- 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.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Elda 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 Elda to Santa Pola will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 1 buses that leave Elda for Santa Pola on Tue, Aug 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 37 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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 Elda to Santa Pola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $7 (€6) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€2). The journey takes 1h 18m versus 46m 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 Renfe | Departure Time 06:34AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 4h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Vectalia - Grupo SuBús | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Renfe | Departure Time 08:37AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 4h08 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Renfe MD | Departure Time 08:37AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h08 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Vectalia - Grupo SuBús | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Renfe | Departure Time 01:18PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 3h27 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Renfe MD | Departure Time 01:28PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 3h17 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Renfe | Departure Time 01:28PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 3h17 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Renfe | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Renfe INTERCITY | Departure Time 05:02PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h43 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Renfe | Departure Time 05:28PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 3h07 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Renfe | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Renfe MD | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Renfe | Departure Time 07:58PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 3h47 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Renfe | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Renfe MD | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Elda to Santa Pola buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14470+ Normal | 6:34 AM Elda Petrer | 4h11 | 10:45 AM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
14470+ Normal | 6:34 AM Elda Petrer | 4h41 | 11:15 AM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
14470+ Normal | 6:34 AM Elda Petrer | 3h11 | 9:45 AM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
38123+ Normal | 8:37 AM Elda Petrer | 3h08 | 11:45 AM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
14123+ Normal | 8:37 AM Elda Petrer | 2h38 | 11:15 AM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
38123+ Normal | 8:37 AM Elda Petrer | 2h38 | 11:15 AM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
14474+ Normal | 1:18 PM Elda Petrer | 3h27 | 4:45 PM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
18081+ Normal | 1:28 PM Elda Petrer | 3h17 | 4:45 PM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
38081+ Normal | 1:28 PM Elda Petrer | 3h17 | 4:45 PM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
14476+ Normal | 3:55 PM Elda Petrer | 2h50 | 6:45 PM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
14476+ Normal | 3:55 PM Elda Petrer | 4h50 | 8:45 PM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
14476+ Normal | 3:55 PM Elda Petrer | 3h50 | 7:45 PM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
01463+ Normal | 5:02 PM Elda Petrer | 3h43 | 8:45 PM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
01463+ Normal | 5:02 PM Elda Petrer | 2h43 | 7:45 PM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
01463+ Normal | 5:02 PM Elda Petrer | 4h43 | 9:45 PM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
14003+ Normal | 5:28 PM Elda Petrer | 3h07 | 8:35 PM Gran Alacant | 1 transfer | |
38003+ Normal | 5:28 PM Elda Petrer | 3h17 | 8:45 PM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
38003+ Normal | 5:28 PM Elda Petrer | 3h07 | 8:35 PM Gran Alacant | 1 transfer | |
38523+ Normal | 6:15 PM Elda Petrer | 2h20 | 8:35 PM Gran Alacant | 1 transfer | |
35623+ Normal | 6:15 PM Elda Petrer | 2h20 | 8:35 PM Gran Alacant | 1 transfer | |
38523+ Normal | 6:15 PM Elda Petrer | 2h30 | 8:45 PM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
14478+ Normal | 7:58 PM Elda Petrer | 2h47 | 10:45 PM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
18181+ Normal | 8:10 PM Elda Petrer | 2h35 | 10:45 PM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
38181+ Normal | 8:10 PM Elda Petrer | 2h35 | 10:45 PM Santa Pola | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Elda to Santa Pola run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 20:10. The fastest bus covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Santa Pola — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santa Pola trip today.
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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elda 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 Elda to Santa Pola buses use the Petrer, Estación de Autobuses to Santa Pola station pair. Use this guide to compare Elda 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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