The cheapest and fastest buses from Elche to Madrid
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
352 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Elche to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elche to Madrid will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 7 buses that leave Elche for Madrid on Fri, May 29, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct buses cover the 352 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest buses will take 5 h 38 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.
Normal10:40 AM4h50Elche, Estación De Autobuses3:30 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€241One-way0 transfers
Normal10:30 AM5h00Elche, Estación De Autobuses3:30 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€241One-way0 transfers
Normal12:02 AM5h38Elche, Estación De Autobuses5:40 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€381One-way0 transfers
Normal12:02 AM5h53Elche, Estación De Autobuses5:55 AMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€381One-way0 transfers
Normal2:15 PM4h50Elche, Estación De Autobuses7:05 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€381One-way0 transfers
Normal2:15 PM4h50Elche, Estación De Autobuses7:05 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€381One-way0 transfers
Normal10:40 AM4h50Elche, Estación De Autobuses3:30 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€241One-way0 transfers
Normal10:30 AM5h00Elche, Estación De Autobuses3:30 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€241One-way0 transfers
Normal10:30 AM5h20Elche, Estación De Autobuses3:50 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€381One-way0 transfers
Normal12:02 AM5h38Elche, Estación De Autobuses5:40 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Elche to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Elche to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. 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 €13, and a flight costs an average of €22.
Distance: 352 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€27 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price |
4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m 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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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Elche to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Elche to Madrid buses for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 PM Elche | 4h40 | 12:10 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 29 | |||||
Normal | 12:02 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 5h38 | 5:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:02 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 5h53 | 5:55 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:30 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 5h00 | 3:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:30 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 5h20 | 3:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:40 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 4h50 | 3:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 2:05 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 6h45 | 8:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 2:15 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 4h50 | 7:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Elche to Madrid
Buses from Elche to Madrid run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €13 by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 352 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 352 km |
Average bus duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Subús from Elche to MadridYou can travel by bus between Elche to Madrid with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Subús for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Elche to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elche to Madrid by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Grupo Subús
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Elche to Madrid
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
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