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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona to Ponferrada
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
13 h 24 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
735 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona to Ponferrada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Ponferrada will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £67.
Of the 4 buses that leave Barcelona for Ponferrada every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 735 km distance in an average of 13 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 20 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.
Normal20:0012h25Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord8:25Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses£671One-way0 changes- Normal · Normal · Normal9:0013h10Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord22:10Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses£681One-way2 changes
- Normal · Normal19:3014h20Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord9:50Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses£681One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal23:3013h40Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord13:10Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses£701One-way1 change
- Normal20:0012h25Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord8:25Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses£671One-way0 changes
- Normal · Normal · Normal9:0013h10Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord22:10Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses£681One-way2 changes
- Normal · Normal23:3013h40Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord13:10Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses£701One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal19:3014h20Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord9:50Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses£681One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Ponferrada
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Ponferrada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £100.
Distance: 735 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£70 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest | £195 Average Price |
11h 42m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Ponferrada bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Ponferrada coaches for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal · Normal | 23:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h40 | 13:10 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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| Normal · Normal · Normal | 9:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h10 | 22:10 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
| Normal · Normal | 19:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h20 | 9:50 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal | 20:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h25 | 8:25 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Ponferrada
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Buses from Barcelona to Ponferrada run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £29 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 735 km distance in 11h 25m.
Distance 735 km |
Average bus duration 11h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 25m |
First bus 1:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Barcelona to PonferradaYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Ponferrada with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Barcelona to Ponferrada coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
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- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Ponferrada
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
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