What is the best way to travel from Barcelona to Cartagena (Murcia)?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights, Buses and Carpool to Cartagena (Murcia) from Barcelona. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Cartagena (Murcia) from Barcelona?
You can reach Cartagena (Murcia) with just £36 by taking a Flight from Volotea, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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BlaBlaCar7h 10m018:00Barcelona01:10Cartagena (Murcia)0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Barcelona (Spain) at 13/09/2026 18:00:00 to , Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 14/09/2026 01:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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ALSA11h 50m018:00BarcelonaNord Bus Station05:50Cartagena (Murcia)Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from ALSA goes from Nord Bus Station, Barcelona (Spain) at 15/09/2026 18:00:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 16/09/2026 05:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
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ALSA11h 25m018:25Barcelona-El Prat AirportBarcelona Airport05:50Cartagena (Murcia)Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from ALSA goes from Barcelona Airport, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (Spain) at 15/09/2026 18:25:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 16/09/2026 05:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
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ALSA11h 50m010:00BarcelonaNord Bus Station21:50Cartagena (Murcia)Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from ALSA goes from Nord Bus Station, Barcelona (Spain) at 15/09/2026 10:00:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 15/09/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £74 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
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ALSA11h 25m010:25Barcelona-El Prat AirportBarcelona Airport21:50Cartagena (Murcia)Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from ALSA goes from Barcelona Airport, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (Spain) at 15/09/2026 10:25:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 15/09/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £74 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
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Volotea1h 25m016:55Barcelona-El Prat AirportBarcelona Airport18:20Región de Murcia AirportRegión de Murcia Airport0EconomyA Flight from Volotea goes from Barcelona Airport, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (Spain) at 18/09/2026 16:55:00 to Región de Murcia Airport, Región de Murcia Airport (Spain) arriving at 18/09/2026 18:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
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What are the fastest trips from Barcelona to Cartagena (Murcia)?
You can get to Cartagena (Murcia) from Barcelona in just 1h 25m with a Flight from Volotea. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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BlaBlaCar7h 10m018:00Barcelona01:10Cartagena (Murcia)0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Barcelona (Spain) at 13/09/2026 18:00:00 to , Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 14/09/2026 01:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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ALSA11h 25m018:25Barcelona-El Prat AirportBarcelona Airport05:50Cartagena (Murcia)Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from ALSA goes from Barcelona Airport, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (Spain) at 15/09/2026 18:25:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 16/09/2026 05:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
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ALSA11h 25m010:25Barcelona-El Prat AirportBarcelona Airport21:50Cartagena (Murcia)Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from ALSA goes from Barcelona Airport, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (Spain) at 15/09/2026 10:25:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 15/09/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £74 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
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ALSA11h 50m018:00BarcelonaNord Bus Station05:50Cartagena (Murcia)Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from ALSA goes from Nord Bus Station, Barcelona (Spain) at 15/09/2026 18:00:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 16/09/2026 05:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
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ALSA11h 50m010:00BarcelonaNord Bus Station21:50Cartagena (Murcia)Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from ALSA goes from Nord Bus Station, Barcelona (Spain) at 15/09/2026 10:00:00 to Coach Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) arriving at 15/09/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £74 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 50m
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Volotea1h 25m016:55Barcelona-El Prat AirportBarcelona Airport18:20Región de Murcia AirportRegión de Murcia Airport0EconomyA Flight from Volotea goes from Barcelona Airport, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (Spain) at 18/09/2026 16:55:00 to Región de Murcia Airport, Región de Murcia Airport (Spain) arriving at 18/09/2026 18:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
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Bus from Barcelona to Cartagena (Murcia)
What are the most popular stations in Barcelona and Cartagena (Murcia)?
In Barcelona, you will usually depart from Sants Coach Station, Nord Bus Station or Pla de Palau Bus Stop, while in Cartagena (Murcia) you will be arriving at Coach Station, Coach Stop or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cartagena (Murcia) from Barcelona? With 2 connections between 2 Flight, Bus and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Barcelona and Cartagena (Murcia), you can pay as low as £36 with a Flight from Volotea.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Volotea: you will get to Cartagena (Murcia) in just 1h 25m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Barcelona and Cartagena (Murcia) are ALSA, BlaBlaCar and Volotea, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Barcelona and Cartagena (Murcia) is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Sant Adrià de Besòs or to La Aparecida (Cartagena), and look at flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, and landing at Murcia–San Javier Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Barcelona to Cartagena (Murcia)?
The most popular companies between Barcelona and Cartagena (Murcia), are ALSA, BlaBlaCar and Volotea. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: ALSA
Airlines: Volotea
All you need to know when you travel from Barcelona to Cartagena (Murcia)
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Barcelona to Cartagena (Murcia). See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Barcelona to Cartagena (Murcia)
How can I reach Cartagena (Murcia) from Barcelona?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Flight, Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Cartagena (Murcia) from Barcelona.
How far is Cartagena (Murcia) from Barcelona?
The distance between Barcelona and Cartagena (Murcia) is 498.6 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Barcelona and Cartagena (Murcia)?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 13 kgs of CO2, a train 17 kgs, a car 85 kgs, and a flight 123 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Barcelona to Cartagena (Murcia)?
You can get to Cartagena (Murcia) with just £36 by taking a Flight from Volotea.
What is the fastest way to get from Barcelona to Cartagena (Murcia)?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cartagena (Murcia) in just 1h 25m with a Flight from Volotea.
More routes to Barcelona and to Cartagena (Murcia)
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Barcelona and to Cartagena (Murcia). Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
