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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Málaga to Cartagena

Showing times and prices for 16 Jul

Cheapest price

£39

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

6 h 45 m

Average duration

7 h 16 m

Buses per day

41

Distance

320 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Málaga to Cartagena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Málaga to Cartagena will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.

Fast coaches

To travel from Málaga to Cartagena you need to make at least one change.

  • AlsaNormal+Bus BAMNormal
    9:0011h30
    Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
    20:30Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses
    £391One-way
    1 change
  • AlsaNormal+Bus BAMNormal
    9:0011h30
    Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
    20:30Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses
    £391One-way
    1 change
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    15:008h30
    Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
    23:30Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses
    £431One-way
    1 change
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    16:007h30
    Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
    23:30Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses
    £431One-way
    1 change
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    12:3011h00
    Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
    23:30Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses
    £431One-way
    1 change

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Compare coach and flight for Málaga to Cartagena

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Cartagena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £56.

Distance: 320 km

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Flight

£39

Average Price

Cheapest

£179

Average Price

6h 32m

Average total duration

6h 2m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 38m

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3h 0m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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1.0 - 1.9kg

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Alsa

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Live departures

Málaga to Cartagena bus times

The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Cartagena coaches for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
AlsaNormal · Normal11:15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
8h10
19:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal11:15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
12h15
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal11:30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
12h00
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal11:30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
7h55
19:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal12:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
11h30
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal12:30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
11h00
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal12:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
7h45
20:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal+Bus BAMNormal12:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
7h45
20:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal13:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
10h30
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal13:30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
10h00
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal14:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
9h30
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal14:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
9h00
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal15:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
8h30
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal15:00 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
8h30
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal15:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
8h00
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal16:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
7h30
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal16:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
7h30
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal16:15 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
7h15
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal16:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
6h45
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
Thursday 16 July
AlsaNormal · Normal5:30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
12h45
18:15 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal5:30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
7h55
13:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal5:30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
13h55
19:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal6:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
13h25
19:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal6:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
12h15
18:15 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal6:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
7h25
13:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal7:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
12h25
19:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal7:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
11h15
18:15 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal8:00 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
11h25
19:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal8:00 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
10h15
18:15 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal8:30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
10h55
19:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal8:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
10h55
19:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal8:30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
9h45
18:15 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal8:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
9h45
18:15 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal9:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
10h25
19:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal9:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
9h15
18:15 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal+Bus BAMNormal9:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
11h30
20:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal+Bus BAMNormal9:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
11h30
20:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal10:15 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
13h15
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal10:15 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
9h10
19:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal10:45 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
8h40
19:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal10:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
8h40
19:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal10:45 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
12h45
23:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses1 change

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Why should you book Málaga to Cartagena coaches with Omio?

Alsa as well as Bus BAM offer coaches services from Málaga to Cartagena.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Málaga to Cartagena.

Why book with Omio vs Alsa?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Bus BAM to find the best option for your trip from Málaga to Cartagena.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Málaga to Cartagena.

Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Bus BAM to find the best option for your trip from Málaga to Cartagena.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Málaga to Cartagena.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Málaga to Cartagena

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Buses from Málaga to Cartagena run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.

There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:30, the last at 17:30. The fastest coach covers the 320 km distance in 6h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
320 km
Average bus duration
6h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£37
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
6h 45m
First bus
5:30
Last bus
17:30
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
5 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Bus BAM from Málaga to CartagenaYou can travel by bus between Málaga to Cartagena with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Bus BAM for as low as £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 45m
Cheapest Price
£37
Alsa frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

Bus BAM

About
Bus BAM, founded in 2011, is a Spanish transportation company specializing in bus rental and travel services, particularly between Almería and Madrid. They also operate key routes like Murcia-Torrevieja and Almería-Cartagena-Alicante, and manage urban transport in Úbeda. Bus BAM focuses on reliability, comfort, and customer satisfaction, offering modern buses equipped with amenities such as Wi-Fi, multimedia systems, and accessibility features. They provide tailored solutions for group travel, events, and corporate transportation, aiming to be a leading choice for bus transport in their service areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 45m
Cheapest Price
£37
Bus BAM frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 8kg (40x30x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs permitted without a carrier.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Málaga to Cartagena coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga to Cartagena 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 Cartagena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Málaga to Cartagena can start from as little as £37 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Málaga to Cartagena is £39; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Málaga to Cartagena is 6h 45m to travel the 320 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Málaga to Cartagena leaves at 5:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Málaga to Cartagena leaves at 17:30.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Málaga to Cartagena with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Málaga to Cartagena, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Bus BAM for the best way to get you to Cartagena. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Málaga and Cartagena and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Málaga , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Malaga, Estación de Autobuses, Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3), Granada, Estación De Autobuses . When arriving in Cartagena , you can end your route in coach stations like Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Malaga, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Cartagena from Málaga is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Málaga to Cartagena is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Málaga and Cartagena including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Málaga to Cartagena:
  • Bus BAM
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible restrooms.
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Málaga to Cartagena for coach company Alsa, Bus BAM.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Málaga to Cartagena depends on the coach companies:
  • Bus BAM
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa, Bus BAM.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Málaga to Cartagena.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Málaga to Cartagena:
  • Bus BAM
    • One carry-on bag up to 8kg (40x30x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Málaga to Cartagena:
  • Bus BAM
    • 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Málaga to Cartagena. The following conditions apply:
  • Bus BAM
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Málaga to Cartagena with the following coach company: Alsa, Bus BAM
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Málaga to Cartagena with the following coach company: Alsa, Bus BAM.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Málaga to Cartagena with the following coach company: Alsa, Bus BAM.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Málaga and Cartagena

Most Málaga to Cartagena buses use the Malaga, Estación de Autobuses to Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Málaga and Cartagena bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Málaga
Arrival bus stations in Cartagena

Which Málaga station do buses to Cartagena leave from?

Buses from Málaga to Cartagena leave from Malaga, Estación de Autobuses. The station is 1 km from Málaga city centre at Paseo de los Tilos, s/n, 29006 Malaga, Spain.
Malaga, Estación de AutobusesPaseo de los Tilos, s/n, 29006 Malaga, SpainWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Malaga, Estación de Autobuses from Málaga city centre

Malaga, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Málaga city centre. Public transport options include:

BusM-260, M-161 · 3m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
4, 19, N3 · 8m · £2 · every ~11 min
M-113 · 1h 36m · £7 · every ~3 min

Malaga, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services

Malaga, 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), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station, near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Malaga, Estación de Autobuses.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Malaga, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Malaga, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.

Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)Av. del Comandante Garcia Morato, Malaga, SpainWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) from Málaga city centre

Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) is 7 km from Málaga city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainC1 · 14m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
BusA · 21m · £4 · every ~5 min
A · 35m · £4 · every ~5 min
ALSA - Mo-Ma · 2h 2m · £6

Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) bus station facilities and services

Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) 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), Fast Food Express (in the station), Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals area.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3): Elevators, ramps.

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