- 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.
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lorca to Elche is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lorca to Elche will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 3 buses that leave Lorca for Elche every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 110 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.






Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lorca to Elche among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 110 km
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£12 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Lorca to Elche coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 6 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:05 Lorca | 2h10 | 7:15 Elche | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:05 Lorca | 2h10 | 8:15 Elche | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:05 Lorca | 2h00 | 14:05 Elche | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Lorca to Elche run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 110 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 110 km |
Average bus duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 6:30 |
Last bus 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Elche — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Elche trip today.
Archaeology museum displaying Iberian, Roman and medieval finds, ideal for context before visiting La Alcudia and the old town.
Key museum for understanding Elche's palm culture, with traditional tools, irrigation heritage and a recreated orchard house.
Museum dedicated to the traditional mystery play, with costumes, documents and staging elements that explain this major local tradition.
Historic palm orchard with paths, pools and shaded corners, excellent for a calm stroll close to the centre and key city sights.
Linear palm-filled park following the Vinalopó through the centre, ideal for walking between monuments, museums and garden viewpoints.
Traditional district with narrow streets, whitewashed houses and a local feel, good for wandering beyond the busiest central squares.
Rice cooked with rabbit, chicken and snails, a classic inland dish of the Elche countryside and wider Alicante province.
Baked rice finished with a beaten egg crust. In Elche it is a festive Sunday dish with sausages, chickpeas and broth-rich flavour.
Unsweetened split broad bean purée served with olive oil and often onion or chilli. A humble, very traditional Elche tapa.
Elegant restaurant known for modern Mediterranean cooking and polished service in a refined central setting.
Popular traditional restaurant for Alicante rice dishes and regional cooking, with a relaxed dining room and dependable local following.
Stylish venue serving contemporary Mediterranean plates, rice dishes and seafood in an atmospheric garden-led setting.
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.
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.
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Estación De Autobuses -> Plaça de Baix, Elche
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lorca 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.

Most Lorca to Elche buses use the Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses to Elche, Estación De Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Lorca and Elche bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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