How far is Madrid from Elche?

Madrid and Elche are 219 miles (353 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to Elche?

Most of the buses traveling from Madrid to Elche leave from Estación Sur and arrive at Estación de Autobuses de Elche. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Madrid to Elche from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Madrid to Elche on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 45m	6:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:45pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	6h 20m	5:05am	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags
Bus	11:30pm	Estación Sur	5h 35m	5:05am	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Elche on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	Cheapest
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 45m	6:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 45m	6:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Elche on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	Cheapest
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 45m	6:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 45m	6:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Elche on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	Cheapest
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 45m	6:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 45m	6:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Elche on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	Cheapest
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 45m	6:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags
Bus	10:45pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	6h 20m	5:05am	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to Elche on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	Cheapest
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Estación Sur	4h 40m	2:10pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 45m	6:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Estación Sur	4h 45m	6:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Elche	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Madrid to Elche

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Elche. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25carpool per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

218 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $78	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $52	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Elche?

Stops in Madrid

A
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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B
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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C
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
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D
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Ronda de Valencia 6
Ronda de Valencia 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain

Stops in Elche

A
Estación de Autobuses de Elche
Av. de la Llibertat, 86, 03205 Elx, Alicante, Spain
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B
Estacion De Bus Elche
Av. del Alcalde Vicente Quiles 8, 03202 Elche, Alicante, Spain
C
Elche
12 Avinguda de la Universitat d'Elx, 03202 Elx, Alicante, Spain
D
Av. de la Llibertat, 146
Av. de la Llibertat, 146, 03205 Elx, Alicante, Spain
E
Palmeral
Passeig de l'Estació, 2, 03202 Elx, Alicante, Spain

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ALSA

4.5/560,830 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

According to 27 reviews, ALSA received a 4.1-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the power outlets. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at $50

ALSA Madrid Elche recent customer reviews

Fantastic ride the only problem has no USB connection for charging phones

David C.

November 23, 2018

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madrid to Elche by bus

How far is Madrid from Elche?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/24

$44

11/25

$44

Today

$45

11/27

$25

11/28

$25

11/29

$29

11/30

$29

12/01

$20

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Elche was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Elche, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $20 to $45 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Elche based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-12-01.