The cheapest and fastest buses from Cartagena to Murcia
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
28 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cartagena to Murcia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cartagena to Murcia will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 22 buses that leave Cartagena for Murcia on Wed, Nov 26, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct buses cover the 44 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest buses will take 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cartagena to Murcia
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cartagena to Murcia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 44 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€5 Average price Cheapest | €8 Average price |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cartagena to Murcia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cartagena to Murcia buses for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BASE | 10:15 AM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 11:00 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 11:00 AM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 11:45 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 12:00 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 12:45 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 12:30 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 1:45 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 1:30 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 2:15 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 2:00 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 2:45 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 3:15 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 4:00 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 5:00 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 5:45 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 5:30 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 0h40 | 6:10 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 7:15 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 8:00 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 7:45 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 9:00 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 9:00 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 9:45 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 26 | |||||
BASE | 5:30 AM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 6:45 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 7:00 AM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 7:45 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 8:00 AM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 8:45 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 8:15 AM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 9:30 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 8:45 AM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 9:30 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cartagena to Murcia
Buses from Cartagena to Murcia run on average 15 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 44 km distance in 40m.
Distance 44 km |
Average bus duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 06:30 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: Interbus, BlaBlaCar from Cartagena to MurciaYou can travel by bus between Cartagena to Murcia with Interbus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cartagena to Murcia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cartagena to Murcia by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Murcia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cartagena to Murcia
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Galeón (0.5 km)
- La Catedral (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 4, 6 Train: C-1
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar El Rincón (0.3 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.4 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 6, 7, 26 Train: C1
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