What is the travel distance from Almería to Cartagena?

About 97 miles (157 km) separate Almería and Cartagena.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Almería to Cartagena?

The majority of buses traveling from Almería to Cartagena start their journey at Estación Maritima and wind up at Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cartagena?

Once in Cartagena, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Getsemani Neighborhood, Scuba Diving & Snorkelling, Bazurto Market, Castillo San Felipe de Barajas and San Basilio de Palenque.

Bus Almería to Cartagena from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Almería to Cartagena on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Estación Maritima	3h 30m	1:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	10:00am	Estacion Intermodal, Almeria	3h 15m	1:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	5:00pm	Estación Maritima	3h 30m	8:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Estacion Intermodal, Almeria	3h 15m	8:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	No tags

Next departures for Almería to Cartagena on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Estación Maritima	3h 30m	1:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	10:00am	Estacion Intermodal, Almeria	3h 15m	1:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	5:00pm	Estación Maritima	3h 30m	8:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Estacion Intermodal, Almeria	3h 15m	8:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	No tags

Next departures for Almería to Cartagena on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Estación Maritima	3h 30m	1:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	10:00am	Estacion Intermodal, Almeria	3h 15m	1:15pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	5:00pm	Estación Maritima	3h 30m	8:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Estacion Intermodal, Almeria	3h 15m	8:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Almería to Cartagena

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cartagena. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

2h 10mAverage Duration

98 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $29	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$11 - $31	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Bus Almeria Madrid BAM

4/52,110 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.8

According to 18 reviews, Bus Almeria Madrid BAM received a 4.3-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature, but some complained about the ticket access. Bus Almeria Madrid BAM ticket prices on this trip start at $28

Bus Almeria Madrid Almería Cartagena recent customer reviews

Service at Bus Station Nil. Fortunately the ticket information displayed information that was correct.

Andrew B.

April 16, 2025

Very comfortable bus journey

Darren L.

February 13, 2019

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Where are the popular stops in Almería and Cartagena?

Stops in Almería

A - Estación Maritima

B - Estación Intermodal

C - Almeria Airport (LEI)

D - Calle Abén Humeya

E - Estación Marítima

Stops in Cartagena

A - Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Almería to Cartagena by bus

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The cheapest trip from Almería to Cartagena was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $23 for a bus ticket from Almería to Cartagena based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-11-21.