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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cartagena to Madrid

Composite routes from Cartagena to Madrid

Cheapest
4 h 31 min
Car
448 km.
from $24

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 3
Ryanair
Website
Air Europa
Website
Iberia
Website
Ryanair
Website
3h
Friday
$35.44–$253.16
Air Europa
Website
1h 10m
Every day
$34.18–$189.87
Iberia
Website
1h 15m
Every day
$44.30–$329.10
Train operators
Found: 1
Alsa
Avda. Manoteras 38, Bloque D, Planta Baja 10, 28050 Madrid, Spain
Alsa
Avda. Manoteras 38, Bloque D, Planta Baja 10, 28050 Madrid, Spain
[email protected]
Contact via email
Bus operators
Found: 4
Alsa
Avda. Manoteras 38, Bloque D, Planta Baja 10, 28050 Madrid, Spain
Bilman Bus
Avda. Manoteras 38, Bloque D, Planta Baja 10, 28050 Madrid, Spain
Damas
Avda. Manoteras 38, Bloque D, Planta Baja 10, 28050 Madrid, Spain
InterBus Damas
Avda. Manoteras 38, Bloque D, Planta Baja 10, 28050 Madrid, Spain
Alsa
Avda. Manoteras 38, Bloque D, Planta Baja 10, 28050 Madrid, Spain
[email protected]
Contact via email
Bilman Bus
Avda. Manoteras 38, Bloque D, Planta Baja 10, 28050 Madrid, Spain
[email protected]
Contact via email
Damas
Avda. Manoteras 38, Bloque D, Planta Baja 10, 28050 Madrid, Spain
+34 959 256 900
+34 959 256 900
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
InterBus Damas
Avda. Manoteras 38, Bloque D, Planta Baja 10, 28050 Madrid, Spain
+34 902 646 428
+34 902 646 428
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Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar.es
Website
BlaBlaCar.es
Website
5h 20m
Every 4 hours
$22.35

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cartagena to Madrid is to rideshare which costs $19.20 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cartagena to Madrid is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Cartagena and Madrid?

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

Is there a direct train between Cartagena and Madrid?

No, there is no direct train from Cartagena to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Cartagena and arriving at Madrid Chamartín via Murcia Del Carmen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Cartagena to Madrid?

The distance between Cartagena and Madrid is 559 km. The road distance is 446.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cartagena to Madrid without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs $25 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Cartagena to Madrid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cartagena to Madrid bus from?

Cartagena to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Cartagena station.

Where do I catch the Cartagena to Madrid train from?

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

Train or bus from Cartagena to Madrid?

The best way to get from Cartagena to Madrid is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs $25 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $38.04 - $54.35 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Cartagena to Madrid bus arrive?

Cartagena to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

What is the time difference between Cartagena and Madrid?

It is currently 09:29 at both, Cartagena and Madrid.

Where does the Cartagena to Madrid train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cartagena to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartagena to Madrid is 446 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Cartagena to Madrid.

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

Book your Cartagena to Madrid train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Cartagena to Madrid bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 6259+ hotels available in Madrid. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cartagena to Madrid?

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