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Today2 Aug
from US$19
Tomorrow3 Aug
Mon4 Aug
Tue5 Aug
from US$19
Wed6 Aug
Thu7 Aug
from US$19
Fri8 Aug
Sat9 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Cartagena
    Departure location: Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Alicante
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Alicante El Altet
    Operated by: Bus Almeria MadridBus Almeria Madrid
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Cartagena
    Departure location: Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Alicante
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Alicante El Altet
    Operated by: Bus Almeria MadridBus Almeria Madrid
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Cartagena
    Departure location: Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Alicante
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Alicante El Altet
    Operated by: Bus Almeria MadridBus Almeria Madrid
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Cartagena
    Departure location: Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Alicante
    Destination location: Alicante
    Operated by: Bus Almeria MadridBus Almeria Madrid
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 August at
    Departure city: Cartagena
    Departure location: Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: Alicante
    Destination location: Alicante
    Operated by: Bus Almeria MadridBus Almeria Madrid
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cartagena to Alicante

Bus
Average priceUS$19 - US$21Average duration3h 5m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$23 - US$24Average duration2h 17m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$8 - US$19Average duration1h 20m
4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cartagena to Alicante

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Alicante. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
1h 20mAverage duration
US$8Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cartagena to Alicante: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$21
Average bus trip duration3h 5m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure07:00
Distance58 miles
Latest bus departure20:45

Cartagena to Alicante Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Cartagena to Alicante. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Cartagena to Alicante from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Alicante from Cartagena, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cartagena - Alicante

  1. How far is Alicante from Cartagena by coach?

    The distance between Cartagena and Alicante by coach is approximately 58 miles (94 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Alicante from Cartagena without a car?

    The best way to go from Cartagena to Alicante without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
31/07
US$14
01/08
US$14
Today
US$14
03/08
US$14
04/08
US$15
05/08
US$14
06/08
US$14
07/08
US$14
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cartagena to Alicante was searched and found on 1 Aug 2025 with a price of US$14

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

You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$15 for a bus ticket from Cartagena to Alicante based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14, which is on 2025-08-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cartagena and Alicante!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cartagena to Alicante, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cartagena to Alicante.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cartagena to Alicante, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Cartagena by bus?

Bus from Cartagena to Alicante

You can also go to Alicante by train

Train from Cartagena to Alicante

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