4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cartagena to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
9 h 30 m
Average duration
11 h
Buses per day
4
Distance
500 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cartagena to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cartagena to Barcelona will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Cartagena to Barcelona you need to make at least one change.
Normal · Normal6:159h30Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses15:45El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)£561One-way1 change- Normal · Normal6:1512h30Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses18:45Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord£561One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal6:1512h00Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses18:15El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)£561One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal6:1510h00Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses16:15Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord£561One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal6:159h30Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses15:45El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)£561One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal6:1510h00Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses16:15Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord£561One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal6:1512h00Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses18:15El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)£561One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal6:1512h30Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses18:45Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord£561One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Cartagena to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cartagena to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a flight costs an average of £25.
Distance: 500 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
£59 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cartagena to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cartagena to Barcelona coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal · Normal | 6:15 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 10h00 | 16:15 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 6:15 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 12h30 | 18:45 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 6:15 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 9h30 | 15:45 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 6:15 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 12h00 | 18:15 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cartagena to Barcelona
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Buses from Cartagena to Barcelona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 500 km distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 500 km |
Average bus duration 8h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife from Cartagena to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Cartagena to Barcelona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cartagena to Barcelona coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cartagena to Barcelona by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Hife
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Hife
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Hife
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Hife
- 15€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Hife
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cartagena and Barcelona
Most Cartagena to Barcelona buses use the Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses to El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) station pair, with some services arriving at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. Use this guide to compare Cartagena and Barcelona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Cartagena station do buses to Barcelona leave from?
Getting to Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses from Cartagena city centre
Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Galeón (0.5 km), La Catedral (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Which Barcelona station do buses from Cartagena arrive at?
Getting to El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) from Barcelona city centre
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) is 13 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) bus station facilities and services
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), La Botiga (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord bus station facilities and services
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
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