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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Malaga to Cartagena

Composite routes from Malaga to Cartagena

Cheapest
4 h 2 min
Car
391 km.
from $21

Transport providers

Train operators

Renfe Viajeros

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Murcia Del Carmen to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.59–$10.76

Renfe AVE

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Murcia
Ave. Duration:
6h 42m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$94.93–$139.24

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Email:
alsa@alsa.es
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Malaga to Estación
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72
Bus from Estación de Autobuses de Granada to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.64–$46.83
Bus from Malaga to Almeria
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

BusbamSL

Phone:
+34 902 22 72 72
Email:
atencionaclientes@busbam.com
Website:
busbam.com
Bus from Almería to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Málaga to Cartagena?

The cheapest way to get from Málaga to Cartagena is to bus via Almería which costs $30.43 - $44.57 and takes 7h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Málaga to Cartagena?

The fastest way to get from Málaga to Cartagena is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs $65.22 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Málaga and Cartagena?

No, there is no direct bus from Málaga to Cartagena. However, there are services departing from Malaga and arriving at Cartagena via Estación de Autobuses de Granada. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Málaga and Cartagena?

No, there is no direct train from Málaga to Cartagena. However, there are services departing from Malaga Maria Zambrano and arriving at Cartagena via Murcia Del Carmen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

How far is it from Málaga to Cartagena?

The distance between Málaga and Cartagena is 455 km. The road distance is 389.9 km.

How do I travel from Málaga to Cartagena without a car?

The best way to get from Málaga to Cartagena without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $36.96 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Málaga to Cartagena?

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Málaga to Cartagena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Málaga to Cartagena bus from?

Málaga to Cartagena bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Malaga station.

Where do I catch the Málaga to Cartagena train from?

Málaga to Cartagena train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Malaga Maria Zambrano station.

Train or bus from Málaga to Cartagena?

The best way to get from Málaga to Cartagena is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $36.96 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $86.96 - $130.43 and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Málaga to Cartagena bus arrive?

Málaga to Cartagena bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Almeria station.

Where does the Málaga to Cartagena train arrive?

Málaga to Cartagena train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Murcia Del Carmen station.

Can I drive from Málaga to Cartagena?

Yes, the driving distance between Málaga to Cartagena is 390 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Málaga to Cartagena.

How do I get a train ticket from Málaga to Cartagena?

Book your Málaga to Cartagena train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Málaga to Cartagena?

Book your Málaga to Cartagena bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cartagena?

There are 1670+ hotels available in Cartagena. Prices start at $31.54 per night.
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