda to Madrid depends on the coach companies:
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Elda to Madrid.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Elda to Madrid:
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Elda to Madrid:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Elda to Madrid. The following conditions apply:
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Elda to Madrid with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Elda to Madrid with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Elda to Madrid with the following coach company: Alsa.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Elda and Madrid

Elda
Madrid
Madrid, Estación Sur de AutobusesWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
Calle de Méndez Álvaro
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
  • Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
  • La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
  • Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)DiningATMAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
12 km
carConnection
Car connection
M-40, M-14
Dining
Dining
  • Rodilla, Mahoudrid
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
WC
WC
  • Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
Shower
Shower
  • No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
Public transport options for Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
  • Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km

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