What is the cheapest way to get from Cartagena to Mar Menor?

The cheapest way to get from Cartagena to Mar Menor is to bus which costs €2 - €3 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cartagena to Mar Menor?

The fastest way to get from Cartagena to Mar Menor is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs €29 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Cartagena and Mar Menor?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Alfonso Xiii Fte H el Rosell and arriving at Frente Santa Rosalia. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Cartagena and Mar Menor?

No, there is no direct train from Cartagena to Mar Menor. However, there are services departing from Cartagena and arriving at Torre-Pacheco via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Cartagena to Mar Menor?

The distance between Cartagena and Mar Menor is 23 km. The road distance is 18.1 km.

How do I travel from Cartagena to Mar Menor without a car?

The best way to get from Cartagena to Mar Menor without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs €13 - €18.

How long does it take to get from Cartagena to Mar Menor?

It takes approximately 36 min to get from Cartagena to Mar Menor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cartagena to Mar Menor bus from?

Cartagena to Mar Menor bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Alfonso Xiii Fte H el Rosell station.

Where do I catch the Cartagena to Mar Menor train from?

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

Train or bus from Cartagena to Mar Menor?

The best way to get from Cartagena to Mar Menor is to train which takes 36 min and costs €13 - €18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €2 - €3 and takes 40 min.

Where does the Cartagena to Mar Menor bus arrive?

Cartagena to Mar Menor bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Frente Santa Rosalia station.

Where does the Cartagena to Mar Menor train arrive?

Cartagena to Mar Menor train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Torre-Pacheco station.

Can I drive from Cartagena to Mar Menor?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartagena to Mar Menor is 18 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Cartagena to Mar Menor.

Where can I stay near Mar Menor?

There are 3298+ hotels available in Mar Menor.

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There are 4 ways to get from Cartagena to Mar Menor by train (Renfe), bus, taxi, or car

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Cartagena to Torre-Pachecotrain Ic / ...
36 min
€13–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alfonso Xiii Fte H el Rosell to Frente Santa Rosaliabus ALSA - R-11 Vta
40 min
€2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cartagena to Mar Menortaxi 18.1 km
19 min
€29–35
Drive 18.1 km
1. Drive from Cartagena to Mar Menorcar 18.1 km
19 min
€3–5

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Distance: 22.8 km
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Cartagena, Spain and Mar Menor, Murcia, Spain?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Cartagena to Torre-Pacheco hourly. Tickets cost €2–4 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Alfonso Xiii Fte H el Rosell to Frente Santa Rosalia 4 times a day. Tickets cost €2–3 and the journey takes 40 min.

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