- Must visit
MAHE Museo Arqueológico y de Historia de Elche
Archaeology museum displaying Iberian, Roman and medieval finds, ideal for context before visiting La Alcudia and the old town.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Granada to Elche
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 24 Oct
Cheapest price on 24 Oct
£30
Average ticket price on 24 Oct
£32
Fastest journey on 24 Oct
4 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 24 Oct
5 h 22 m
Buses on 24 Oct
7
Distance
282 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Granada to Elche is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Granada to Elche will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Fast coaches
On Sat 24 Oct, we found 7 buses from Granada to Elche, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 282 km distance in an average of 5 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 5 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.
Normal · Normal12:008h00Granada, Estación De Autobuses20:00Elche, Estación De Autobuses£301One-way1 change- Normal · Normal15:005h15Granada, Estación De Autobuses20:15Elche, Estación De Autobuses£301One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal1:156h30Granada, Estación De Autobuses7:45Elche, Estación De Autobuses£301One-way1 change
- Normal10:006h05Granada, Estación De Autobuses16:05Elche, Estación De Autobuses£331One-way0 changes
- Normal14:004h30Granada, Estación De Autobuses18:30Elche, Estación De Autobuses£331One-way0 changes
- Normal14:004h30Granada, Estación De Autobuses18:30Elche, Estación De Autobuses£331One-way0 changes
- Normal · Normal15:005h15Granada, Estación De Autobuses20:15Elche, Estación De Autobuses£301One-way1 change
- Normal16:005h15Granada, Estación De Autobuses21:15Elche, Estación De Autobuses£331One-way0 changes
- Normal3:305h45Granada, Estación De Autobuses9:15Elche, Estación De Autobuses£331One-way0 changes
- Normal10:006h05Granada, Estación De Autobuses16:05Elche, Estación De Autobuses£331One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Granada to Elche
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Buses from Granada to Elche run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 282 km distance in 3h 45m.
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 £4
Distance 282 km |
Average bus duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 1:15 |
Last bus 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £4
Frequently asked questions about your Granada to Elche trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Granada to Elche.
Cheap coach tickets from Granada to Elche can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Granada to Elche is £19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Granada to Elche leaves at 1:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Granada to Elche leaves at 21:45.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Granada to Elche with Alsa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Live departures
Granada to Elche bus times
The table below shows live departures for Granada to Elche coaches for today, Friday 23 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 10:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 6h05 | 16:05 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 11h00 | 23:00 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 8h00 | 20:00 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 8h15 | 20:15 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 15:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 5h15 | 20:15 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 15:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 8h00 | 23:00 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal | 16:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 5h15 | 21:15 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 24 October | |||||
| Normal · Normal | 1:15 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 6h30 | 7:45 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal | 3:30 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 5h45 | 9:15 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Granada to Elche coaches with Omio?
Alsa operates all coaches services from Granada to Elche.
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Bus providers: Alsa from Granada to ElcheYou can travel by bus between Granada to Elche with Alsa for as low as £4. 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 Alsa Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Alsa Price
£5
Alsa frequency
11 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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Granada and Elche
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a coach from Granada to Elche, you can count on Alsa for the best way to get you to Elche. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Granada and Elche and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Granada to Elche:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Granada to Elche for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Granada to Elche 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 {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Granada to Elche.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Granada to Elche:
- 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 Granada to Elche:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Granada to Elche. 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 Granada to Elche with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Granada to Elche with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Granada to Elche with the following coach company: Alsa.
Complete guide to Elche
Things to do in Elche
Discover the best of Elche — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Elche trip today.
- Recommended
Museo del Palmeral
Key museum for understanding Elche's palm culture, with traditional tools, irrigation heritage and a recreated orchard house.
- Recommended
Museo de la Festa
Museum dedicated to the traditional mystery play, with costumes, documents and staging elements that explain this major local tradition.
- Must visit
Huerto del Cura
Historic palm orchard with paths, pools and shaded corners, excellent for a calm stroll close to the centre and key city sights.
- Must visit
Parque Municipal de Elche
Linear palm-filled park following the Vinalopó through the centre, ideal for walking between monuments, museums and garden viewpoints.
- Recommended
Barrio del Raval
Traditional district with narrow streets, whitewashed houses and a local feel, good for wandering beyond the busiest central squares.
- Gluten-free
Arroz con costra
Rice cooked with rabbit, chicken and snails, a classic inland dish of the Elche countryside and wider Alicante province.
- Gluten-free
Arroz con costra
Baked rice finished with a beaten egg crust. In Elche it is a festive Sunday dish with sausages, chickpeas and broth-rich flavour.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Fava picá
Unsweetened split broad bean purée served with olive oil and often onion or chilli. A humble, very traditional Elche tapa.
La Finca
Elegant restaurant known for modern Mediterranean cooking and polished service in a refined central setting.
Mesón El Granaino
Popular traditional restaurant for Alicante rice dishes and regional cooking, with a relaxed dining room and dependable local following.
Martino
Stylish venue serving contemporary Mediterranean plates, rice dishes and seafood in an atmospheric garden-led setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Spain’s Costa Blanca. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Alicante or Valencia, while local buses and coffee stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for a simple meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-70 per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-2.80 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is enough. For taxis, round up the fare.
Movilidad Elche
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.50
- Day pass
- :
To the city centre
Estación De Autobuses -> Plaça de Baix, Elche
- Distance
- 1.4 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless bank card payment is available on Elche urban buses.
- Use the official Movilidad Elche app to check live waiting times and recharge bus cards.
Best day trips from Elche by bus
The most popular day trips by bus from Elche are Alicante, Murcia, Santa Pola, Torrevieja and Benidorm. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Elche on Omio.
Day trip from Elche to Alicante by bus
Why visit Alicante for the day?
Alicante is a Mediterranean city on the Costa Blanca, known for its seafront, urban beach and Castillo de Santa Bárbara above the bay. It mixes a relaxed coastal feel with a compact old town, lively dining and an easy connection to the sea.
How to get from Elche to Alicante by bus?
There are 37 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:20, the last at 23:10. The fastest coach covers the 21 km distance in 30m.
Day trip from Elche to Murcia by bus
Why visit Murcia for the day?
Murcia is known for its Baroque cathedral, fertile huerta and easy-going southern Spanish character. Historic streets, lively plazas and a strong local food culture give the city a relaxed but sociable feel.
How to get from Elche to Murcia by bus?
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:15, the last at 21:55. The fastest coach covers the 48 km distance in 50m.
Day trip from Elche to Santa Pola by bus
Why visit Santa Pola for the day?
Santa Pola is a coastal town on the Costa Blanca known for its fishing port, salt flats and sandy beaches. Its atmosphere is relaxed and practical, with maritime character, seafood dining and views towards Tabarca.
How to get from Elche to Santa Pola by bus?
There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:50, the last at 21:09. The fastest coach covers the 14 km distance in 28m.
Day trip from Elche to Torrevieja by bus
Why visit Torrevieja for the day?
Torrevieja is a lively Costa Blanca resort known for its salt lagoons, promenades and sandy beaches. Its roots in fishing and salt production still shape the city, alongside a busy modern holiday atmosphere.
How to get from Elche to Torrevieja by bus?
The earliest coach runs at 09:00, the last at 19:30.
Day trip from Elche to Benidorm by bus
Why visit Benidorm for the day?
Benidorm is known for its tall seafront skyline, wide beaches and energetic nightlife. It mixes a modern resort feel with an old town that still hints at its fishing-village past.
How to get from Elche to Benidorm by bus?
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 21:20.
FAQs: Granada to Elche coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Granada to Elche 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 Elche, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Granada and Elche including taking a train, coach and flight.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Granada and Elche
Most Granada to Elche buses use the Granada, Estación De Autobuses to Elche, Estación De Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Granada and Elche bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Granada
Arrival bus stations in Elche
Which Granada station do buses to Elche leave from?
Buses from Granada to Elche leave from Granada, Estación De Autobuses. The station is 1 km from Granada city centre at Carretera de Jaen, s/n, 18013 Granada, Spain.
Granada, Estación De AutobusesCarretera de Jaen, s/n, 18013 Granada, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Granada, Estación De Autobuses from Granada city centre
Granada, Estación De Autobuses is 1 km from Granada city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus0111, 0110 · 7m · every ~7 min
Tram1 · 7m · every ~16 min
Granada, Estación De Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Granada, Estación De Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas Bar (in the station), Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Granada, Estación De Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Granada, Estación De Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Granada, Estación De Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Elche, Estación De Autobuses
City-centre transport
Getting to Elche, Estación De Autobuses from Elche city centre
BusF · 4m · £2 · every ~14 min
R6 · 7m · £1
253, 251a · 15m · £1 · every ~2 min
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