How much does a train ticket cost from Valencia to Cartagena?

The cheapest train tickets from Valencia to Cartagena start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £35. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Valencia to Cartagena?

The average train journey time from Valencia to Cartagena is 4h 49m, covering a distance of 133 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 49m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Valencia to Cartagena route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Valencia to Cartagena?

The earliest train from Valencia to Cartagena departs at 15:05. And the latest train departs at 16:28.

Train Valencia to Cartagena from £17

Next train departures

Next departures from Valencia to Cartagena on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:05	Valencia-Nord	5h 29m	20:34	Cartagena	Cheapest
Train	16:28	Valencia-Nord	4h 49m	21:17	Cartagena	Fastest
Train	15:05	Valencia-Nord	5h 29m	20:34	Cartagena	No tags

Next departures from Valencia to Cartagena on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:05	Valencia-Nord	5h 29m	20:34	Cartagena	Cheapest
Train	16:28	Valencia-Nord	4h 49m	21:17	Cartagena	Fastest
Train	15:05	Valencia-Nord	5h 29m	20:34	Cartagena	No tags

Next departures from Valencia to Cartagena on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:05	Valencia-Nord	5h 29m	20:34	Cartagena	Cheapest
Train	16:28	Valencia-Nord	4h 49m	21:17	Cartagena	Fastest
Train	15:05	Valencia-Nord	5h 29m	20:34	Cartagena	No tags

Next departures from Valencia to Cartagena on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:05	Valencia-Nord	5h 29m	20:34	Cartagena	Cheapest
Train	16:28	Valencia-Nord	4h 49m	21:17	Cartagena	Fastest
Train	15:05	Valencia-Nord	5h 29m	20:34	Cartagena	No tags
Train	15:05	Valencia-Nord	5h 29m	20:34	Cartagena	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 21:42 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Valencia 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 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day

2h 50mAverage duration

132 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£27 - £28	Average duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£20 - £57	Average duration4h 49m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £26	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5943 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3

Based on 943 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at £24

ES train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Valencia to Cartagena by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Valencia to Cartagena?
The cheapest train tickets from Valencia to Cartagena start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £35. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Valencia to Cartagena?
The average train journey time from Valencia to Cartagena is 4h 49m, covering a distance of 133 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 49m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Valencia to Cartagena route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Valencia to Cartagena?
The earliest train from Valencia to Cartagena departs at 15:05. And the latest train departs at 16:28.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

25/01

£25

26/01

£21

Today

£17

28/01

£21

29/01

No data

30/01

£21

31/01

£33

01/02

£21

The cheapest trip from Valencia to Cartagena was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of £17

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

You can expect to pay from £17 to £33 for a train ticket from Valencia to Cartagena based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2026-02-01.