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Bus Ponferrada to Cartagena: Trip Overview

Bus Ponferrada to Cartagena: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$101
Average bus trip duration11h 55m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure1:30 AM
Latest bus departure5:55 PM

Ponferrada to Cartagena Buses

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Information on this bus route

Daily Departures6
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:30AM - 5:55PM
Minimum Price$81
Average Ticket Price$101
Minimum Trip Duration10h40m
Average Bus Trip Duration11h55m
Bus Companies on This RouteALSA
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Ponferrada - Cartagena

The bus is the best choice to get to Cartagena without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The travel time from Ponferrada to Cartagena is about 11h 55m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 10h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 452 miles (728 km) that separate the two cities.

About 452 miles (728 km) separate Ponferrada and Cartagena.

You can choose from 6 travel times and travel with ALSA. The number of buses from Ponferrada to Cartagena can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Ponferrada to Cartagena by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 1:30 AM and ending at 5:55 PM.

If you're headed to Cartagena from Ponferrada, chances are that your bus will leave from Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada and arrive at Estación de Autobuses de Cartagena. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $81.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Ponferrada to Cartagena is $101. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $81 to $113, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Cartagena, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Getsemani Neighborhood, Bazurto Market, Castillo San Felipe de Barajas, Cartagena Walled City and San Basilio de Palenque.

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Ponferrada to Cartagena. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

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 Ponferrada and Cartagena!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Ponferrada to Cartagena, 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 Ponferrada to Cartagena.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Bus from Cartagena to Ponferrada

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