The cheapest and fastest coaches from A Coruña to Ponferrada
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from A Coruña to Ponferrada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from A Coruña to Ponferrada will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 11 buses that leave A Coruña for Ponferrada every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 173 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for A Coruña to Ponferrada
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from A Coruña to Ponferrada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 173 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
A Coruña to Ponferrada bus times
The table below shows live departures for A Coruña to Ponferrada coaches for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 14:55 A Coruña, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 18:00 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 21:30 A Coruña, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 00:15 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 6 March | |||||
Normal | 05:40 A Coruña, Estación de Autobuses | 2h35 | 08:15 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 08:00 A Coruña, Estación de Autobuses | 3h00 | 11:00 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:45 A Coruña, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 14:00 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets A Coruña to Ponferrada by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus to find the best option for your trip from A Coruña to Ponferrada.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from A Coruña to Ponferrada.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from A Coruña to Ponferrada
Buses from A Coruña to Ponferrada run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 173 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 173 km |
Average bus duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 05:15 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Infobus from A Coruña to PonferradaYou can travel by bus between A Coruña to Ponferrada with BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Infobus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: A Coruña to Ponferrada coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from A Coruña to Ponferrada by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ponferrada, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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