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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Marbella to Cartagena

Composite routes from Marbella to Cartagena

Cheapest
4 h 39 min
Car
453 km.
from $24
Fastest
1 h 7 min
Plane
Other
8 h 14 min
366 km.
from $76.37
9 h 15 min
366 km.
from $48.04
11 h 2 min
Bus, Train
365 km.
from $114.89

Transport providers

Train operators

Renfe Viajeros

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Murcia Del Carmen to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.59–$10.76

Renfe AVE

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Murcia
Ave. Duration:
6h 42m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$94.93–$139.24

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Email:
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Malaga to Estación
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72
Bus from Estación de Autobuses de Granada to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.64–$46.83
Bus from Malaga to Almeria
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Marbella to Estación
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.86–$13.92

Avanza Grupo

Phone:
+34 91 272 28 32
Email:
Website:
avanzabus.com/
Bus from Marbella to Estación
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.33–$10.76

BusbamSL

Phone:
+34 902 22 72 72
Email:
Website:
busbam.com
Bus from Almería to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Marbella to Cartagena is to bus via Almería which costs $35.87 - $59.78 and takes 9h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Marbella to Cartagena is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Marbella and Cartagena?

No, there is no direct bus from Marbella to Cartagena. However, there are services departing from Marbella and arriving at Cartagena via Malaga and Estación de Autobuses de Granada. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

How far is it from Marbella to Cartagena?

The distance between Marbella and Cartagena is 517 km. The road distance is 452 km.

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

The best way to get from Marbella to Cartagena without a car is to bus which takes 8h 14m and costs $42.39 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 14m to get from Marbella to Cartagena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marbella to Cartagena bus from?

Marbella to Cartagena bus services, operated by Avanza Grupo, depart from Marbella station.

Where does the Marbella to Cartagena bus arrive?

Marbella to Cartagena bus services, operated by Avanza Grupo, arrive at Estación de Autobuses de Málaga station.

Can I drive from Marbella to Cartagena?

Yes, the driving distance between Marbella to Cartagena is 452 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Marbella to Cartagena.

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

Book your Marbella to Cartagena bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cartagena?

There are 1670+ hotels available in Cartagena. Prices start at $31.54 per night.
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