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Compare all timetables for the bus from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) from various bus operators like ALSA for the next days.

today
£30
tomorrow
£31
Thursday
£10
Friday
£31
Saturday
£31
Sunday
Monday
£10

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 6h 35m 12:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 19:05 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £30
ALSA 5h 45m 17:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 23:15 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £30
ALSA 5h 20m 08:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 13:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £33
ALSA 5h 20m 16:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 21:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) via Albacete, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • ALSA
      5h 20m
      0
      08:30
      Madrid
      Sur Bus Station
      11:15
      Albacete
      Coach Station
      0
      ALSA
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • ALSA
      2h 30m
      0
      11:20
      Albacete
      Coach Station
      13:50
      Cartagena (Murcia)
      Coach Station
      0
      ALSA
      Economy
      £15
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 5h 20m 08:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 13:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £31
ALSA 6h 35m 12:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 19:05 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £31
ALSA 5h 45m 17:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 23:15 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £31
ALSA 5h 20m 00:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 05:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £37
ALSA 5h 20m 16:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 21:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) via Albacete, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • ALSA
      5h 20m
      0
      08:30
      Madrid
      Sur Bus Station
      11:15
      Albacete
      Coach Station
      0
      ALSA
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • ALSA
      2h 30m
      0
      11:20
      Albacete
      Coach Station
      13:50
      Cartagena (Murcia)
      Coach Station
      0
      ALSA
      Economy
      £15
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 5h 20m 08:30 Madrid Sur Bus Station 13:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £10
ALSA 5h 45m 17:30 Madrid Sur Bus Station 23:15 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £13
ALSA 6h 35m 12:30 Madrid Sur Bus Station 19:05 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £32
ALSA 6h 20m 23:30 Madrid Sur Bus Station 05:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £35
ALSA 5h 20m 00:30 Madrid Sur Bus Station 05:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £38

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 5h 20m 08:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 13:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £31
ALSA 6h 35m 12:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 19:05 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £31
ALSA 5h 20m 00:30 Madrid Sur Bus Station 05:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £35
ALSA 6h 20m 23:30 Madrid Sur Bus Station 05:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £35
ALSA 5h 45m 17:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 23:15 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) via Albacete, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • ALSA
      5h 20m
      0
      08:30
      Madrid
      Sur Bus Station
      11:15
      Albacete
      Coach Station
      0
      ALSA
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • ALSA
      2h 30m
      0
      11:20
      Albacete
      Coach Station
      13:50
      Cartagena (Murcia)
      Coach Station
      0
      ALSA
      Economy
      £15
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 5h 45m 17:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 23:15 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £31
ALSA 5h 20m 00:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 05:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £36
ALSA 5h 20m 08:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 13:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £36
ALSA 6h 35m 12:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 19:05 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £36
ALSA 5h 20m 16:30 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Train Station 21:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) via Albacete, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • ALSA
      5h 20m
      0
      08:30
      Madrid
      Sur Bus Station
      11:15
      Albacete
      Coach Station
      0
      ALSA
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • ALSA
      2h 30m
      0
      11:20
      Albacete
      Coach Station
      13:50
      Cartagena (Murcia)
      Coach Station
      0
      ALSA
      Economy
      £15
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
ALSA 5h 20m 08:30 Madrid Sur Bus Station 13:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £10
ALSA 6h 35m 12:30 Madrid Sur Bus Station 19:05 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £32
ALSA 5h 45m 17:30 Madrid Sur Bus Station 23:15 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £32
ALSA 5h 20m 00:30 Madrid Sur Bus Station 05:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £35
ALSA 6h 20m 23:30 Madrid Sur Bus Station 05:50 Cartagena (Murcia) Coach Station  Economy £35

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) is £8 on 05/11/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Madrid and Cartagena (Murcia)

See here how frequent the connections between Madrid and Cartagena (Murcia) are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 26 daily coaches from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia). Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Madrid and Cartagena (Murcia).
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 44 coaches from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia), while Evening sees the fewest connections between Madrid and Cartagena (Murcia), with 3 offers.

Facts about coaches from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)

Compare all providers like ALSA that travel 11 times every day by bus from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) in one click! Book your bus ticket from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) starting from £8!

Cheapest Bus £8
Fastest Bus 5h 20m
Earliest Coach 08:30
Latest Coach 23:30
Daily Bus Connections 11 Ø
Distance 388.5 km
Coach Companies ALSA

Cheapest coach connections from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)

Every day, 11 buses from 1 coach companies leave Madrid for Cartagena (Murcia): in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/11/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 02/11
Tuesday 03/11
£17
Wednesday 04/11
£31
Thursday 05/11
£8
Friday 06/11
£18
Saturday 07/11
£31
Sunday 08/11
£11
Monday 09/11
£46
Tuesday 10/11
£46
Wednesday 11/11
£8
Thursday 12/11
£37
Friday 13/11
Saturday 14/11
£39
Sunday 15/11
£8
Monday 16/11
£8
Tuesday 17/11
£8
Wednesday 18/11
£8
Thursday 19/11
£8
Friday 20/11
£31
Saturday 21/11
£39
Sunday 22/11
Monday 23/11
£46
Tuesday 24/11
£39
Wednesday 25/11
£36
Thursday 26/11
£8
Friday 27/11
£31
Saturday 28/11
Sunday 29/11

The cheapest time to travel from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia), for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £8, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia). Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £31.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia), with £8. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £34.

How to save money travelling from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia), compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Madrid and Cartagena (Murcia)

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Madrid and Cartagena (Murcia).

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)? Compare all modes of transports from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia).

Service and Comfort on the bus from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)? Or which bus companies serve the route Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) bus

How much does a Madrid - Cartagena (Murcia) coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Madrid - Cartagena (Murcia) bus trip is available from £8 and takes 5h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)?

The connection Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £75. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Madrid - Cartagena (Murcia) route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) is offered by roughly 11 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cartagena (Murcia) from Madrid take?

The quickest coach from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) is provided by ALSA and takes 5h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £45. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)?

The earliest bus to Cartagena (Murcia) departs from Madrid at 08:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)?

The latest bus to Cartagena (Murcia) departs from Madrid at 23:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Madrid - Cartagena (Murcia) route?

Passengers looking to travel from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) can travel with ALSA. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Cartagena (Murcia)?

You can check all the direct connections between Madrid and Cartagena (Murcia) by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: ALSA.

What can I take with me on the bus to Cartagena (Murcia) from Madrid?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Madrid Cartagena (Murcia) bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Madrid Cartagena (Murcia) bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia) on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 11 daily trips between Madrid and Cartagena (Murcia). With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)?

Prices and availability for 11 trips between Madrid and Cartagena (Murcia) change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Madrid to Cartagena (Murcia)

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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