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The average train between Madrid and Elche takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Madrid to Elche. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 17m
Duration
525 km
Distance
€78
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Alacant/Alicante Terminal

best
  1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain train Ave
4h 18m
€42–134

Madrid to Elche train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Madrid and Elche. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Madrid is at 7:42 PM which arrives into Elche at 7:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Madrid Chamartín and take an average of 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe ViajerosRenfe Cercanias10h 33m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe ViajerosRenfe Cercanias3h 41m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasOuigoRenfe Cercanias3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe AVERenfe Cercanias4h 18m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe ViajerosRenfe Cercanias4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe ViajerosRenfe Cercanias3h 41m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasOuigoRenfe Cercanias3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe AVERenfe Cercanias4h 18m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe ViajerosRenfe Cercanias4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe ViajerosRenfe Cercanias3h 41m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasOuigoRenfe Cercanias3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe AVERenfe Cercanias4h 18m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe ViajerosRenfe Cercanias4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe ViajerosRenfe Cercanias3h 41m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasOuigoRenfe Cercanias3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasiryoRenfe Cercanias3h 23m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe AVERenfe Cercanias3h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe ViajerosRenfe Cercanias3h 47m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasiryoRenfe Cercanias3h 26m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe AVERenfe Cercanias3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Renfe CercaniasRenfe AVERenfe Cercanias3h 47m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Madrid to Elche? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 525.5 km
  • Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Elche, Spain?

Renfe AVE operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Alacant/Alicante Terminal hourly. Tickets cost €70–130 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Three other operators also service this route.

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