Bus Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid - Compare all Companies

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid from various bus operators like ALSA for the next days.

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Monday

$48

Tuesday

$49

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Thursday

$52

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
ALSA	5h 25m	8:45 AM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	2:10 PM	Madrid	Mendez Alvaro Train Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/27/2026 8:45:00 AM to Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/27/2026 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
ALSA	6h 45m	9:45 AM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	4:30 PM	Madrid	Mendez Alvaro Train Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/27/2026 9:45:00 AM to Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/27/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
ALSA	5h 20m	3:15 PM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	8:35 PM	Madrid	Mendez Alvaro Train Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/27/2026 3:15:00 PM to Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/27/2026 8:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m
ALSA	5h 15m	5:45 PM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	11:00 PM	Madrid	Mendez Alvaro Train Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/27/2026 5:45:00 PM to Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
ALSA	5h 35m	11:15 PM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	4:50 AM	Madrid	Mendez Alvaro Train Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/27/2026 11:15:00 PM to Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
ALSA	5h 25m	8:45 AM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	2:10 PM	Madrid	Mendez Alvaro Train Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/28/2026 8:45:00 AM to Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/28/2026 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
ALSA	6h 45m	9:45 AM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	4:30 PM	Madrid	Mendez Alvaro Train Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/28/2026 9:45:00 AM to Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
ALSA	5h 20m	3:15 PM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	8:35 PM	Madrid	Mendez Alvaro Train Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/28/2026 3:15:00 PM to Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/28/2026 8:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m
ALSA	5h 15m	5:45 PM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	11:00 PM	Madrid	Mendez Alvaro Train Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/28/2026 5:45:00 PM to Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
ALSA	5h 35m	11:15 PM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	4:50 AM	Madrid	Mendez Alvaro Train Station	Economy	$49	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/28/2026 11:15:00 PM to Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/29/2026 4:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
ALSA	5h 25m	8:45 AM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	2:10 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$52	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/30/2026 8:45:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/30/2026 2:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
ALSA	6h 45m	9:45 AM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	4:30 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$52	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/30/2026 9:45:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m
ALSA	5h 20m	3:15 PM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	8:35 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$52	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/30/2026 3:15:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/30/2026 8:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m
ALSA	5h 15m	5:45 PM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	11:00 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$52	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/30/2026 5:45:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/30/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
ALSA	5h 35m	11:15 PM	Cartagena (Murcia)	Bus Station	4:50 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$52	A Bus from ALSA goes from Bus Station, Cartagena (Murcia) (Spain) at 7/30/2026 11:15:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 7/31/2026 4:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid is $40 on 8/6/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid

See here how frequent the connections between Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily buses from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 12 buses from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid

Compare all providers like ALSA that travel 8 times every day by bus from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid starting from $40!

Cheapest Bus	$40
Fastest Bus	5h 15m
Earliest Bus	7:15 AM
Latest Bus	11:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	8 Ø
Distance	241.5 miles
Bus Companies	ALSA

Cheapest bus connections from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid

Every day, 8 buses from 1 bus companies leave Cartagena (Murcia) for Madrid: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/24/2026 and for the following days.

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Monday

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Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

Sunday 07/26

$52

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

$49

Wednesday 07/29

$52

Thursday 07/30

$52

Friday 07/31

$49

Saturday 08/01

$49

Sunday 08/02

$49

Monday 08/03

$49

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$40

Friday 08/07

Saturday 08/08

$45

Sunday 08/09

$49

Monday 08/10

$52

Tuesday 08/11

$49

Wednesday 08/12

$49

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $40, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $49.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid, with $48. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $48.

How to save money travelling from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid.

Bus Station

Av. Trovero Marín s/n

Bus Stop

P.º Alfonso XIII, 61 61

Escombreras

Venta de la Virgen

Carr. de Murcia

Avenida de América Bus Station

Avenida de América 13

Bus Stop

Calle de Tiziano 40

Intercambiador de Moncloa

Calle de la Princesa 89n

Plaza de Castilla

Sur Bus Station

Calle de Méndez Álvaro 83

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

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Service and Comfort on the bus from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid? Or which bus companies serve the route Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid bus

How much does a Cartagena (Murcia) Madrid bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $40 and takes 5h 25m to reach Madrid. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $40 and $69. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Madrid.

On average, how many connections are available from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid each day?

Every day, the Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid take?

The fastest bus from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid is offered by ALSA and takes 5h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $48. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid?

The earliest bus arriving in Madrid from Cartagena (Murcia) starts at 7:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid?

The latest bus trip departing from Cartagena (Murcia) for Madrid starts at 11:15 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Cartagena (Murcia) Madrid route?

When traveling by bus from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid, passengers can travel with ALSA. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid?

You can check all the direct connections between Cartagena (Murcia) and Madrid by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: ALSA.

What can I take with me on the Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Cartagena (Murcia) Madrid bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cartagena (Murcia) Madrid bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cartagena (Murcia) to Madrid

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Cartagena (Murcia) and to Madrid

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cartagena (Murcia) and to Madrid. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!