The cheapest and fastest buses from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 12 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
389 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport 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 will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 3 buses that leave Cartagena for Madrid Barajas Airport on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 389 km distance in an average of 6 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 7 h 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 241 miles (389 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€43 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest | €59 Average price |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Live departures
Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 10:15 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 5h50 | 4:05 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 4:45 AM Cartagena | 5h40 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Cartagena | 7h00 | 2:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport
Buses from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:45, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 241 miles (389 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 241 miles (389 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 04:45 |
Last bus 22:15 |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas AirportYou can travel by bus between Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport 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 Barajas Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
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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.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cartagena to Madrid Barajas Airport
- 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
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