How to travel from Algeciras to Elche, Spain

The distance between Algeciras and Elche is around 582km (362 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 5h 45m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Algeciras to Elche by bus, plane, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ElcheAlgeciras if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus, Plane and Train

Take the bus to Málaga Airport then fly from Malaga (AGP) to Valencia (VLC) then take the train to Elche-Carrus.

  • Duration5h 55m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    €120($120)
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Train

Take the train to Malaga Maria Zambrano then Madrid-Puerta De Atocha and then to Alicante-Termino.

  • Duration7h 40m
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €145($145)
Operated by

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Bus

Take the bus to Elche.

  • Duration9h 35m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €55($55)
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Drive

Drive to Elche.

  • Duration5h 45m
  • Distance582km (362 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Algeciras and Elche

There are several options for getting from Algeciras to Elche by bus, plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €55 ($55) and will take around 9h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 5h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €105 ($105).

The distance between Algeciras and Elche is around 582km (362 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 483km (300 miles)

It takes around 5h 55m to get from Algeciras and Elche by bus, plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 5h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Algeciras to Elche is to drive which takes around 5h 45m and will set you back approx €105 ($105).

The cheapest way to travel between Algeciras and Elche, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €55 ($55) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Algeciras and Elche. It typically takes around 7h 40m and departs 4 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Algeciras to Elche. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Malaga Maria Zambrano, Madrid-Puerta De Atocha and Alicante-Termino. These services run 4 times a week and will take a minimum of 7h 40m.

Renfe and Renfe AVE run train services between Algeciras and Elche. Trains depart 4 times a week and will take around 7h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Algeciras and Elche. It typically takes around 9h 35m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Algeciras and Elche with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 9h 35m.

ALSA run regular bus services between Algeciras and Elche. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 9h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Algeciras to Elche. We recommend that you take the bus to Málaga Airport then fly from Malaga (AGP) to Valencia (VLC) then take the train to Elche-Carrus. instead which will take 5h 55m.

The closest major airport to Elche is Alicante Airport (ALC) (ALC) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Elche. Valencia Airport (VLC) (VLC) and Ibiza Airport (IBZ) (IBZ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Algeciras and Elche. The distance is around 582km (362 miles) by road and it will take around 5h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Algeciras to Elche is to take the bus, then fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 5h 55m and will usually cost around €120 ($120).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Algeciras and Elche

Transport options from Algeciras to Elche
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus, Plane and Train
5h 55m
€120($120)
twice daily818km (508 miles)
Train
7h 40m
€145($145)
4 times a week1,265km (786 miles)
Bus
9h 35m
€55($55)
every 20 mins611km (380 miles)
Drive
5h 45m
€105($105)
on demand582km (362 miles)

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Airports near Elche

The following major airports near Elche offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Spain and internationally.

ALC
Alicante Airport (ALC)
International Airport
Distance
13km (8 miles) from Elche
VLC
Valencia Airport (VLC)
International Airport
Distance
138km (86 miles) from Elche
IBZ
Ibiza Airport (IBZ)
International Airport
Distance
192km (119 miles) from Elche