Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

$48

Average price

$48

Fastest journey

5 h 40 m

Average duration

5 h 45 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

389 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) 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 Barajas Airport (MAD) will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Cartagena for Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) on Thu, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 389 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .

On Thu, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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.

Alsa
10:15PM5h50
Cartagena
04:05AMMadrid Barajas Airport (MAD)
$481One-way
0 transfers
Alsa
02:15PM5h40
Cartagena
07:55PMMadrid Barajas Airport (MAD)
$481One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and flight for Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m.

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€39

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6h 15m

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5h 45m

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4h 14m

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1h 14m

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)

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Buses from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€40) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $27 (€22)
Distance
241 miles (388 km)
Average bus duration
5h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
$48 (€40)
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
5h 40m
First bus
05:45
Last bus
22:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $27 (€22)

Bus companies: Alsa, Alsa Supra and BlaBlaCar from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)

Find the best buses from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) with Omio's travel partners Alsa, Alsa Supra and BlaBlaCar from $29 (€24). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Alsa is the main bus company in Spain, a subsidiary of the UK bus company National Express. Alsa offers a wide variety of national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers every year. Apart from the Standard fare, Alsa provides ticket types like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes for those looking to save money on bus journeys. While most travelers don’t mind traveling on normal buses with basic services like bathrooms, free WiFi, footrests and onboard entertainment, some others may want to check out Alsa’s deluxe buses like the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium, which provide more luxurious amenities on specific routes.

Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) bus information with Alsa:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 20 min
  • Cheapest Price: $29

FAQs: Bus from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)

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Popular bus stations from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)

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information
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
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Calle Doctor Gómez Ulla
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
  • Restaurante El Galeón (0.5 km)
  • La Catedral (0.7 km).
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  • Available outside the main entrance.
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  • Elevators, ramps
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  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses
  • Bus: 2, 4, 6 Train: C-1

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