- Must visit
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
$96
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
352 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Elche is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Elche will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 22 trains that leave Madrid for Elche on Sun, Jun 21, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 352 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 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.
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06594Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Elche among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 train costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $40.
Distance: 218 miles (352 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$37 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price | $177 Average price | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg 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 Madrid to Elche:
A train is $0.49 (€0.40) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Elche costing on average $37 (€31).
A train is $140 (€115) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Elche costing on average $177 (€145).
Other travel options to Elche take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 11m.
Bus takes on average 4h 9m.
The journey is about 56m faster (3h 11m by train vs 4h 7m by car) and roughly $47 (€39) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($37 (€30) vs $84 (€69)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe AVLO, iryo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Elche trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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05912 | Delayed 11:05 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h01 | 12:06 PM 12:06 PMElche Av/Elx Av | 0 transfersDirect | |
04072+ 01463 | On time 11:45 AM Madrid Chamartín | 6h41 | 6:26 PM Elche-Parc | 1 transfer | |
04072+ 35623 | Delayed 11:45 AM Madrid Chamartín | 7h44 | 5:29 PM 5:29 PMElche-Parc | 1 transfer | |
05312+ 01463 | On time 12:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 6h26 | 6:26 PM Elche-Parc | 1 transfer | |
05312+ 35623 | Delayed 12:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 7h29 | 5:29 PM 5:29 PMElche-Parc | 1 transfer | |
05742 | Delayed 2:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h54 | 3:21 PM 3:21 PMElche Av/Elx Av | 0 transfersDirect | |
05162+ 35623 | Delayed 4:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 3h29 | 5:29 PM 5:29 PMElche-Parc | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
05668 | 6:15 AM Madrid Chamartín | 3h01 | 9:16 AM Elche Av/Elx Av | 0 transfersDirect | |
05668+ 14123 | 6:15 AM Madrid Chamartín | 3h24 | 9:39 AM Elche-Parc | 1 transfer | |
06484 | 8:15 AM Madrid Chamartín | 3h00 | 11:15 AM Elche Av/Elx Av | 0 transfersDirect | |
05092+ 01463 | 9:00 AM Madrid Chamartín | 9h26 | 6:26 PM Elche-Parc | 1 transfer | |
05092+ 35623 | 9:00 AM Madrid Chamartín | 10h29 | 7:29 PM Elche-Parc | 1 transfer | |
05102+ 01463 | 9:45 AM Madrid Chamartín | 8h41 | 6:26 PM Elche-Parc | 1 transfer | |
05102+ 35623 | 9:45 AM Madrid Chamartín | 9h44 | 7:29 PM Elche-Parc | 1 transfer | |
05962 | 10:00 AM Madrid Chamartín | 2h14 | 12:14 PM Elche Av/Elx Av | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Madrid to Elche run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 21:02. The fastest train covers the 218 miles (352 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 218 miles (352 km) |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 6:15 AM |
Last train 9:02 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.
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Elche-Parc, Elche -> Elche Centre, Elche
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Elche by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Elche, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Elche trains use the Madrid Chamartín to Elche Av/Elx Av station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Elche train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
Elche Av/Elx Av is 6 km from Elche city centre. Public transport options include:
Elche Av/Elx Av has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante La Finca, Restaurante Els Capellans
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Elche Av/Elx Av. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Elche Av/Elx Av. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Elche Av/Elx Av: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Elche Av/Elx Av: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Elche Av/Elx Av: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Huerto del Cura, Tryp Ciudad de Elche Hotel, Hotel Jardín Milenio.
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