Cartagena to Zaragoza by train

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Overview: trains from Cartagena to Zaragoza

Find the key information for travelling by train from Cartagena to Zaragoza, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:40 View journey
Last train 21:10 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr 49m View journey
Distance (km) 451
Trains / day 12 View all
Cheapest journey £172.76 View journey
Avg journey time 9hr 29m
Train operators 8

Explore Cartagena to Zaragoza by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Cartagena to Zaragoza aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Cost of train tickets between Cartagena and Zaragoza

The cheapest train tickets from Cartagena to Zaragoza start at £172.76. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Cartagena to Zaragoza is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 2 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Departure frequency and timetable from Cartagena to Zaragoza

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Cartagena to Zaragoza:

  • 04:45 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 21:10 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 04:40 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 18:43 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 28 minutes from Cartagena toward Zaragoza.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 12 trains serving this route each day.

Train travel time and distance from Cartagena to Zaragoza

Trains can complete this route in as little as 5 hours and 49 minutes. The total distance travelled is 451 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Cartagena and Zaragoza?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Cartagena and Zaragoza 2 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn more about train travel from Cartagena to Zaragoza

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Zaragoza city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Cartagena to Zaragoza

Want to know more about your journey from Cartagena to Zaragoza? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Cartagena and Zaragoza is 451 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.