- Must visit
Casa Museo Modernista
Outstanding preserved bourgeois home with furniture, decoration, and stained glass. It is Novelda’s essential stop for understanding local Modernisme.
Cheapest price
$2
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
18 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Elche to Novelda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elche to Novelda will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.
Of the 5 buses that leave Elche for Novelda on Fri, Aug 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 21 the direct buses cover the 15 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Fri, Aug 21 the slowest buses will take 20 m 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Elche to Novelda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $2. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $2, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 9 miles (15 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$2 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price | $5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Elche to Novelda:
A bus is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Elche to Novelda costing on average $8.
Other travel options to Novelda take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 7m.
Tickets start at around $2 compared to roughly $5 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2. The journey takes 29m versus 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Grupo Subús, BlaBlaCar, Vectalia - Grupo SuBús.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Vectalia - Grupo SuBús | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Vectalia - Grupo SuBús | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Vectalia - Grupo SuBús | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Vectalia - Grupo SuBús | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Vectalia - Grupo SuBús | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Vectalia - Grupo SuBús | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Vectalia - Grupo SuBús | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Vectalia - Grupo SuBús | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Vectalia - Grupo SuBús | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Vectalia - Grupo SuBús | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
The table below shows live departures for Elche to Novelda buses for tomorrow, Friday, August 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:50 AM Elche | 0h20 | 8:10 AM Novelda | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Elche | 0h10 | 8:10 AM Novelda | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Elche | 0h20 | 10:50 AM Novelda | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Elche | 0h20 | 12:20 PM Novelda | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:20 PM Elche | 0h20 | 5:40 PM Novelda | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Elche to Novelda run on average 5 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:10, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 9 miles (15 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 9 miles (15 km) |
Average bus duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 20m |
First bus 8:10 AM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
Discover the best of Novelda — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Novelda trip today.
Outstanding preserved bourgeois home with furniture, decoration, and stained glass. It is Novelda’s essential stop for understanding local Modernisme.
Museum devoted to local trade history, especially saffron, showing how Novelda built prosperity through commerce, industry, and international connections.
Interpretation center on the sanctuary and La Mola hill heritage. It helps visitors understand architecture, archaeology, and the site’s cultural context.
Hilltop area around the sanctuary and castle with broad valley views. It is the most scenic walking zone in Novelda and ideal at sunset.
Main civic square framed by important buildings and everyday local life. It is a natural starting point for walking the historic center of Novelda.
Central square around the town hall and church, useful for orientation, people-watching, and experiencing Novelda’s urban heart and public events.
Arroz con conejo y caracoles is a regional rice dish cooked with rabbit, snails and aromatic herbs, prized in inland Alicante for its robust countryside flavor.
Gazpachos manchegos is a traditional hunting stew with flatbread pieces, rabbit or game, and mountain herbs, long linked to the inland cooking of Alicante.
Gachamiga is a humble local skillet dish of flour, olive oil, garlic and water, often shared at gatherings and valued as a classic workers' food.
Refined restaurant known for creative Mediterranean cuisine and polished service in a contemporary setting.
Popular casual spot for tapas, montaditos and daily menus, favored for informal meals with local flavor.
Established local dining room serving rice dishes, grilled meats and classic Alicante recipes in a traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain. Dining is reasonable, local transit is cheap, and lodging is often lower than major tourist cities, though peak-season stays can raise costs.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Cafes: small change. Taxis: round up to the next euro; tips are appreciated but not expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elche to Novelda 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 Novelda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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