Cartagena to Cuenca by train

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Overview: trains from Cartagena to Cuenca

Find the key information for travelling by train from Cartagena to Cuenca, 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 21:35 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 28m View journey
Distance (km) 292
Trains / day 25 View all
Cheapest journey €29.45 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 53m
Train operators 10

From Cartagena to Cuenca by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Cartagena to Cuenca by train. With 25 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Cartagena and Cuenca

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: €29.49

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Cartagena to Cuenca departure timetable

On this route, 25 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Cartagena at 04:56 and the last leaving at 21:15 during the week.

For weekend travel to Cuenca, the earliest departure is at 04:40 and the last one is at 21:35. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 23 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Cartagena to Cuenca

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 3 hours and 28 minutes, spanning 292 kilometres in total.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Cartagena and Cuenca?

You can secure tickets for travel between Cartagena and Cuenca up to 11 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Learn more about train travel from Cartagena to Cuenca

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Cartagena and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Cuenca city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Cartagena to Cuenca

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

The train route from Cartagena to Cuenca covers 292 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.