The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Elche
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
352 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Elche is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Elche will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 10 buses that leave Madrid for Elche every day 6 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 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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 · Normal11:456h30Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)18:15Elche, Estación De Autobuses£381One-way1 change
Normal · Normal7:456h25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)14:10Elche, Estación De Autobuses£381One-way1 change
Normal9:455h45Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)15:30Elche, Estación De Autobuses£381One-way0 changes
Normal23:305h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses5:05Elche, Estación De Autobuses£381One-way0 changes
Normal9:304h40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses14:10Elche, Estación De Autobuses£381One-way0 changes
Normal9:304h40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses14:10Elche, Estación De Autobuses£381One-way0 changes
Normal13:304h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses18:15Elche, Estación De Autobuses£381One-way0 changes
Normal10:305h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses15:30Elche, Estación De Autobuses£381One-way0 changes
Normal23:305h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses5:05Elche, Estación De Autobuses£381One-way0 changes
Normal9:455h45Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)15:30Elche, Estación De Autobuses£381One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Elche
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Elche among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 £9, and a flight costs an average of £33.
Distance: 352 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £145 Average Price |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m 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 |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Elche bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Elche coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 25 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 7:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h20 | 13:50 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 7:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h25 | 14:10 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 9:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h40 | 14:10 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 9:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h45 | 15:30 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h00 | 15:30 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h30 | 18:15 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 13:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h45 | 18:15 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 16:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h00 | 22:30 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Madrid to Elche by train, coach or flight
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Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Grupo Subús or Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Elche.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Elche
Buses from Madrid to Elche run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 7 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 40m.
Distance 352 km |
Average bus duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 0:02 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Subús, Infobus from Madrid to ElcheYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Elche with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Subús, Infobus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Elche coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Grupo Subús
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Ramps for easy boarding and alighting.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Grupo Subús
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Grupo Subús
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Grupo Subús
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Grupo Subús
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Elche
Most Madrid to Elche buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Elche, Estación De Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Elche bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do buses to Elche leave from?
Getting to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Estación Sur 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), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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