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Parque Arqueológico del Castillo de Lorca
Museum inside the castle complex with medieval remains and interpretation spaces that help visitors understand Lorca’s long past.
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Murcia to Lorca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Murcia to Lorca will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 33 trains that leave Murcia for Lorca every day 33 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.
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C2:84925Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Murcia to Lorca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 61 km
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Murcia to Lorca trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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01463 | 19:28 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h34 | 21:02 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84927 | 19:45 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 21:02 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84927 | 19:45 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 20:53 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84929 | 21:00 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 22:17 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84929 | 21:00 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 22:08 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84931 | 22:32 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 23:49 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84931 | 22:32 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 23:40 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
C2:84901 | 6:00 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 7:17 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84901 | 6:00 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 7:08 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84903 | 7:25 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 8:33 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84903 | 7:25 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 8:42 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84905 | 8:30 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 9:38 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84905 | 8:30 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 9:47 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84907 | 9:45 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 11:02 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84907 | 9:45 Murcia Del Carmen | 0h58 | 10:43 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84909 | 10:50 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 11:58 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84909 | 10:50 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 12:07 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84911 | 11:50 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 13:07 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84911 | 11:50 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 12:58 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84913 | 12:30 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 13:38 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84913 | 12:30 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 13:47 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84915 | 13:47 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 15:04 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84915 | 13:47 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 14:55 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84917 | 14:25 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 15:33 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84917 | 14:25 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 15:42 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84919 | 15:45 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 16:53 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84919 | 15:45 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 17:02 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84921 | 16:20 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 17:28 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84921 | 16:20 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 17:37 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84923 | 17:30 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 18:47 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84923 | 17:30 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 18:38 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84925 | 18:25 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h08 | 19:33 Lorca San Diego | 0 changesdirect | |
C2:84925 | 18:25 Murcia Del Carmen | 1h17 | 19:42 Lorca Sutullena | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Murcia to Lorca run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 22:32 |
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Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Lorca — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lorca trip today.
Museum inside the castle complex with medieval remains and interpretation spaces that help visitors understand Lorca’s long past.
Archaeological museum with finds from prehistory to Islamic and later periods. A practical introduction to the area’s history.
Embroidery museum showing the elaborate textiles used in Lorca’s Semana Santa processions, with fine craftsmanship and local identity.
Main historic square framed by major civic and religious buildings. It is the best place to appreciate Lorca’s monumental core.
Traditional street lined with noble houses, shops and key sights. It is ideal for a central walk through Lorca’s historic fabric.
Popular urban park and walking area with gardens and open space. It is a practical break from sightseeing in the city centre.
Rice cooked with rabbit, snails and vegetables. A classic inland Murcian dish linked to local farming and Sunday family meals.
Lamb stew with potatoes, peppers and garlic. Traditional in Lorca’s pastoral hinterland and valued for its rich, slow-cooked flavour.
Murcian salad of tomatoes, onion, tuna, olives and hard-boiled egg. Common in Lorca and prized for simple pantry ingredients and summer freshness.
Traditional restaurant known for Murcian rice dishes, grilled meats and regional specialities in a polished but relaxed setting.
Well-known dining room serving local cuisine, seafood and rice dishes with a classic atmosphere suited to long family lunches.
Popular casual venue for tapas, montaditos and drinks in the historic centre, with a lively local feel and broad menu.
Lorca is cheaper than many Spanish city breaks, with lower hotel rates, modest dining prices and inexpensive local transport for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, leave small change. Taxis are usually rounded up to the nearest euro.
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Lorca Sutullena -> Plaza de España, Lorca
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Murcia to Lorca by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lorca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Murcia to Lorca trains use the Murcia Del Carmen to Lorca Sutullena station pair, with some services arriving at Lorca San Diego. Use this guide to compare Murcia and Lorca train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Murcia Del Carmen is 1 km from Murcia city centre. Public transport options include:
Murcia Del Carmen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante El Churra, La Pequeña Taberna
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Murcia Del Carmen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Murcia Del Carmen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Murcia Del Carmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Murcia Del Carmen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Murcia Del Carmen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Nelva, Catalonia Conde de Floridablanca, Hotel Arco de San Juan.
Lorca Sutullena has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lorca Sutullena.
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