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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Málaga to Cartagena
Showing times and prices for 02 Mar
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Buses per day
10
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 £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Fast coaches
Of the 10 buses that leave Málaga for Cartagena every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 320 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
15:305h10
Málaga20:40Cartagena
£251One-way
0 changes
15:004h30
Málaga19:30Cartagena
£281One-way
0 changes
Normal · Normal12:457h45
Malaga, Estación de Autobuses20:30Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses
£391One-way
1 change
Normal · Normal11:307h55
Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)19:25Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses
£431One-way
1 change
Normal · Normal11:158h10
Malaga, Estación de Autobuses19:25Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses
£431One-way
1 change
15:004h30
Málaga19:30Cartagena
£281One-way
0 changes
15:305h10
Málaga20:40Cartagena
£251One-way
0 changes
Normal · Normal16:456h45
Malaga, Estación de Autobuses23:30Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses
£431One-way
1 change
Normal · Normal06:007h25
Malaga, Estación de Autobuses13:25Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses
£431One-way
1 change
Normal · Normal16:007h30
Malaga, Estación de Autobuses23:30Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses
£431One-way
1 change
Travel Information
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 £38. 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 £38, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 320 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
£41 Average Price Cheapest | £156 Average Price |
6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 1.9kg 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
Málaga to Cartagena bus times
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Cartagena coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 20:10
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal · Normal | 05:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 7h25 | 12:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 08:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 9h15 | 17:15 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 10:15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 8h10 | 18:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 10:30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 7h55 | 18:25 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 11:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 7h45 | 19:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 15:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 7h30 | 22:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 15:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 7h30 | 22:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 15:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 22:30 Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses | 1 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.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- 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 £38 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 £38 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 05:30 |
Last bus 17:30 |
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 £38. 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
£38
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
£38
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.
Cheap coach tickets from Málaga to Cartagena can start from as little as £38 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Málaga to Cartagena is £41; 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) . 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 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 February.
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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with 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.
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
Málaga
Cartagena
The major coach station for departures in Málaga is Malaga, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Malaga, Estación de Autobuses for your trip from Málaga to Cartagena.
Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Paseo de los TilosWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
- Bus: 4, 19, 20 Train: C1, C2
Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 00:00-23:59
Distance to city center
7 kmCar connection
Av. del Comandante García MoratoWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the arrivals area.
Public transport options for Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
- Bus: A, C1, C2 Train: C1
The major coach station for arrivals in Cartagena is Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses for your trip to Cartagena from Málaga.
Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Car connection
Calle Doctor Gómez UllaWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Galeón (0.5 km)
- La Catedral (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Cartagena, Estación de Autobuses
- Bus: 2, 4, 6 Train: C-1
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