Cartagena to Ciudad Real train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Cartagena to Ciudad Real by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Cartagena to Ciudad Real take around 5 hours and 2 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 299 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Cartagena is scheduled to depart at around  04:45. The last departure is usually at around 21:35 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Cartagena at around 04:40, with the last train leaving at around 18:43. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 20 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 25 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$70.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Ciudad Real, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Ciudad Real.

Is there a direct train from Cartagena to Ciudad Real?

The journey between Cartagena and Ciudad Real usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Cartagena to Ciudad Real every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Cartagena to Ciudad Real?

The Cartagena to Ciudad Real train travel takes about 5 hours and 2 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Cartagena to Ciudad Real train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Ciudad Real leaving Cartagena at around 04:45 and the last train leaving at around 21:35 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Cartagena at around 04:40, with the final departure at 18:43.