The average train between Benalmádena and Cartagena takes 13h 14m and the fastest train takes 8h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Benalmádena to Cartagena. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Benalmádena and Cartagena. The earliest departure is at 12:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Benalmádena is at 8:29 PM which arrives into Cartagena at 11:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Málaga M.Z. Cercanías and take an average of 13h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Benalmádena to Cartagena? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Benalmádena to Cartagena. However, there are services departing from Benalmádena station and arriving at Cartagena station via Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 14m.
Benalmádena to Cartagena train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, depart from Malaga Maria Zambrano station.
Benalmádena to Cartagena train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, arrive at Cartagena station.
Book your Benalmádena to Cartagena train tickets online with Renfe Cercanias, Ouigo and 2 other operators.
The distance between Benalmádena and Cartagena is 337.2 km. The road distance is 1,103 km.
You can take a train from Torremuelle to Cartagena via Málaga M.Z. Cercanías, Malaga Maria Zambrano, Madrid-Puerta De Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Madrid-Atocha Cercanías, Madrid Chamartín, and Murcia Del Carmen in around 9h 28m.