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Compare train and bus for Murcia to Jaén
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Murcia to Jaén among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, while a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 145 miles (234 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$14 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Murcia to Jaén
Compare the available ways to get from Murcia to Jaén, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Murcia to Jaén:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Murcia to Jaén costing on average $19 (€16).
Other travel options to Jaén take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 22m.
Tickets start at around $14 (€11) compared to roughly $67 (€56) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $54 (€45). The journey takes 5h 4m versus 3h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Murcia to Jaén
How to get from Murcia to Jaén by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Murcia to Jaén is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Normal10:15 AM 10h00 Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses 8:15 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses $41 1 One-way 1 transfer
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10:15 AM 10h00 Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses 8:15 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses $41 1 One-way 1 transfer
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3:30 PM 5h15 Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses 8:45 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses $48 1 One-way 1 transfer
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5:20 PM 5h25 Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses 10:45 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses $48 1 One-way 1 transfer - Normal · Normal
3:30 PM 7h15 Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses 10:45 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses $48 1 One-way 1 transfer - Normal · Normal
10:15 AM 7h45 Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses 6:00 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses $48 1 One-way 1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Murcia to Jaén:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Murcia to Jaén costing on average $19 (€16).
Other travel options to Jaén take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 22m.
- Around 10 buses per day.
- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Murcia and Jaén as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Murcia Del Carmen and arrive in Jaen.
- Buses mostly depart from Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses and arrive in Jaén, Estación de Autobuses.
- Travel with Alsa to go to Jaén by bus.
- Travel with Renfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe to go to Jaén by train.
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