How much is the train ticket from Murcia to Cartagena?

The cheapest train tickets from Murcia to Cartagena start from $12. The average price for this train route is around $12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Murcia to Cartagena?

The average train ride duration from Murcia to Cartagena is 1h 1m, covering a distance of 27 miles (44 km). The quickest train can get you there in 54m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators service the Murcia to Cartagena route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Murcia to Cartagena?

The earliest train departs from Murcia to Cartagena at 7:20am. And the latest train departs at 9:55pm.

Train Murcia to Cartagena from $8

Next train departures

Next departures for Murcia to Cartagena on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:20am	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 25m	8:45am	Cartagena	Cheapest
Train	9:55pm	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 20m	11:15pm	Cartagena	Fastest
Train	10:15am	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 25m	11:40am	Cartagena	No tags
Train	11:58am	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 25m	1:23pm	Cartagena	No tags
Train	1:07pm	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 28m	2:35pm	Cartagena	No tags

Next departures for Murcia to Cartagena on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:15am	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 25m	11:40am	Cartagena	CheapestFastest
Train	11:58am	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 25m	1:23pm	Cartagena	No tags
Train	1:07pm	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 28m	2:35pm	Cartagena	No tags
Train	6:15pm	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 25m	7:40pm	Cartagena	No tags
Train	7:28pm	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 27m	8:55pm	Cartagena	No tags

Next departures for Murcia to Cartagena on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:45pm	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 25m	10:10pm	Cartagena	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Murcia to Cartagena on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:20am	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 25m	8:45am	Cartagena	Cheapest
Train	9:55pm	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 20m	11:15pm	Cartagena	Fastest
Train	10:15am	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 25m	11:40am	Cartagena	No tags
Train	11:58am	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 25m	1:23pm	Cartagena	No tags
Train	1:07pm	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 28m	2:35pm	Cartagena	No tags

Next departures for Murcia to Cartagena on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:20am	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 5m	8:25am	Cartagena	Cheapest
Train	8:23pm	Murcia Del Carmen	54m	9:17pm	Cartagena	Fastest
Train	10:15am	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 1m	11:16am	Cartagena	No tags
Train	11:58am	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 6m	1:04pm	Cartagena	No tags
Train	1:15pm	Murcia Del Carmen	1h 3m	2:18pm	Cartagena	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:31 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Murcia to Cartagena

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cartagena. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32carpool per day

40mAverage Duration

27 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$6 - $10	Average Duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $14	Average Duration1h 1m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$3 - $89	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5926 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.1

Based on 926 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at $12

RENFE Murcia Cartagena recent customer reviews

On time, clean train. Not busy.

Kevin B.

April 12, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Murcia to Cartagena by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Murcia to Cartagena?
The cheapest train tickets from Murcia to Cartagena start from $12. The average price for this train route is around $12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Murcia to Cartagena?
The average train ride duration from Murcia to Cartagena is 1h 1m, covering a distance of 27 miles (44 km). The quickest train can get you there in 54m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators service the Murcia to Cartagena route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Murcia to Cartagena?
The earliest train departs from Murcia to Cartagena at 7:20am. And the latest train departs at 9:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$8

12/10

$8

Today

$8

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$8

12/13

$8

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$10

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$8

12/16

$8

The cheapest trip from Murcia to Cartagena was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $8

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

You can expect to pay from $8 to $10 for a train ticket from Murcia to Cartagena based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-12-13.