THE SHORT VERSION
Valencia to Cartagena at a glance.
- From
- Valencia València
- Road distance
- About 265 km
- Straight line
- 213 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Cartagena to Valencia →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Valencia
Valencia is a major Mediterranean city with coaches to Madrid, Barcelona, Alicante and Andalusia. The bus station is north of the old town by the Turia gardens.
- Valencia bus station · Estació d'Autobusos de València
Avinguda de Menéndez Pidal, near Túria metro (lines 1 and 2).
Arriving in Cartagena
Ask the seller where the service ends in Cartagena. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Cartagena, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Valencia from Cartagena by road?+
About 265 km by road (213 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Valencia to Cartagena take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Valencia?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Valencia include Valencia bus station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Cartagena to Valencia?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Cartagena to Valencia guide.
Where does the bus from Valencia arrive in Cartagena?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Valencia to Cartagena?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Valencia to Cartagena bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Cartagena by bus?+
Direct buses from Cartagena include Madrid. See all connections on our Cartagena bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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