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

The cheapest way to get from Elda to Cartagena is to bus which costs €12 - €17 and takes 2h 30m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Elda and Cartagena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Est.Petrer/Elda and arriving at Cartagena. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Elda and Cartagena?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Elda-Petrel and arriving at Cartagena. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Elda to Cartagena?

The distance between Elda and Cartagena is 142 km. The road distance is 121.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Elda to Cartagena without a car is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs €12 - €17.

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

The bus from Est.Petrer/Elda to Cartagena takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Elda to Cartagena bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elda to Cartagena train from?

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

Train or bus from Elda to Cartagena?

The best way to get from Elda to Cartagena is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs €12 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Elda to Cartagena bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elda to Cartagena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elda to Cartagena?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cartagena?

There are 1652+ hotels available in Cartagena.

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There are 3 ways to get from Elda to Cartagena by bus, train (Renfe), or car

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1. Take the bus from Est.Petrer/Elda to Cartagenabus Alsa
2h 30m
€12–17
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Elda-Petrel to Cartagenatrain Ic / ...
3h 32m
€22–35
Drive 121.2 km
1. Drive from Elda to Cartagenacar 121.2 km
1h 24m
€20–28

Elda to Cartagena by bus

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Distance: 141.7 km
Duration: 2h 30m

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

ALSA operates a bus from Est.Petrer/Elda to Cartagena once daily. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Elda-Petrel to Cartagena twice daily. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 3h 32m.

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