Day trip from Elche to Orihuela
Orihuela lies 29 km (18 mi) south-west of Elche, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 29 km (18 mi) apart, Orihuela is a realistic day trip from Elche: about 28 min each way by road.
| Elche | Orihuela | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Population | 234,765 | 101,321 |
| Elevation | 81 m (266 ft) | 32 m (105 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Orihuela
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Staying in Orihuela
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Common questions
How far is Orihuela from Elche?
29 km (18 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Elche; by road roughly 35 km (22 mi).
How long does it take to get from Elche to Orihuela by road?
About 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Elche and Orihuela?
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.