Madrid to Elche by bus
Elche lies 352 km (219 mi) south-east of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 6 h 34 min including stops, over roughly 430 km (267 mi) of road.
| Madrid | Elche | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Population | 3.3 million | 234,765 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 81 m (266 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
Where to book buses from Madrid to Elche
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Staying in Elche
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Common questions
How far is Elche from Madrid?
352 km (219 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Madrid; by road roughly 430 km (267 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Elche by bus?
About 6 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Elche?
No, both are on Europe/Madrid at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.