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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Madrid to Cartagena

Composite routes from Madrid to Cartagena

Cheapest
4 h 28 min
Car
448 km.
from $24

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Europa

Website:
aireuropa.com
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$189.87
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Valencia
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$113.92

Iberia

Website:
iberia.com/
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.30–$329.10
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Valencia
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.57–$392.39
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Almería
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$430.36

Train operators

Renfe Viajeros

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid Chamartín to Murcia
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.10–$69.62
Train from Murcia Del Carmen to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.59–$10.76
Train from Madrid Chamartín to Albacete
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$31.64–$44.30
Train from Albacete to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91
Train from Estació del Nord to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
5h 29m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$31.64–$44.30

Renfe AVE

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid Chamartín to Murcia
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$55.69–$82.28
Train from Madrid Chamartín to Albacete
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$43.04–$60.76

iryo

Phone:
+34 910 150 000
Email:
Website:
iryo.eu/es/home
Train from Madrid Chamartín to Albacete
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$29.11–$60.76

Ouigo

Phone:
+34 910 780 990
Website:
ouigo.com/es
Train from Madrid Chamartín to Murcia
Ave. Duration:
2h 46m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38
Train from Madrid Chamartín to Albacete
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Email:
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$44.30–$63.29
Bus from Alicante Aeropuerto to Estación
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$6.96–$10.76
Bus from Estación de Autobuses de Murcia to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$5.19–$7.59
Bus from Aeropuerto Almeria to Vera
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.86–$13.92

BusbamSL

Phone:
+34 902 22 72 72
Email:
Website:
busbam.com
Bus from Vera to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.13–$16.46

Interbus Murcia

Phone:
+34 900 842 202
Email:
Website:
interbusmurcia.es/
Bus from Estación de Autobuses de Murcia to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.81–$7.59

Other operators

BlaBlaCar.es

Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Madrid to Cartagène
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.18

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Cartagena is to rideshare which costs $23.34 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Cartagena is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Cartagena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Cartagena. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Cartagena?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Cartagena. However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at Cartagena via Murcia Del Carmen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Madrid to Cartagena?

The distance between Madrid and Cartagena is 559 km. The road distance is 447.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Cartagena without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs $25 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Madrid to Cartagena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Cartagena bus from?

Madrid to Cartagena bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Cartagena train from?

Madrid to Cartagena train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Cartagena?

The best way to get from Madrid to Cartagena is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs $25 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $38.04 - $54.35 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Madrid to Cartagena bus arrive?

Madrid to Cartagena bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Cartagena station.

Where does the Madrid to Cartagena train arrive?

Madrid to Cartagena train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Murcia Del Carmen station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Cartagena?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Cartagena is 447 km. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Madrid to Cartagena.

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

Book your Madrid to Cartagena train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Madrid 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.

Can I share a ride from Madrid to Cartagena?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Madrid and Cartagena. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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