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

The cheapest way to get from Elche to Jaén is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elche to Jaén is to drive which takes 4h and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Elche and Jaén?

No, there is no direct bus from Elche to Jaén. However, there are services departing from Elche and arriving at Jaén via Guadix. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Elche and Jaén?

No, there is no direct train from Elche to Jaén. However, there are services departing from Elche/Elx-Parc and arriving at Jaen via Alacant/Alicante Terminal, Albacete and Alcazar De San Juan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Elche to Jaén?

The distance between Elche and Jaén is 398 km. The road distance is 384.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Elche to Jaén without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Elche to Jaén, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elche to Jaén bus from?

Elche to Jaén bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Elche station.

Where do I catch the Elche to Jaén train from?

Elche to Jaén train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Train or bus from Elche to Jaén?

The best way to get from Elche to Jaén is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can train via Albacete, which costs €55 - €120 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Elche to Jaén bus arrive?

Elche to Jaén bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Guadix station.

Where does the Elche to Jaén train arrive?

Elche to Jaén train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Albacete station.

Can I drive from Elche to Jaén?

Yes, the driving distance between Elche to Jaén is 384 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Elche to Jaén.

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

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Elche to Jaén - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Elche to Jaén by bus, train (Renfe, Ouigo), car, or train (Renfe)

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Elche to Guadixbus ALSA - Slpe Ma-Al / ...
2. Take the bus from Guadix to Jaénbus Vaj-158
6h 45m
€34–47
Train via Albacete
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Albacetetrain Ave
2. Take the train from Albacete to Alcazar De San Juantrain Alv / ...
3. Take the train from Alcazar De San Juan to Jaentrain
7h 29m
€60–112
Drive 384.2 km
1. Drive from Elche to Jaéncar 384.2 km
4h
€62–90
Bus via Murcia
1. Take the bus from Elche to Estación de Autobuses de Murciabus
2. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Murcia to Granada Estación de Autobusesbus
3. Take the bus from Granada Estación de Autobuses to Jaenbus
7h 5m
€35–60
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Elche-Carrus to Villenatrain
2. Take the train from Villena to Manzanarestrain
3. Take the train from Manzanares to Jaentrain
8h 36m
€67–105

Elche to Jaén by bus

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6h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 397.7 km
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Elche to Jaén via Guadix in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Elche/Elx-Parc to Jaen via Alicante/Alacant-Terminal, Alacant/Alicante Terminal, Albacete, and Alcazar De San Juan in around 7h 29m.

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