What is the distance between San Sebastian and Cartagena?

The distance separating San Sebastian and Cartagena is 398 miles (641 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Sebastian to Cartagena?

If you're headed to Cartagena from San Sebastian, chances are that your bus will leave from Donostia and arrive at Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cartagena?

Once in Cartagena, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are La Boquilla and the Mangroves, Rosario Islands, Getsemani Neighborhood, Palace of Inquisition and Scuba Diving & Snorkelling.

Bus San Sebastian to Cartagena from $71 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Sebastian to Cartagena on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:45am	Donostia	12h 15m	9:00pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Donostia	12h 15m	9:00pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	8:45am	San Sebastián / Donostia	12h 15m	9:00pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Donostia	12h 15m	9:00pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Donostia	12h 15m	9:00pm	Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Sebastian to Cartagena

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cartagena. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

12h 15mAverage Duration

398 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$78 - $79	Average Duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$51 - $51	Average Duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

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BILMAN BUS, S.L.

4/51,157 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.2

Based on 1157 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. BILMAN BUS, S.L. ticket prices on this trip start at $78

Bilman Bus San Sebastian Cartagena recent customer reviews

Cumplió muy bien el horario. Asiento cómodo. Climatización perfecta

Carmen D.

August 19, 2024

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Where are the popular stops in San Sebastian and Cartagena?

Stops in San Sebastian

A - Donostia

B - Pío XII

C - Universidad

Stops in Cartagena

A - Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Sebastian to Cartagena by bus

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What are the best sights and things to do in Cartagena?

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

You can expect to pay from $72 to $72 for a bus ticket from San Sebastian to Cartagena based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $72 which is on 2025-11-18.