1st Class
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Newspapers and magazines
- Meals to buy
- Snacks to buy
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£42
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£42
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
5 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
9 h 56 m
Trains on 05 Sept
2
Distance
410 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Elda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Elda will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
To travel from Barcelona to Elda you need to make at least one change.




Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Elda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £48, while a coach costs an average of £62.
Distance: 410 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£59 Average Price | £62 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Elda:
A flight is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Elda costing on average £59.
A flight is £14 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Barcelona to Elda costing on average £62.
Other travel options to Elda take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 46m.
Train takes on average 5h 49m.
Tickets start at around £59 compared to roughly £74 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £15. The journey takes 5h 49m versus 5h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Elda trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:05 Barcelona | 5h55 | 17:00 Elda | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:15 Barcelona | 13h57 | 8:12 Elda | 1 change | |
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Trains from Barcelona to Elda run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 410 km distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 410 km |
Average train duration 5h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 1:00 |
Last train 21:07 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Discover the best of Elda — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Elda trip today.
The city’s main museum, focused on Elda’s shoemaking industry. It explains design, craft, and manufacturing central to local identity.
Archaeological museum with finds from Elda and nearby sites. It gives clear context for the area’s ancient and medieval past.
Permanent exhibition space dedicated to the Moors and Christians festival, showcasing costumes, traditions, and local festive culture.
Central square framed by civic buildings and everyday life. It is a useful starting point for seeing the historic core on foot.
Popular urban park with paths, trees, and open areas for walks. It is one of the town’s best places for a relaxed break outdoors.
Historic central thoroughfare lined with shops and local activity. Good for getting a feel for daily life and traditional urban fabric.
Rice cooked with rabbit, snails and local vegetables. A classic inland Alicante paella style closely tied to family gatherings and Sunday meals.
Slow-cooked stew of chickpeas, pork, beef and vegetables, often served in stages. A beloved hearty dish across Alicante province in cooler months.
Large baked rice dish with rabbit, chicken, morcilla and chickpeas. Traditional in inland Valencia and Alicante, including towns around Elda.
Established restaurant in Elda known for rice dishes, seafood and classic Mediterranean cooking in a polished yet approachable setting.
Traditional dining room serving regional rice dishes, grilled meats and Spanish classics. Good option for a relaxed local meal.
Popular casual venue for tapas, montaditos and drinks, with a lively atmosphere suited to sampling local flavours with friends.
Moderate for Spain. Dining and cafés are good value, while accommodation is usually cheaper than in major Spanish city breaks. Local transport and taxis are fairly affordable.
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 or add about €1.
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Elda-Petrer -> Ayuntamiento de Elda, Elda
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Elda by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Elda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Elda trains use the Barcelona Sants to Elda Petrer station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Elda train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
Elda Petrer is 1 km from Elda city centre. Public transport options include:
Elda Petrer has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Ticket Office.
Food and drink options are available at Elda Petrer.
Ticket office support is available at Elda Petrer.
Available at Elda Petrer: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Elda Petrer.
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