Bus Tickets from Alicante to Cartagena

TodayAug 2
from US$19
TomorrowAug 3
from US$19
MonAug 4
from US$19
TueAug 5
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WedAug 6
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Alicante
    Departure location: Aeropuerto Alicante El Altet
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Cartagena
    Destination location: Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena
    Operated by: Bus Almeria MadridBus Almeria Madrid
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Alicante
    Departure location: Alicante
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Cartagena
    Destination location: Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena
    Operated by: Bus Almeria MadridBus Almeria Madrid
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Alicante
    Departure location: Alicante
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Cartagena
    Destination location: Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena
    Operated by: Bus Almeria MadridBus Almeria Madrid
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Alicante
    Departure location: Aeropuerto Alicante El Altet
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Cartagena
    Destination location: Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena
    Operated by: Bus Almeria MadridBus Almeria Madrid
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Alicante to Cartagena

Bus
Average PriceUS$19 - US$21Average Duration3h 2m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$23 - US$24Average Duration2h 9m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$6 - US$19Average Duration1h 30m
4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Alicante to Cartagena

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cartagena. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
1h 30mAverage Duration
US$6Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Alicante to Cartagena: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$21
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 2m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance92 km
Latest bus departure5:15pm

Alicante to Cartagena Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Alicante to Cartagena, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Alicante - Cartagena

  1. What is the distance between Alicante and Cartagena?

    The distance between Alicante and Cartagena is around 94 km (58 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Alicante to Cartagena?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Estación de Autobuses Nueva, in Alicante, and end it at Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena, in Cartagena.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-31
US$14
08-01
US$14
Today
US$14
08-03
US$14
08-04
US$14
08-05
US$14
08-06
US$14
08-07
US$14
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Alicante to Cartagena was searched and found on Aug 1, 2025 with a price of US$14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Alicante to Cartagena, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$15 for a bus ticket from Alicante to Cartagena based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14 which is on 2025-08-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Alicante to Cartagena.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Alicante to Cartagena, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Alicante to Cartagena that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus from Alicante to Cartagena

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Train from Alicante to Cartagena

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