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Museo Arqueológico y de Historia de Elche (MAHE)
Elche’s main archaeology and history museum, housed partly in the Palacio de Altamira, with exhibits on the Lady of Elche, Iberian culture, and the city’s evolution.
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 34 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
370 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Málaga to Elche is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Elche will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 6 buses that leave Málaga for Elche on Wed, Jun 10, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct buses cover the 370 km distance in an average of 7 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Elche among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a flight costs an average of $62.
Distance: 229 miles (370 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$65 Average price Cheapest | $140 Average price | $291 Average price | $91 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Málaga to Elche:
A bus is $75 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Málaga to Elche costing on average $140 (€114).
A bus is $226 (€183) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Málaga to Elche costing on average $291 (€236).
Other travel options to Elche take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 34m.
Bus takes on average 6h 46m.
Tickets start at around $65 (€53) compared to roughly $91 (€74) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€21). The journey takes 6h 46m versus 4h 25m 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 Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
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 Alsa | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Elche buses for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 9:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 9h35 | 7:05 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, June 10 | |||||
Normal | 1:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 8h15 | 9:15 AM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 8h05 | 4:05 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 6h30 | 6:30 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:15 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 7h00 | 9:15 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 3:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 8h00 | 11:00 PM Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Málaga to Elche run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $62 (€50) by flight.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 229 miles (370 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 229 miles (370 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Elche — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Elche trip today.
Elche’s main archaeology and history museum, housed partly in the Palacio de Altamira, with exhibits on the Lady of Elche, Iberian culture, and the city’s evolution.
Museum dedicated to Elche’s unique palm grove landscape, explaining traditional irrigation, farming, and why the Palmeral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Museum focused on the Mystery Play of Elche, with costumes, audiovisual displays, and interpretation of one of Spain’s most important living religious traditions.
The city’s UNESCO-listed palm grove is Elche’s defining landscape, ideal for walking and photography and one of the most distinctive urban green areas in Spain.
The best-known garden within the palm grove, famous for carefully landscaped palms and the iconic Imperial Palm; one of Elche’s signature visitor spots.
The historic center combines key monuments, traditional streets, museums, and palm-filled spaces, making it the best area for first-time visitors to explore on foot.
Signature rice dish from Elche and nearby Vega Baja, baked with rabbit or chicken and finished with a golden egg crust.
Elche is famous for its historic date palms, and local dates are eaten as a snack or used in sweets and savory dishes.
Local pomegranate from the Elche countryside, valued for its sweet flavor and protected designation reputation in the area.
Refined restaurant outside central Elche known for creative Mediterranean cuisine, polished service, and an elegant fine-dining setting.
Established traditional restaurant known for grilled meats, rice dishes, and classic regional cooking in a rustic atmosphere.
Well-known dining spot in Elche offering modern Mediterranean dishes, rice specialties, and a stylish contemporary setting.
Generally moderate. Meals, coffee, and local transport are affordable, while hotels can rise in peak summer and festival periods.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change for cafés is fine; taxis are usually rounded up.
Official public transport app
Elche, Estación De Autobuses -> Elche Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga 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.

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