The cheapest and fastest trains from Cartagena to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€67
Fastest journey
8 h 39 m
Average duration
9 h 48 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
500 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cartagena to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cartagena to Barcelona will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
It's difficult to get from Cartagena to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Cartagena to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cartagena to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €34.
Distance: 500 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€46 Average price Cheapest | €64 Average price | €73 Average price |
9h 12m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cartagena to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Cartagena to Barcelona trains for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14515+ 09157+ 01192 | On time 8:00 AM Cartagena station | 13h04 | 9:04 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
14515+ 09127+ 01192 | On time 8:00 AM Cartagena station | 13h04 | 9:04 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
14515+ 05817+ 01162 | On time 8:00 AM Cartagena station | 10h00 | 6:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
01460 · 00460 | On time 10:55 AM Cartagena station | 9h02 | 7:57 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
01460+ 18096 | On time 10:55 AM Cartagena station | 11h42 | 10:37 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
01460+ 01192 | On time 10:55 AM Cartagena station | 10h09 | 9:04 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
14545+ 09157+ 01192 | On time 12:25 PM Cartagena station | 8h39 | 9:04 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
14541+ 09067+ 01162 | On time 4:09 AM Cartagena station | 13h51 | 6:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
14541+ 09067+ 01112 | On time 4:09 AM Cartagena station | 9h41 | 1:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
14541+ 09107+ 01162 | On time 4:09 AM Cartagena station | 13h51 | 6:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
35604+ 01162 | On time 5:50 AM Cartagena station | 12h10 | 6:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
35604+ 00694 | On time 5:50 AM Cartagena station | 14h01 | 7:51 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
35604+ 01152 | On time 5:50 AM Cartagena station | 11h29 | 5:19 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cartagena to Barcelona
Trains from Cartagena to Barcelona run on average 17 times per day, taking around 8h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 13:25. The fastest train covers the 500 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 500 km |
Average train duration 8h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 13:25 |
Train companies: Renfe Intercity, Renfe EUROMED, AVE, Renfe (13), Renfe from Cartagena to Barcelona trainsRenfe Intercity, Renfe EUROMED, AVE, Renfe (13), Renfe trains will get you between Cartagena and Barcelona from €25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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AVE
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FAQs: Trains from Cartagena to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cartagena to Barcelona by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cartagena to Barcelona
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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