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What is the best way to travel from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool, Flights, Buses and Trains to Madrid from Cartagena (Murcia). 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!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
5h 20m
£29
£34
15
Train
4h 43m
£25
£36
12
Flight
11h 0m
£149
£174
7

What is the cheapest way to reach Madrid from Cartagena (Murcia)?

You can reach Madrid with just £25 by taking a Train from Renfe, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
Saturday
from £25
Sunday
from £30
Monday
Tuesday
from £29
Wednesday
from £31
Thursday

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Renfe
    11h 29m
    0
    05:09
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Central Station
    16:38
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £25
  • Renfe
    7h 38m
    0
    09:00
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Central Station
    16:38
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £25
  • Renfe
    4h 43m
    0
    11:55
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Central Station
    16:38
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £25
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • ALSA
    5h 20m
    0
    15:15
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    20:35
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £30
  • ALSA
    5h 35m
    0
    17:00
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    22:35
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £30
  • ALSA
    6h 45m
    0
    09:45
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    16:30
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £33
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    24h 55m
    0
    11:10
    Región de Murcia Airport
    Región de Murcia Airport
    12:05
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £149
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 50m
    0
    11:10
    Región de Murcia Airport
    Región de Murcia Airport
    23:00
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £173
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 20m
    0
    11:10
    Región de Murcia Airport
    Región de Murcia Airport
    22:30
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £175

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • ALSA
    6h 45m
    0
    09:45
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    16:30
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £30
  • ALSA
    6h 45m
    0
    09:45
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    16:30
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £31
  • ALSA
    5h 20m
    0
    15:15
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    20:35
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £35
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Renfe
    6h 58m
    0
    06:25
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Central Station
    13:23
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £41
  • Renfe
    5h 43m
    0
    06:25
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Central Station
    12:08
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £44
  • Renfe
    5h 8m
    0
    09:00
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Central Station
    14:08
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £44

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • ALSA
    6h 45m
    0
    09:45
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    16:30
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £29
  • ALSA
    5h 20m
    0
    15:15
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    20:35
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £29
  • ALSA
    5h 35m
    0
    17:00
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    22:35
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £29

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • ALSA
    6h 45m
    0
    09:45
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    16:30
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £31
  • ALSA
    5h 20m
    0
    15:15
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    20:35
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £31
  • ALSA
    5h 35m
    0
    17:00
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    22:35
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £31

What are the fastest trips from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid?

You can get to Madrid from Cartagena (Murcia) in just 4h 43m with a Train from Renfe. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
Saturday
from 4h 43m
Sunday
from 5h 8m
Monday
Tuesday
from 5h 20m
Wednesday
from 5h 20m
Thursday

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Renfe
    4h 43m
    0
    11:55
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Central Station
    16:38
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £25
  • Renfe
    6h 58m
    0
    06:25
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Central Station
    13:23
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £34
  • Renfe
    7h 38m
    0
    09:00
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Central Station
    16:38
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £25
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • ALSA
    5h 20m
    0
    15:15
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    20:35
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £30
  • ALSA
    5h 20m
    0
    15:15
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    20:35
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £34
  • ALSA
    5h 35m
    0
    17:00
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    22:35
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £30
  • Fastest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 0m
    0
    11:10
    Región de Murcia Airport
    Región de Murcia Airport
    22:10
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £175
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 20m
    0
    11:10
    Región de Murcia Airport
    Región de Murcia Airport
    22:30
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £175
  • EasyJet Airline
    11h 50m
    0
    11:10
    Región de Murcia Airport
    Región de Murcia Airport
    23:00
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £173

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Renfe
    5h 8m
    0
    09:00
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Central Station
    14:08
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £44
  • Renfe
    5h 43m
    0
    06:25
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Central Station
    12:08
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £44
  • Renfe
    6h 58m
    0
    06:25
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Central Station
    13:23
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £41
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • ALSA
    5h 20m
    0
    15:15
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    20:35
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £35
  • ALSA
    5h 25m
    0
    23:15
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    04:40
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £35
  • ALSA
    5h 35m
    0
    17:00
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    22:35
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £35

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • ALSA
    5h 20m
    0
    15:15
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    20:35
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £29
  • ALSA
    5h 20m
    0
    06:45
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    12:05
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £55
  • ALSA
    5h 25m
    0
    23:15
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    04:40
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £37

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • ALSA
    5h 20m
    0
    15:15
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    20:35
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £31
  • ALSA
    5h 20m
    0
    06:45
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    12:05
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £42
  • ALSA
    5h 25m
    0
    23:15
    Cartagena (Murcia)
    Coach Station
    04:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Basic
    £38
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What are the most popular stations in Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid?

In Cartagena (Murcia), you will usually depart from Coach Station, Coach Stop or Central Station, while in Madrid you will be arriving at Atocha Train Station, Chamartin Train Station or Sur Bus 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 Madrid from Cartagena (Murcia)? With 8 connections between 2 Flight, Carpool, Train and Bus 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 Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid, you can pay as low as £25 with a Train from Renfe.

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 Train from Renfe: you will get to Madrid in just 4h 43m.

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 Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid are ALSA, Renfe and EasyJet Airline, 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 Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid 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 La Aparecida (Cartagena) or to Delicias, and look at flights from Murcia–San Javier Airport, and landing at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas 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 Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid?

The most popular companies between Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid, are ALSA, Renfe and EasyJet Airline. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: ALSA

Train companies: Renfe

Airlines: EasyJet Airline

All you need to know when you travel from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid

How can I reach Madrid from Cartagena (Murcia)?

Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Flight, Carpool, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Madrid from Cartagena (Murcia).

How far is Madrid from Cartagena (Murcia)?

The distance between Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid is 388.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid?

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 10 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 66 kgs, and a flight 96 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid?

You can get to Madrid with just £25 by taking a Train from Renfe.

What is the fastest way to get from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid?

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 Madrid in just 4h 43m with a Train from Renfe.

More routes to Cartagena (Murcia) and to Madrid

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cartagena (Murcia) and to Madrid. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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