Bus and Coach from Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia): Compare all prices

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

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

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£37

tomorrow

£41

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Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
ALSA	7h 45m	12:45	Malaga	Bus Station	20:30	Cartagena (Murcia)	Coach Station	Economy	£37	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Malaga (Spain) at 27/02/2026 12:45:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 27/02/2026 20:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
ALSA	9h 15m	09:00	Malaga	Bus Station	18:15	Cartagena (Murcia)	Coach Station	Economy	£42	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Malaga (Spain) at 27/02/2026 09:00:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 27/02/2026 18:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
ALSA	8h 30m	09:45	Malaga	Bus Station	18:15	Cartagena (Murcia)	Coach Station	Economy	£42	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Malaga (Spain) at 27/02/2026 09:45:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 27/02/2026 18:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
ALSA	8h 10m	11:15	Malaga	Bus Station	19:25	Cartagena (Murcia)	Coach Station	Economy	£42	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Malaga (Spain) at 27/02/2026 11:15:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 27/02/2026 19:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
ALSA	7h 30m	16:00	Malaga	Bus Station	23:30	Cartagena (Murcia)	Coach Station	Economy	£42	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Malaga (Spain) at 27/02/2026 16:00:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 27/02/2026 23:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
ALSA	7h 25m	06:00	Malaga	Bus Station	13:25	Cartagena (Murcia)	Coach Station	Economy	£41	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Malaga (Spain) at 28/02/2026 06:00:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 28/02/2026 13:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
ALSA	8h 30m	09:45	Malaga	Bus Station	18:15	Cartagena (Murcia)	Coach Station	Economy	£41	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Malaga (Spain) at 28/02/2026 09:45:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 28/02/2026 18:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
ALSA	6h 45m	16:45	Malaga	Bus Station	23:30	Cartagena (Murcia)	Coach Station	Economy	£41	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Malaga (Spain) at 28/02/2026 16:45:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 28/02/2026 23:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
ALSA	9h 45m	08:30	Malaga	Bus Station	18:15	Cartagena (Murcia)	Coach Station	Economy	£41	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Malaga (Spain) at 28/02/2026 08:30:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 28/02/2026 18:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
ALSA	9h 15m	09:00	Malaga	Bus Station	18:15	Cartagena (Murcia)	Coach Station	Economy	£41	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Malaga (Spain) at 28/02/2026 09:00:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 28/02/2026 18:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia) is £37 on 27/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Malaga and Cartagena (Murcia)

See here how frequent the connections between Malaga and Cartagena (Murcia) are, during different times and days of the week.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 11 daily coaches from Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia). Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Malaga and Cartagena (Murcia).

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 10 coaches from Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia), while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Malaga and Cartagena (Murcia), with 7 offers.

Facts about coaches from Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia)

Compare all providers like ALSA that travel 8 times every day by bus from Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia) in one click! Book your bus ticket from Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia) starting from £37!

Cheapest Bus	£37
Fastest Bus	6h 45m
Earliest Coach	09:00
Latest Coach	16:45
Daily Bus Connections	8 Ø
Distance	319.6 km
Coach Companies	ALSA

Cheapest coach connections from Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia)

Every day, 8 buses from 1 coach companies leave Malaga for Cartagena (Murcia): in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 27/02/2026 and for the following days.

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£37

Saturday 28/02

£41

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Sunday 08/03

£55

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

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia), for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £37, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia). Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £41.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia), with £37. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £41.

How to save money travelling from Malaga 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 Malaga 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 Malaga 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 Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia) are also emptier.

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

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

Bus Station

C. Eguiluz 5

Muelle Heredia

Plaza del Obispo

Plaza Obispo 5

Paseo del Parque (Plaza Marina)

Rosaleda

Av. de Jorge Silvela 70

Coach Station

Av. Trovero Marín s/n

Central Station

Coach Stop

P.º Alfonso XIII 55

Escombreras

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 Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia)? Compare all modes of transports from Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia).

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

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

FAQs about the Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia) bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Malaga - Cartagena (Murcia) bus trip is available from £37 and takes 7h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia) is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £37 to £72. 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 Malaga - Cartagena (Murcia) route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia) is offered by roughly 8 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

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

The quickest coach from Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia) is provided by ALSA and takes 6h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £42. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus to Cartagena (Murcia) departs from Malaga at 09:00. 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 Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia)?

The latest bus to Cartagena (Murcia) departs from Malaga at 16:45. 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 Malaga - Cartagena (Murcia) route?

Passengers looking to travel from Malaga 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 Malaga and Cartagena (Murcia)?

You can check all the direct connections between Malaga 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 Malaga?

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 Malaga 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 Malaga 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 Malaga to Cartagena (Murcia) on your planned travel date.

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Malaga and to Cartagena (Murcia)

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Malaga and to Cartagena (Murcia). Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!