- Must visit
Museo del Mar de Santa Pola
Main archaeology museum inside the fortress, presenting Iberian, Roman, and local history finds. Essential for understanding Santa Pola’s past.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Elche to Santa Pola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elche to Santa Pola will cost around $2 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.
On Sun, Nov 08, we found 15 buses from Elche to Santa Pola, including 15 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 08 the direct buses cover the 14 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 28 m .
On Sun, Nov 08 the slowest buses will take 28 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.
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Buses from Elche to Santa Pola run on average 21 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $2 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:50, the last at 21:09. The fastest bus covers the 8 miles (14 km) distance in 28m.
Distance 8 miles (14 km) |
Average bus duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€2) |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 28m |
First bus 5:50 AM |
Last bus 9:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Elche to Santa Pola.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 08:23AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 08:43AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 08:53AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 09:13AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 09:43AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 09:53AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 10:03AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 10:53AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 11:03AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 11:43AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 11:53AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 12:03PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:28PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 12:53PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:18PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 01:53PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:08PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 02:48PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 02:53PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 03:03PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 04:03PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 04:23PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 04:43PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 05:23PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 05:33PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 05:53PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 06:23PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:38PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:03PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:38PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 08:03PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 09:03PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 09:43PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 10:03PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 11:03PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 11:23PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 12:03AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
The table below shows live departures for Elche to Santa Pola buses for today, Saturday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 11:25 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 11:53 AM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:25 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 12:53 PM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:25 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 1:53 PM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:25 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 2:53 PM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:55 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 4:23 PM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:25 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 5:53 PM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:35 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 7:03 PM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:35 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 8:03 PM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:35 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 9:03 PM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:35 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 10:03 PM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:35 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 11:03 PM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:35 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 12:03 AM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Normal | 7:55 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 8:23 AM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:45 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 9:13 AM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:35 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 10:03 AM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:25 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0h28 | 10:53 AM Santa Pola | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Main archaeology museum inside the fortress, presenting Iberian, Roman, and local history finds. Essential for understanding Santa Pola’s past.
Aquarium with Mediterranean species from the bay, focused on local marine life and education. A compact, family-friendly cultural visit by the harbor.
Interpretive center on the Santa Pola salt flats, birdlife, and traditional salt production. Excellent for learning before exploring the natural park.
Scenic clifftop walkway near the lighthouse with spectacular sea panoramas. One of the area’s most popular recent photo spots and an easy coastal walk.
Natural viewpoint over cliffs, sea, and Tabarca Island. A top place for sunsets, birdwatching, and seeing Santa Pola’s coastline from above.
Salt-lagoon nature area famous for flamingos and wetland landscapes. It combines wildlife, traditional industry, and accessible observation points.
Salt-baked sea bass from Santa Pola’s fishing tradition. Fresh local fish is baked in a salt crust, keeping it moist and highlighting the town’s strong maritime identity.
Alicante-style rice cooked with cuttlefish, fish stock and often prawns. It is a coastal staple around Santa Pola, prized for deep seafood flavour and socarrat.
Local red prawns from nearby waters, usually grilled or boiled simply. They are one of the area’s most valued seafood products and a classic order in Santa Pola.
Well-known waterfront seafood restaurant in the port area, valued for rice dishes, fresh fish and a polished yet relaxed maritime setting.
Established marina-side venue popular for paella, shellfish and fish. Comfortable classic dining room with views and a traditional Santa Pola seafood focus.
Trusted casual spot known for tapas, rice dishes and seafood near the harbour. Lively local atmosphere and good value for traditional coastal cooking.
Moderate for Costa Blanca resorts; lodging rises in summer, but dining and local buses stay reasonable versus larger Spanish beach destinations.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; round up in cafes and taxis, but tipping is not obligatory.
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Estacion de Autobuses de Santa Pola -> Castillo Fortaleza De Santa Pola, Santa Pola
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Santa Pola.
The connection between Elche and Santa Pola by bus is very fluid throughout the year. There are 2 buses per hour almost daily which cover the journey in a minimum of 25 minutes. The company that manages this itinerary is Subús-Vectia. To check the details of each exit, it is more prudent to consult the search engine of Omio. It allows you to buy the ticket and receive the documentation by e-mail.
Elche Santa Pola buses belong to the company Subús-Vectia. All of them correspond to a standard category. They have air conditioning to make the trip as comfortable as possible.
Elche Santa Pola buses take a minimum of 25 minutes to complete their journey. This, in the event that there is little traffic on the road. This is an itinerary with a large number of intermediate stops both in both towns and on the CV-865 road that joins them. For example, one of the most requested is Safari.
There are 2 buses per hour in the moments with the highest number of passengers and 1 each hour during the rest of the day. The fastest are those who circulate outside peak hours. Summer is also an important variable in determining the length of the journey, as traffic increases.
Elche station: to get there, just take a taxi or a bus on lines L004 or L039, with a stop nearby. Travellers who prefer to bring their own car can leave it in the Candalix car park, about 550 metres away. The station has a public address system, public telephone, cafeteria and is adapted for people with reduced mobility.
Santa Pola Station: upon arrival in Santa Pola, the rest of the city can be reached by taxi or urban buses on lines L002 and L003. The station connects the city with practically all of Spain, from Barcelona, Irun or Bilbao to nearby places such as Torrevieja, among others. During the wait, the traveler can enjoy free WiFi in the cafeteria or in the station restaurant. There is also a playground for children.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elche to Santa Pola 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 Santa Pola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Elche to Santa Pola buses use the Elche, Estación De Autobuses to Santa Pola station pair. Use this guide to compare Elche and Santa Pola bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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