The cheapest and fastest trains from Murcia to Cartagena
Cheapest price
6S$
Average price
6S$
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Murcia to Cartagena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Murcia to Cartagena will cost around 6S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 6S$.
Of the 11 trains that leave Murcia for Cartagena every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
374637:28 PM1h06Murcia Del Carmen8:34 PMCartagena station6 S$1One-way0 changes
386238:23 PM0h54Murcia Del Carmen9:17 PMCartagena station6 S$1One-way0 changes
145162:30 PM0h59Murcia Del Carmen3:29 PMCartagena station6 S$1One-way0 changes
145469:40 PM1h00Murcia Del Carmen10:40 PMCartagena station6 S$1One-way0 changes
1451411:58 AM1h06Murcia Del Carmen1:04 PMCartagena station6 S$1One-way0 changes
356238:23 PM0h54Murcia Del Carmen9:17 PMCartagena station8 S$1One-way0 changes
386238:23 PM0h54Murcia Del Carmen9:17 PMCartagena station6 S$1One-way0 changes
145446:15 PM0h58Murcia Del Carmen7:13 PMCartagena station6 S$1One-way0 changes
145162:30 PM0h59Murcia Del Carmen3:29 PMCartagena station6 S$1One-way0 changes
145469:40 PM1h00Murcia Del Carmen10:40 PMCartagena station6 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Murcia to Cartagena
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Murcia to Cartagena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 5S$. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 5S$, and a train costs an average of 4S$.
Distance: 44 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
6S$ Average Price | 5S$ Average Price Cheapest |
1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Murcia to Cartagena train times
The table below shows live departures for Murcia to Cartagena trains for today, Sunday, 14 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14512 | On time 10:15 AM Murcia Del Carmen | 1h01 | 11:16 AM Cartagena station | 0 changesdirect | |
14542 | Delayed 1:15 PM Murcia Del Carmen | 1h03 | 12:18 PM 12:18 PMCartagena station | 0 changesdirect | |
14544 | On time 6:15 PM Murcia Del Carmen | 0h58 | 7:13 PM Cartagena station | 0 changesdirect | |
37463 | 7:28 PM Murcia Del Carmen | 1h06 | 8:34 PM Cartagena station | 0 changesdirect | |
38623 | On time 8:23 PM Murcia Del Carmen | 0h54 | 9:17 PM Cartagena station | 0 changesdirect | |
35623 | 8:23 PM Murcia Del Carmen | 0h54 | 9:17 PM Cartagena station | 0 changesdirect | |
14546 | On time 9:40 PM Murcia Del Carmen | 1h00 | 10:40 PM Cartagena station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday, 15 June | |||||
14510 | 7:20 AM Murcia Del Carmen | 1h05 | 8:25 AM Cartagena station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Murcia to Cartagena
Trains from Murcia to Cartagena run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 4S$ if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 54m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price 4S$ |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 9:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Renfe PROXIMIDAD, Renfe MD, Renfe, Renfe INTERCITY from Murcia to Cartagena trainsRenfe PROXIMIDAD, Renfe MD, Renfe, Renfe INTERCITY trains will get you between Murcia and Cartagena from 4S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Murcia to Cartagena train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Murcia to Cartagena 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 Cartagena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Murcia and Cartagena
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available from Calle Industria.
- Restaurante El Churra
- La Pequeña Taberna
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.60
- Hotel Nelva
- Catalonia Conde de Floridablanca
- Hotel Arco de San Juan
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1
- Taxi services available

