- 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 Marbella to Elche
Showing times and prices for 10 Aug
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
9 h 25 m
Average duration
9 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
418 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Marbella to Elche is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marbella to Elche will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £58.
Fast coaches
Of the 2 buses that leave Marbella for Elche every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 418 km distance in an average of 9 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 25 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.
21:509h25Marbella7:15Elche£581One-way0 changes- 22:509h25Marbella8:15Elche£601One-way0 changes
- 22:509h25Marbella8:15Elche£601One-way0 changes
- 21:509h25Marbella7:15Elche£581One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Marbella to Elche
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Marbella to Elche among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 7h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a flight costs an average of £60.
Distance: 418 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£56 Average Price Cheapest | £153 Average Price |
7h 56m Average total duration Fastest 7h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Marbella to Elche bus times
The table below shows live departures for Marbella to Elche coaches for today, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Normal · Normal | 20:15 Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 10h50 | 7:05 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal | 23:50 Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 9h25 | 9:15 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Marbella to Elche
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Buses from Marbella to Elche run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 21:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 418 km distance in 9h 25m.
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
Distance 418 km |
Average bus duration 7h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 25m |
First bus 21:45 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
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
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Avanza from Marbella to ElcheYou can travel by bus between Marbella to Elche with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Avanza for as low as £52. 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
9h 25m
Cheapest Price
£52
Alsa frequency
1 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.
Avanza
About
Avanza is one of the most popular bus companies in Spain, offering routes throughout the country and Portugal. Avanza has a large fleet of buses ranging from the Standard Bus with A/C and onboard entertainment to the Express, Multimedia, Multimedia Plus, and Multimedia VIP buses, which depending on the route, include WiFi, restrooms, additional entertainment, and much more. In addition, Avanza’s standard single ticket is affordable and suitable for every budget for your trip
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 35m
Cheapest Price
£50
Avanza 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 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fee may apply.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.
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
2 a day
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.
FAQs: Marbella to Elche coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marbella 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Marbella to Elche can start from as little as £52 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Marbella to Elche is £56; 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 Marbella to Elche is 9h 25m to travel the 418 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 Marbella to Elche leaves at 21:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Marbella to Elche leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Marbella to Elche with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Marbella to Elche, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Avanza for the best way to get you to Elche. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Marbella and Elche and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Elche from Marbella is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Marbella to Elche is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Marbella and Elche including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Marbella to Elche:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Avanza
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Marbella to Elche for coach company Alsa, Avanza.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Marbella 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.
- Avanza
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa, Avanza.
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 Marbella to Elche.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Marbella to Elche:
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Avanza
- 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 Marbella to Elche:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Avanza
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Marbella to Elche. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Avanza
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Marbella to Elche with the following coach company: Alsa, Avanza
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Marbella to Elche with the following coach company: Alsa, Avanza.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Marbella to Elche with the following coach company: Alsa, Avanza.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Marbella and Elche
Most Marbella to Elche buses use the Marbella, Estación de Autobuses to Elche, Estación De Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Marbella and Elche bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Marbella
Arrival bus stations in Elche
Marbella, Estación de Autobuses
City-centre transport
Getting to Marbella, Estación de Autobuses from Marbella city centre
BusL-82, L-79, L-80, L-70 · 7m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
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 · £0.90
253, 251a · 15m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
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