What is the cheapest way to get from Cartagena to Elda?

The cheapest way to get from Cartagena to Elda is to bus which costs €11 - €17 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Cartagena to Elda?

The fastest way to get from Cartagena to Elda is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Cartagena and Elda?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cartagena and arriving at Est.Petrer/Elda. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Cartagena and Elda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cartagena and arriving at Elda-Petrel. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Cartagena to Elda?

The distance between Cartagena and Elda is 140 km. The road distance is 120.9 km.

How do I travel from Cartagena to Elda without a car?

The best way to get from Cartagena to Elda without a car is to bus which takes 2h and costs €11 - €17.

How long does it take to get from Cartagena to Elda?

The bus from Cartagena to Est.Petrer/Elda takes 2h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Cartagena to Elda bus from?

Cartagena to Elda bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Cartagena station.

Where do I catch the Cartagena to Elda train from?

Cartagena to Elda train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Cartagena station.

Train or bus from Cartagena to Elda?

The best way to get from Cartagena to Elda is to bus which takes 2h and costs €11 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Cartagena to Elda bus arrive?

Cartagena to Elda bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Est.Petrer/Elda station.

Where does the Cartagena to Elda train arrive?

Cartagena to Elda train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Elda-Petrel station.

Can I drive from Cartagena to Elda?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartagena to Elda is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Cartagena to Elda.

How do I get a train ticket from Cartagena to Elda?

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Where can I stay near Elda?

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Distance: 139.7 km
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Cartagena, Spain and Elda, Spain?

ALSA operates a bus from Cartagena to Est.Petrer/Elda once daily. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Cartagena to Elda-Petrel 4 times a day. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 3h 27m.

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