Day trip from Valencia to Orihuela
Orihuela lies 162 km (101 mi) south of Valencia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 162 km (101 mi) apart, Orihuela is a realistic day trip from Valencia: about 2 h 38 min each way by road.
| Valencia | Orihuela | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Population | 824,340 | 101,321 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 32 m (105 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
| Postal codes | 46001–46080 | 03300 |
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Staying in Orihuela
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Common questions
How far is Orihuela from Valencia?
162 km (101 mi) in a straight line, south of Valencia; by road roughly 198 km (123 mi).
How long does it take to get from Valencia to Orihuela by road?
About 2 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Valencia 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.