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Madrid to Elche Av/Elx Av Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Madrid to Elche Av/Elx Av trains run on Spain's Madrid-Levante high-speed network, with Renfe operating AVE and Avlo services on this corridor. Trains normally depart from Madrid Chamartin-Clara Campoamor and may call at Cuenca Fernando Zobel, Albacete-Los Llanos, Villena AV, and Orihuela depending on the service pattern. The rail distance is about 424 km to Elche AV station. The fastest AVE services take about 2 hours 20 minutes, while slower stopping services usually take up to about 2 hours 45 minutes. Around 4 to 6 direct departures run daily in one direction, with more options on busy travel dates. One-way fares start from about €19 ($21 USD) on the cheapest advance tickets and can rise to around €95 ($103 USD) for flexible or higher-class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for Semana Santa, August holidays, Christmas/New Year, and Spanish long weekends.

16Jul

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Madrid

Elche Av/Elx Av

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Travel time

Arrival Time

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Ticket price

Morning trains

06:15

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

3h 1m

09:16

Elche Av/Elx AvStation

Direct

High-speed

Renfe Avlo 05668

from

18 USD

3h 1m, Direct

06:15

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

09:16

Elche Av/Elx AvStation

from

18 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe Avlo 05668

10:00

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

2h 14m

12:14

Elche Av/Elx AvStation

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05962

from

69 USD

2h 14m, Direct

10:00

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

12:14

Elche Av/Elx AvStation

from

69 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05962

Day trains

14:27

MadridMadrid Atocha

2h 54m

17:21

Elche Av/Elx AvStation

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05742

from

109 USD

2h 54m, Direct

14:27

MadridMadrid Atocha

17:21

Elche Av/Elx AvStation

from

109 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05742

Evening trains

19:15

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

2h 20m

21:35

Elche Av/Elx AvStation

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05792

from

103 USD

2h 20m, Direct

19:15

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

21:35

Elche Av/Elx AvStation

from

103 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05792

First train

06:15

Last train

19:15

Travel duration

2h 38m

Daily departures

Departure station

Madrid

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Elche Av/Elx Av

Ticket price

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Exchange and cancellation conditions depend on the Renfe fare selected for the Madrid to Elche AV route. AVE Elige and Premium fares usually allow more changes than Basico or Avlo tickets, subject to the fare rules shown before payment.

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Madrid to Elche Av/Elx Av Route Overview

The Madrid to Elche AV route links the Spanish capital with the inland high-speed station built for Elche and the lower Vinalopo area, reducing a former long conventional rail trip to roughly two and a half hours. A distinctive feature is the arrival at Elche AV rather than the older Elche-Parc station in the city center, so most travelers continue by taxi, local bus, or pickup vehicle for the final 6 km into central Elche. Seats on AVE and Avlo are reserved; there is no non-reserved carriage practice on this Spanish high-speed route. The line crosses the dry plateau of Castilla-La Mancha before turning southeast through Albacete and the Alicante interior toward the palm groves around Elche.

Travel time

2h 38m

Train type

Renfe AVE

Renfe Avlo

Fastest trip

2h 14m

Longest trip

3h 1m

Madrid

Madrid is Spain's capital and the main hub for long-distance high-speed rail. Most trains to Elche AV depart from Madrid Chamartin-Clara Campoamor, north of the city center and connected to Metro, Cercanias suburban trains, and long-distance routes toward northern and eastern Spain.

Madrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

Station

Madrid Atocha

Station

Madrid Príncipe Pio

Station

Madrid - Atocha Cercanías

Station

2h 38m

Elche Av/Elx Av

Elche, officially Elx in Valencian, is known for the UNESCO-listed Palmeral and its footwear industry. Elche AV/Elx AV station is a high-speed rail station outside the central urban area, with onward road links to Elche city center, Alicante-Elche Airport, and towns in the Vega Baja area.

Elche Av/Elx Av

Station

Available Ticket Classes

Renfe AVE services on Madrid to Elche Av/Elx Av usually sell Basico, Elige, Elige Confort, and Premium fare families when available. Basico is the lowest-price reserved-seat fare with stricter change rules; Elige adds more flexibility; Elige Confort uses wider seats where the trainset includes Confort seating; Premium includes the most flexible conditions and may include onboard extras on selected services. Avlo is Renfe's low-cost high-speed product, with one reserved seat class and optional paid extras such as added luggage or seat selection. All seats are assigned before boarding, and passengers must pass through the station access control before reaching the platform.

from

$13

Economy Class

from

$69

Business class

Practical Information for AVE and Avlo Travelers

Spanish high-speed trains use airline-style access checks before boarding, so luggage should be manageable through station gates and scanners. Rules differ slightly by fare and operator product, especially on Avlo.

Luggage Allowance

On Renfe AVE, passengers may usually carry up to 3 pieces with a combined weight of 25 kg and combined dimensions up to 290 cm, with no single item over 85 x 55 x 35 cm. Avlo basic fares include smaller included luggage, with larger bags available as a paid add-on during booking.

Storage Facilities

AVE and Avlo trainsets have overhead racks for cabin bags and end-of-car luggage stacks for larger suitcases. Keep tickets and ID accessible because station access gates and onboard checks may take place before or after boarding.

Special Items

Folded bicycles, scooters, skis, golf bags, and musical instruments must be packed and kept within Renfe's special-luggage conditions. Full-size bicycles are not treated as ordinary loose luggage on AVE or Avlo and require proper packing where accepted.

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Madrid to Elche Av/Elx Av Map

The route uses the Madrid-Levante high-speed network from Madrid Chamartin-Clara Campoamor toward Castilla-La Mancha and southeastern Spain. Trains run via the Cuenca and Albacete high-speed axis, then continue toward Villena AV and the branch serving Elche AV/Elx AV, with some services continuing to Orihuela and Murcia. The line crosses open plateau landscapes, the La Mancha plain, and dry Alicante interior terrain before reaching the Elche area.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

AVE

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 31m

Price from

$28

Departures

Rating

Train

AVLO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 1m

Price from

Departures

Rating

The train from Madrid to Elche Av/Elx Av gives a direct city rail terminal to Elche-area high-speed station trip in about 2 hours 20 minutes on the fastest departures. Buses between Madrid and Elche usually take around 5 to 6 hours, often departing from Madrid Estacion Sur and arriving closer to central Elche. Flying normally means Madrid to Alicante-Elche Airport, then a road transfer to Elche, so check-in, security, and airport access can remove much of the airborne time advantage. Electric high-speed rail also produces lower emissions per passenger than flying on this domestic corridor.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

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Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

2h 38m

$8-$122

Bus

Apprx.

5h 30m

$25-$55

Flight

Apprx.

1h 15m

$45-$180

Madrid to Elche Av/Elx Av Bullet Train

AVE is the main full-service high-speed train between Madrid and Elche Av/Elx Av, using reserved seating and fare families from Basico to Premium. The fastest AVE services take about 2 hours 20 minutes and run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on suitable sections of the Madrid-Levante high-speed line. Avlo, when scheduled on this route, is Renfe's lower-cost high-speed service with a simpler onboard offer and optional paid extras. Stopping patterns vary, with some trains calling at Cuenca Fernando Zobel, Albacete-Los Llanos, Villena AV, or Orihuela, while faster services make fewer intermediate stops. Operator: Renfe.

Renfe AVE

Renfe AVE is Spain's high-speed rail service on major routes from Madrid.

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Renfe Avlo

Renfe Avlo is Spain's low-cost high-speed train with Turista class only.

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FAQ about the Madrid - Elche Av/Elx Av Route

How do I book Madrid to Elche Av/Elx Av train tickets?

Book Madrid to Elche Av/Elx Av tickets on Rail Monsters by choosing a date, comparing AVE and Avlo departures, selecting a fare, and paying online. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and the iOS and Android apps can store booking details and provide real-time train information.

Does the Renfe Spain Pass cover Madrid to Elche Av/Elx Av?

The Renfe Spain Pass can be used on many Renfe long-distance and high-speed trains, including AVE routes, but seat reservations are still required and pass conditions apply. Avlo services and some fare products may have restrictions. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How much is the train from Madrid to Elche Av/Elx Av?

Madrid to Elche Av/Elx Av train fares start from about €19 ($21 USD) for the cheapest advance tickets and can rise to around €95 ($103 USD) for flexible or higher-class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Madrid to Elche Av/Elx Av?

The fastest AVE services from Madrid Chamartin-Clara Campoamor to Elche AV take about 2 hours 20 minutes. Slower direct trains with more intermediate stops usually take up to about 2 hours 45 minutes over a rail distance of about 424 km.

How fast is the Madrid to Elche AVE?

AVE and Avlo trains on the Madrid-Levante high-speed network can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on high-speed sections. Average speed is lower because trains slow for station approaches, junctions, and scheduled stops such as Albacete or Villena AV.

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