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

The cheapest way to get from Seville to Cartagena is to rideshare which costs €29 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Seville to Cartagena is to drive which takes 5h 33m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Seville and Cartagena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) and arriving at Cartagena. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Seville and Cartagena?

No, there is no direct train from Seville to Cartagena. However, there are services departing from Sevilla-Santa Justa and arriving at Cartagena via Cuenca Fernando Zobel and Murcia Del Carmen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Seville to Cartagena?

The distance between Seville and Cartagena is 565 km. The road distance is 516 km.

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

The best way to get from Seville to Cartagena without a car is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs €45 - €70.

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

The bus from Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) to Cartagena takes 7h 45m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Seville to Cartagena bus from?

Seville to Cartagena bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) station.

Where do I catch the Seville to Cartagena train from?

Seville to Cartagena train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Sevilla-Santa Justa station.

Train or bus from Seville to Cartagena?

The best way to get from Seville to Cartagena is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs €45 - €70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €140 - €290 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Seville to Cartagena bus arrive?

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

Where does the Seville to Cartagena train arrive?

Seville to Cartagena train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Cuenca Fernando Zobel station.

Can I drive from Seville to Cartagena?

Yes, the driving distance between Seville to Cartagena is 516 km. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from Seville to Cartagena.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Seville to Cartagena?

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Where can I stay near Cartagena?

There are 1652+ hotels available in Cartagena.

Can I share a ride from Seville to Cartagena?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Seville and Cartagena. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Seville to Cartagena - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Seville to Cartagena by bus, train (Renfe), rideshare, plane, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) to Cartagenabus ALSA - Sevi-Murc
7h 45m
€45–70
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Seville to Cartagènerideshare 519.5 km
6h 19m
€29
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Sevilla-Santa Justa to Cuenca Fernando Zobeltrain Ave
2. Take the train from Cuenca Fernando Zobel to Murcia Del Carmentrain Ave
3. Take the train from Murcia Del Carmen to Cartagenatrain Ic
8h 30m
€144–282
Fly to Alicante-Elche Airport, bus
1. Fly from Seville Airport (SVQ) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane SVQ - ALC
2. Take the bus from Alicante Aeropuerto to Estación de Autobuses de Murciabus
3. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Murcia to Estación de Autobuses de Cartagenabus
6h 6m
€71–162
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sevilla-Santa Justa to Granadatrain Avn
2. Take the bus from Granada Estación de Autobuses to Cartagenabus ALSA - Sevi-Murc
7h 52m
€72–107
Drive 516 km
1. Drive from Seville to Cartagenacar 516 km
5h 33m
€82–119
Fly to Almería Airport, bus
1. Fly from Seville Airport (SVQ) to Almería Airport (LEI)plane SVQ - LEI
2. Take the bus from Almería to Cartagenabus
7h 38m
€98–213
Fly to Valencia Airport, train
1. Fly from Seville Airport (SVQ) to Valencia Airport (VLC)plane SVQ - VLC
2. Take the train from Estació del Nord to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain
3. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Murcia Del Carmentrain
4. Take the train from Murcia Del Carmen to Cartagenatrain
9h 22m
€77–220

Seville to Cartagena by bus

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Distance: 565.4 km
Duration: 7h 45m

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

ALSA operates a bus from Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) to Cartagena twice daily. Tickets cost €45–70 and the journey takes 7h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sevilla-Santa Justa to Cartagena via Cuenca Fernando Zobel and Murcia Del Carmen in around 8h 30m.

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