Bus Tickets from Madrid to Cartagena

Next bus departures

Next departures for Madrid to Cartagena on November 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSABus
    		Estación Sur
    		Estación de Autobuses de CartagenaCheapest
    ALSABus
      		Estación Sur
      		Estación de Autobuses de CartagenaFastest
      ALSABus
        		Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
        		Estación de Autobuses de CartagenaNo tags
        ALSABus
          		Estación Sur
          		Estación de Autobuses de CartagenaNo tags
          ALSABus
            		Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
            		Estación de Autobuses de CartagenaNo tags

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            Compare 2 ways to go from Madrid to Cartagena

            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cartagena. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            24carpool per day
            4h 10mAverage Duration
            389 kmDistance
            16kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average Price$78 - $127Average Duration6h 5m
            10kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average Price$29 - $82Average Duration4h 10m
            16kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to Cartagena by bus

            1. What is the travel distance from Madrid to Cartagena?

              Madrid and Cartagena are 392 km (243 miles) apart.

            2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Madrid to Cartagena?

              Buses departing from Madrid-Barajas Airport in Madrid will take you to Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena in Cartagena.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
            11-23
            $70
            11-24
            $70
            Today
            $70
            11-26
            $61
            11-27
            $61
            11-28
            $61
            11-29
            $61
            11-30
            $61
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Madrid to Cartagena was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $61

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Cartagena, as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from $61 to $128 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Cartagena based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-11-29.

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