What is the cheapest way to get from Cartagena to Elche?

The cheapest way to get from Cartagena to Elche is to bus which costs €9 - €15 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cartagena to Elche?

The fastest way to get from Cartagena to Elche is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs €14 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Cartagena and Elche?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cartagena and arriving at Elche. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cartagena and Elche?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cartagena and arriving at Elche-Carrus. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Cartagena to Elche?

The distance between Cartagena and Elche is 108 km. The road distance is 91.3 km.

How do I travel from Cartagena to Elche without a car?

The best way to get from Cartagena to Elche without a car is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs €9 - €15.

How long does it take to get from Cartagena to Elche?

The bus from Cartagena to Elche takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Cartagena to Elche bus from?

Cartagena to Elche bus services, operated by BusbamSL, depart from Cartagena station.

Where do I catch the Cartagena to Elche train from?

Cartagena to Elche train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Cartagena station.

Train or bus from Cartagena to Elche?

The best way to get from Cartagena to Elche is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs €9 - €15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €14 - €22 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Cartagena to Elche bus arrive?

Cartagena to Elche bus services, operated by BusbamSL, arrive at Santa Pola station.

Where does the Cartagena to Elche train arrive?

Cartagena to Elche train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Elche-Carrus station.

Can I drive from Cartagena to Elche?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartagena to Elche is 91 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Cartagena to Elche.

How do I get a train ticket from Cartagena to Elche?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cartagena to Elche?

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Where can I stay near Elche?

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Cartagena to Elche - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cartagena to Elche by bus, train (Renfe), or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cartagena to Elchebus ALSA - Cart/Valen
1h 30m
€9–15
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Cartagena to Elche-Carrustrain 14202 / ...
1h 48m
€14–22
Drive 91.3 km
1. Drive from Cartagena to Elchecar 91.3 km
1h 7m
€15–22
Bus via Santa Pola
1. Take the bus from Cartagena to Santa Polabus
3h 40m
€9–19

Cartagena to Elche by bus

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Distance: 107.7 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

ALSA operates a bus from Cartagena to Elche once daily. Tickets cost €9–15 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Cartagena to Elche-Carrus twice daily. Tickets cost €14–22 and the journey takes 1h 48m.

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