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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cartagena to Madrid
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 4 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
391 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cartagena to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cartagena to Madrid will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 13 buses that leave Cartagena for Madrid on Thu, Dec 04, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct buses cover the 391 km distance in an average of 5 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest buses will take 5 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cartagena to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €22.
Distance: 242 miles (391 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€41 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest | €71 Average price |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Cartagena to Madrid Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:23PM | Duration 7h23 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:53PM | Duration 9h23 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
Live departures
Cartagena to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cartagena to Madrid buses for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supra Economy | 5:45 AM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 5h20 | 11:05 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 5:45 AM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 5h40 | 11:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 8:45 AM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 3:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:15 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 5h20 | 7:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:15 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 5h40 | 7:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:00 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 5h35 | 9:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:15 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 5h50 | 4:05 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:15 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 5h25 | 3:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cartagena to Madrid
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Buses from Cartagena to Madrid run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $9 (€8) by train.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 242 miles (391 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 242 miles (391 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Cartagena to MadridYou can travel by bus between Cartagena to Madrid with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as $9 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Cartagena to Madrid
Every day the travellers have at their disposal numerous buses that depart from the Murcian locality of Cartagena with destiny to Madrid, all of them direct. Buses depart from the Cartagena bus station and, depending on the timetable, end their journey at the Sur station in Madrid or at terminal 4 at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas airport. Cartagena Madrid buses cover a distance of 441 kilometers and are equipped with the latest Avanzas in safety and comfort.
What buses go from Cartagena to Madrid?
Cartagena Madrid buses are managed by Alsa, the company with the largest fleet in Spain. For this itinerary operates with the Normal Service and Supra Service, consisting of buses with leather seats, free wifi connection and screens in each seat with audiovisual content.
How long is the bus from Cartagena to Madrid?
The fastest Cartagena Madrid buses complete their itinerary in 5 hours and 20 minutes, while the slowest have a duration of 6 hours and 45 minutes. However, most buses last no more than 5 hours and 50 minutes.
How many buses are there from Cartagena to Madrid?
From Monday to Friday there are 8 daily buses that cover the journey between Cartagena and the capital of Spain. On the other hand, on weekends the frequency of programmed trips decreases to 6. The timetables of the Cartagena Madrid buses are morning, afternoon and night.
Where do the buses from Cartagena to Madrid depart from and arrive at?
?Cartagena bus station : located south of the city, on Avenida Trovero Marín 3. Bus line 8 leads from downtown Cartagena to the bus station in about 10 minutes. The building houses 37 platforms, cafeteria, bank agencies, escalators, lockers and offices.
South station and terminal 4 of Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas airport : the South station of Madrid is located in the same complex of the Méndez Álvaro station, to the south of the city. From there it is possible to get to the centre of Madrid in 10 minutes by metro line 3. If the journey ends at Airport Terminal 4, travellers can travel to the city centre by taking Metro Line 8, with an estimated travel time of 15 minutes. The South station has a restaurant, cafeteria, shops, parking, free wifi, cloakroom, etc.
FAQs: Bus from Cartagena to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cartagena to Madrid by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Prado Museum, a renowned art museum housing European masterpieces from the 12th to the early 20th century
- Royal Palace of Madrid, the official residence of the Spanish royal family with opulent architecture and historical artifacts
- Retiro Park, a large and popular park in the city center featuring sculptures, a lake, and the Crystal Palace
- Plaza Mayor, a grand square surrounded by historic buildings and a hub for cultural events and markets
- Gran Vía, a bustling street known for its shopping, theaters, and vibrant nightlife.
- Puerta del Sol, a bustling public square known for its iconic clock and vibrant atmosphere
- Mercado de San Miguel, a historic market offering a variety of gourmet foods and traditional Spanish delicacies
- Explore the vibrant nightlife in the Malasaña district, known for its eclectic bars and live music venues
- Attend a flamenco show to experience traditional Spanish dance and music
- Visit the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home to Real Madrid, for a tour or to catch a football match.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
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- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cartagena to Madrid
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Galeón (0.5 km)
- La Catedral (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 4, 6 Train: C-1
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
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