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