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Museu Picasso
One of the world’s leading Picasso collections, especially strong on his formative years in Barcelona and early artistic development.
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
9 h 2 m
Average duration
11 h 24 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
500 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cartagena to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cartagena to Barcelona will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
It's difficult to get from Cartagena to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
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01192Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cartagena to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, and a flight costs an average of $27.
Distance: 310 miles (500 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$66 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price |
9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cartagena to Barcelona:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cartagena to Barcelona costing on average $70 (€70).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 31m.
Train takes on average 8h 45m.
The table below shows live departures for Cartagena to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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14515+ 09127+ 01192 | 9:00 AM Cartagena station | 13h04 | 10:04 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
14515+ 05817+ 01192 | 9:00 AM Cartagena station | 13h04 | 10:04 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
14515+ 09157+ 01192 | 9:00 AM Cartagena station | 13h04 | 10:04 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
01460 · 00460 | 11:55 AM Cartagena station | 9h02 | 8:57 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
01460+ 18096 | 11:55 AM Cartagena station | 11h42 | 11:37 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
01460+ 01192 | 11:55 AM Cartagena station | 10h09 | 10:04 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
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Take a train from Cartagena to Barcelona and enjoy the approximately 310 miles (500 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 13:25.
Distance 310 miles (500 km) |
Average train duration 8h 45m |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 1:25 PM |
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Best time to book 91 days |
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Barcelona Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cartagena to Barcelona by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cartagena to Barcelona trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Cartagena and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
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