Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Santander | Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Santander | Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Santander | Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Santander | Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Santander | Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Santander to Cartagena
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cartagena. The journey takes about 14 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£70 - £71 | Average duration14h 45m | 17kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£43 - £43 | Average duration8h 10m | 29kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Santander and Cartagena?
Stops in Santander
- ACalle Navas de Tolosa, 2, 39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
- C
Av. de los Castros 43A
Av. de los Castros 43A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - D
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz, 52, 39011 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - E
Av. de Pontejos
Av. de Pontejos, 33A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - F
Estación Marítima
39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
Stops in Cartagena
- A
Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena
Estación de autobuses de Cartagena, 30202 Cartagena, Murcia, Spain
Compare bus companies
Based on 1161 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. BILMAN BUS, S.L. ticket prices on this trip start at £70
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Santander to Cartagena
What's the distance between Santander and Cartagena by coach?
The distance between Santander and Cartagena by coach is approximately 431 miles (695 km).
How can I travel from Santander to Cartagena avoiding air travel?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santander to Cartagena was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santander to Cartagena as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £64 to £65 for a bus ticket from Santander to Cartagena based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £65, which is on 2025-11-26.
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