Valencia to Cartagena bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Valencia to Cartagena

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€10

Average price

€22

Fastest journey

2 h 10 m

Average duration

3 h 7 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

214 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Valencia to Cartagena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Valencia to Cartagena will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Valencia for Cartagena on Wed, Feb 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 214 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .

On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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.

BlaBlaCar
06:50AM2h10
Valencia
09:00AMCartagena
€101One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
05:40PM3h00
Valencia
08:40PMCartagena
€191One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
01:50PM2h40
Valencia
04:30PMCartagena
€231One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
02:10PM3h20
Valencia
05:30PMCartagena
€271One-way
0 transfers
AlsaNormal
11:30AM4h25
Valencia, Estació d'autobusos
03:55PMCartagena, Estación de Autobuses
€291One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Valencia to Cartagena

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Cartagena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €3.

Distance: 214 km

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Train

€26

Average price

Cheapest

€28

Average price

4h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 21m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 20m

Average total duration

4h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Valencia to Cartagena bus times

The table below shows live departures for Valencia to Cartagena buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 8:19 AM
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Tickets
alsaNormal10:30 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos
4h25
2:55 PM Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Valencia to Cartagena

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Buses from Valencia to Cartagena run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €3 by train.

There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 20:45. The fastest bus covers the 214 km distance in 4h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €3
Distance
214 km
Average bus duration
4h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
€26
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
4h 25m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
20:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €3

Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Bus BAM from Valencia to CartagenaYou can travel by bus between Valencia to Cartagena with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Bus BAM for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
€26
Alsa frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
Learn more about Alsa

Bus BAM

About
Bus BAM, founded in 2011, is a Spanish transportation company specializing in bus rental and travel services, particularly between Almería and Madrid. They also operate key routes like Murcia-Torrevieja and Almería-Cartagena-Alicante, and manage urban transport in Úbeda. Bus BAM focuses on reliability, comfort, and customer satisfaction, offering modern buses equipped with amenities such as Wi-Fi, multimedia systems, and accessibility features. They provide tailored solutions for group travel, events, and corporate transportation, aiming to be a leading choice for bus transport in their service areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 8kg (40x30x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs permitted without a carrier.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Bus from Valencia to Cartagena

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valencia to Cartagena 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 Cartagena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Valencia to Cartagena can start from as little as €26 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Valencia to Cartagena is €26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Valencia to Cartagena is 4h 25m to travel the 214 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Valencia to Cartagena leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Valencia to Cartagena leaves at 8:45 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Valencia to Cartagena with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Valencia to Cartagena, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Bus BAM for the best way to get you to Cartagena. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Valencia and Cartagena and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Valencia, Estació d'autobusos, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Cartagena from Valencia is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Valencia to Cartagena is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Valencia and Cartagena including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Valencia to Cartagena:
  • Bus BAM
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible restrooms.
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Valencia to Cartagena for coach company Alsa, Bus BAM.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Valencia to Cartagena depends on the coach companies:
  • Bus BAM
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa, Bus BAM.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Valencia to Cartagena.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Valencia to Cartagena:
  • Bus BAM
    • One carry-on bag up to 8kg (40x30x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Valencia to Cartagena:
  • Bus BAM
    • 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Valencia to Cartagena. The following conditions apply:
  • Bus BAM
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Valencia to Cartagena with the following coach company: Alsa, Bus BAM
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Valencia to Cartagena with the following coach company: Alsa, Bus BAM.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Valencia to Cartagena with the following coach company: Alsa, Bus BAM.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Valencia to Cartagena

Valencia
Cartagena
The major bus station for departures in Valencia is Valencia, Estació d'autobusos. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Valencia, Estació d'autobusos for your trip from Valencia to Cartagena.
Valencia, Estació d'autobusosWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Carrer de Menendez Pidal, 13, 46009 Valencia, Valencia, Spain
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Carrer de Menéndez Pidal
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station)
  • Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Valencia, Estació d'autobusos
  • Bus: 1, 8, 79, 95 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2

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