The cheapest and fastest buses from Barcelona to Elche
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Buses per day
41
Distance
425 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Elche is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Elche will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 41 buses that leave Barcelona for Elche on Sun, Jan 25, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 25 the direct buses cover the 425 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Sun, Jan 25 the slowest buses will take 6 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Barcelona to Elche
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Elche among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 264 miles (425 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€54 Average price | €69 Average price | €41 Average price Cheapest |
8h 31m Average total duration 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Barcelona to Elche Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $83 |
Live departures
Barcelona to Elche bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Elche buses for today, Saturday, January 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal · Normal | 11:25 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 16h35 | 4:00 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal | 11:25 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 12h07 | 11:32 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:25 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 11h20 | 10:45 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, January 25 | |||||
Normal · Normal | 12:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h45 | 10:45 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 12:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h30 | 9:30 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h32 | 11:32 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 12:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h45 | 9:45 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ Normal | 6:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h10 | 4:10 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h10 | 4:10 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 6:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h00 | 4:00 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h25 | 4:25 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h15 | 2:15 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 6:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 9h35 | 4:00 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 9h35 | 4:00 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h50 | 2:15 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 10h00 | 4:25 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h50 | 2:15 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h25 | 4:25 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h45 | 5:45 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h30 | 6:30 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 8h20 | 5:45 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 9h05 | 6:30 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h00 | 4:25 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 11:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h45 | 8:45 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ Normal | 11:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h30 | 9:30 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h00 | 6:30 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h15 | 9:45 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h25 | 8:55 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:55 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 9h50 | 9:45 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:55 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 9h00 | 8:55 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:55 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 6h35 | 6:30 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h15 | 9:45 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h25 | 8:55 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:55 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h00 | 8:55 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:55 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h50 | 9:45 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 6:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h45 | 2:45 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Elche
Buses from Barcelona to Elche run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $65 (€51) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 264 miles (425 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 264 miles (425 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€51) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, Grupo Subús, Infobus from Barcelona to ElcheYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Elche with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, Grupo Subús, Infobus for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Hife
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Infobus
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FAQs: Bus from Barcelona to Elche
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Elche by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Elche, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Elche, Estación De Autobuses, located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Palmeral of Elche, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring Europe's largest palm grove with over 200,000 trees
- Basilica of Santa Maria, a historic church known for its stunning baroque architecture and the annual Mystery Play of Elche
- Huerto del Cura, a beautiful botanical garden showcasing a diverse collection of palm species and exotic plants
- Altamira Palace, a medieval fortress now housing the Archaeological and History Museum of Elche
- Elche Municipal Park, a serene urban park offering walking paths, fountains, and lush greenery.
- Explore the vibrant local markets and try traditional Spanish delicacies
- Attend the annual Mystery Play of Elche, a UNESCO-recognized cultural event held in the Basilica of Santa Maria
- Enjoy a leisurely walk or bike ride through the scenic Vinalopó River Park
- Visit the Elche Shoe Museum to learn about the city's rich shoemaking history
- Experience a traditional Spanish flamenco show at a local venue.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Barcelona to Elche, follow these tips:
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- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Barcelona to Elche
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- La Botiga (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
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