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From Cartagena to Madrid by train, bus and carpooling

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Trip info

392 kmDistance
18€ - 124€Prices
0.27 millions of Km traveled by our travelers
DirectTrip type
3h30Trip duration
logo Renfelogo ALSAlogo Blablacar
CarriersRenfe, Alsa, Blablacar.
Detailed itinerary
🚄 Train🚌 Bus🚌 + 🚄 Combined trips🚗 Carpooling
Price range

27€ - 105€

46€ - 69€

41€ - 124€

18€ - 47€

Duration

4h43 - 9h43

5h15 - 9h40

4h53 - 8h05

3h30 - 6h00

Itinerary1 stop at Valencia JS, Cartagena (Cartagène), Murcia, Alicante - Gare Ferroviaire, Valencia, Madrid Chamartin, Madrid AtochaDirect1 stop at Albacete, Cartagena Calle Trovero Marin, Cartagena (Cartagène), Murcia, Madrid Chamartin, Madrid Atocha, Madrid - Gare routière SudDirect
Departure stationCartagena (Cartagène)Cartagena Calle Trovero MarinCartagena Calle Trovero Marin
Arrival stationMadrid ChamartinMadrid - Gare routière SudMadrid Chamartin
CompaniesRenfeAlsaRenfe, AlsaBlablacar
First trip13h3213h3213h3213h32
Last trip19h2819h2819h2819h28
Number of daily trips46516

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I emit 98.65% less CO2

84.1
kg CO₂e
7%
75.1
litres de bière
7,678
km en vélo (ou trottinette) à assistance électrique
3.35
jeans
11.6
repas avec du boeuf
13.1
t-shirts en coton
7.09
années de chauffage électrique par m²
636,892
litres d'eau du robinet
165
repas végétariens
146
kg de chou de bruxelles
141
litres de café
56.8
kg d'avocat
176
kg de fraise
131
kg de pastèque
184
kg d'aubergine

If you travel by train from Cartagena to Madrid, you will emit 1.15kg of CO2 on your own. The good side is that it's always less than taking a plane or your own vehicle. That's why we encourage you to opt for public transportation as much as possible Cartagena Madrid. PS: You can compare CO2 emissions with our tool at the top of this page!

Cartagena Madrid by train, bus and carpooling: tickets, prices, and schedules

For a trip by train, bus and carpooling Cartagena Madrid, you have choices!

A ticket from train Renfe, bus Alsa, and carpooling Blablacar Cartagena Madrid, the field of possibilities is open to you!

Obviously, ticket prices will vary. Because you will have the chance to travel in just 0h between Cartagena and Madrid.

In the end, it doesn't seem that long this journey from Cartagena to Madrid despite being 392 kilometers apart.

Great news! Your trip Cartagena Madrid by train, bus and carpooling is available as a direct route on Tictactrip.

In other words, you can book your direct from Cartagena to Madrid right now!

Book your from Cartagena to Madrid ticket in train, bus and carpooling starting from 18 € .

There's no reason to hesitate, for such a trip that lasts at least 3h30, it's a bargain to seize!

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How to travel from Cartagena to Madrid with Tictactrip

From Cartagena to Madrid by bus 🚌

For a one-way Cartagena Madrid by bus, you have an direct Cartagena Madrid route with a price ranging from 46€ to 69€, and the travel duration for from Cartagena to Madrid is between 5h15 and 9h40. the company Alsa offers this journey. It initially departs from Cartagena Calle Trovero Marin and arrives at Madrid - Gare routière Sud. It also serves stations Madrid - Aéroport de Barajas, Cartagena Calle Trovero Marin, Madrid Barajas Airport, Madrid Airport (T4), Madrid O Donnell, and Madrid Cibeles. The average booking price for an direct Cartagena Madrid ticket is 55€ for an average travel time of 6h22. Your first option of the day is a bus Cartagena Madrid departing at 13h32 while the last one leaves at 19h28.  Generally, there is every day 6 buses Cartagena Madrid.

From Cartagena to Madrid by train 🚄

the company Renfe operates a direct Cartagena Madrid journey.The duration of a from Cartagena to Madrid journey is mostly between 4h43 and 9h43.
Its departure point is located at Cartagena (Cartagène). This train will then drop you off at Madrid Chamartin. It also serves stations Valencia JS, Cartagena (Cartagène), Murcia, Alicante - Gare Ferroviaire, Valencia, Madrid Chamartin, and Madrid Atocha.
 Want to know the price of Cartagena Madrid journey? It falls in the range between 27€ and 105€. Are you an early bird? The very first trip departs at 13h32. If, on the contrary, you prefer to travel at night or leave late in the day, the very last departure is at 19h28. Every day, you have the choice between 4 trains Cartagena Madrid.

From Cartagena to Madrid by multimodal 🚌 + 🚄

A journey direct Cartagena Madrid has a price that normally varies between 41€ and 124€. The travel duration may also vary from 4h53 to 8h05. On average, for this journey, a one-way ticket will cost you 70€. The average duration for a direct Cartagena Madrid journey is 6h33.
The first of these journeys departs every day at 13h32. If you prefer to leave later, you can still take a multimodal from Cartagena to Madrid at 19h28.  This journey Cartagena Madrid is offered by the companies Renfe and Alsa. It departs from Cartagena Calle Trovero Marin and arrives at Madrid Chamartin. It also serves stations Albacete, Cartagena Calle Trovero Marin, Cartagena (Cartagène), Murcia, Madrid Chamartin, Madrid Atocha, and Madrid - Gare routière Sud. Depending on the days, you will have a choice of 5 combined trips Cartagena Madrid per day.

From Cartagena to Madrid by carpooling 🚗

The journey Cartagena-Madrid by carpooling is offered by Blablacar. Prices range from 18€ to 47€, and the trips last between 3h30 and 6h00.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cartagena - Madrid

How much does a bus Cartagena Madrid cost?

Your bus from Cartagena to Madrid journey will cost you a minimum of 46 €. On average, you can book your bus ticket for this trip at 55 €, while it can rise, during peak times, to 69 €. The price of this journey depends in part on when you conduct your search and make your reservation. The earlier you do it, the better for your wallet!

How long is the trip Cartagena Madrid by bus?

Your bus from Cartagena to Madrid journey will be at least 5h15 long. On average, expect this journey to last 6h22, with a maximum travel time of 9h40.

When is the first bus Cartagena Madrid leaving?

The very first journey by bus from Cartagena to Madrid departs at 13h32. If you want to leave later, you can still take a bus from Cartagena to Madrid at 19h28. This is the last daily schedule for this journey.

How many bus Cartagena Madrid are there every day ?

Every day, you have the choice of 6 bus from Cartagena to Madrid that are in circulation. In other words, you have plenty of departure and arrival times to choose from. But be careful, as the ticket prices also vary accordingly!

How much does a train ticket from Cartagena to Madrid cost?

Expect at least 27 € for a train from Cartagena to Madrid. Depending on the period of your search, the price of the Cartagena Madrid journey can rise to 105 €. A train from Cartagena to Madrid costs an average of 68 €.

How long does the trip from Cartagena to Madrid take by train?

You can expect at least 4h43 for a train from Cartagena to Madrid. Your trip from Cartagena to Madrid can take up to 9h43 depending on the time of day and the train company you choose. Your Cartagena Madrid trip in train lasts on average 6h20.

What is the departure time of the train from Cartagena to Madrid?

Would you like to know the first and last departure times of your train from Cartagena to Madrid? You're in the right place! Every day, the first departure of the train Cartagena Madrid takes place at 13h32. Conversely, the very last departure is at 19h28. Are you more of a morning person or always leaving at the last minute?

How many train are there from Cartagena to Madrid per day?

4 trains from Cartagena to Madrid circulate every day. You have no excuse not to travel.

How much does a carpooling Cartagena Madrid cost?

The minimum price for a carpooling Cartagena Madrid journey is 18 €. Depending on the number of days in advance of your search, the price can go up to 47 € if you wait until the last moment. On average, a carpooling from Cartagena to Madrid ticket costs 32 €.

How long is the trip Cartagena Madrid by carpooling?

The minimum duration of a journey on carpooling Cartagena Madrid is 3h30. The maximum duration, on the other hand, is 6h00. On average, a from Cartagena to Madrid journey by carpooling takes 4h20.

When is the first carpooling Cartagena Madrid leaving?

The first carpooling Cartagena Madrid departs at 13h32, while the last one leaves at 19h28.

How many carpooling Cartagena Madrid are there every day ?

Every day, there are approximately 16 carpooling Cartagena Madrid.

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