The cheapest and fastest trains from Cartagena to Valencia
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cartagena to Valencia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cartagena to Valencia will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 4 trains that leave Cartagena for Valencia on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 58 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 Valencia
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cartagena to Valencia 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 3h 33m. 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 | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€30 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Valencia train times
The table below shows live departures for Cartagena to Valencia trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
01460 | On time 10:55 AM Cartagena station | 5h14 | 4:09 PM Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
14202 | On time 3:13 PM Cartagena station | 5h00 | 8:13 PM Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cartagena to Valencia
Trains from Cartagena to Valencia run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 19:40 |
Train companies: Renfe Intercity, Renfe (13) from Cartagena to Valencia trainsRenfe Intercity, Renfe (13) trains will get you between Cartagena and Valencia from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Renfe Intercity
Renfe (13)
FAQs: Trains from Cartagena to Valencia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cartagena to Valencia 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 Valencia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Cartagena, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Valencia-Estacio Del Nord, located 0.4 miles (607 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cartagena to Valencia
- Mon - Sun: 05:30 - 00:00
- Equipped with lockers (Service is temporarily suspended for health reasons)
- De pans
- Hiper Asia
- La Cervecería de la Estación
- Yummy
- Wheelchair accessible mobility assistance staff.
- Casual del Cine Valencia
- Vincci Lys
- AC Hotel Colon Valencia
- Mon - Sun: 05:30 - 00:00
- In the lobby area.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Cercanias lines: C1, C2, C3, C5, C6
- Train lines: Intercity, Media Distancia, Talgo, Regional, Regional Express
- Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 23:59
- Open daily from 07:00 to 22:00.
- Coffee Coffee
- The Pause – Lavazza
- Mon Orxata
- McDonald’s
- The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms.
- Petite Palace Ruzafa
- Hotel Conqueridor
- Senator Parque Central Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 23:59
- Located on the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 27, 89, 90, free shuttle to Nord Station
- Metro lines: 3 and 5
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Intercity
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