Rome to Cartagena by bus
Cartagena lies 1,247 km (775 mi) west of Rome, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 22 h 37 min including stops, over roughly 1,521 km (945 mi) of road.
| Rome | Cartagena | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Spain |
| Population | 2.3 million | 213,943 |
| Elevation | 52 m (171 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
What changes when you arrive in Cartagena
Crossing from Italy into Spain: sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +34; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648909.
Where to book buses from Rome to Cartagena
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Staying in Cartagena
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Common questions
How far is Cartagena from Rome?
1,247 km (775 mi) in a straight line, west of Rome; by road roughly 1,521 km (945 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rome to Cartagena by bus?
About 22 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rome and Cartagena?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Cartagena?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.