What is the cheapest way to get from Orihuela to Altea?

The cheapest way to get from Orihuela to Altea is to train and tram via Av Severo Ochoa 16 which costs €10 - €21 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Orihuela to Altea?

The fastest way to get from Orihuela to Altea is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs €17 - €25.

Is there a direct train between Orihuela and Altea?

No, there is no direct train from Orihuela to Altea. However, there are services departing from Orihuela and arriving at Altea via Alicante - Luceros and Benidorm. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Orihuela to Altea?

The distance between Orihuela and Altea is 112 km. The road distance is 107.9 km.

How do I travel from Orihuela to Altea without a car?

The best way to get from Orihuela to Altea without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 4m and costs €9 - €22.

How long does it take to get from Orihuela to Altea?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Orihuela to Altea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Orihuela to Altea train from?

Orihuela to Altea train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Orihuela station.

Where does the Orihuela to Altea train arrive?

Orihuela to Altea train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Can I drive from Orihuela to Altea?

Yes, the driving distance between Orihuela to Altea is 108 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Orihuela to Altea.

Where can I stay near Altea?

There are 9491+ hotels available in Altea.

Orihuela to Altea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Orihuela to Altea by train, bus, tram, or car

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Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Elche Av/Elx Av to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Alicante Estación Tren to Alteabus Alsa - 527
3h 4m
€9–22
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Orihuela to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain Re / ...
2. Take the tram from Alicante - Luceros to Benidormtram 1
3h 15m
€10–21
Drive 107.9 km
1. Drive from Orihuela to Alteacar 107.9 km
1h 12m
€18–25
Train, tram via Av Severo Ochoa 16
1. Take the train from Orihuela-Miguel Hernández to Alicante/Alacant-Terminaltrain C1
2. Take the tram from Alicante - Luceros to Benidormtram 1
4h 21m
€11–21

Orihuela to Altea by train and bus

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Distance: 111.5 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Orihuela, Spain and Altea, Spain?

There is no direct connection from Orihuela to Altea. However, you can take the train to Elche Av/Elx Av, take the train to Alacant/Alicante Terminal, walk to Alicante Estación Tren, then take the bus to Altea. Alternatively, you can take a train from Orihuela to Altea via Alicante-Terminal, Alicante - Luceros, and Benidorm in around 3h 15m.

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