The cheapest and fastest coaches from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 17 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
Of the 3 buses that leave Donostia-San Sebastian for Ponferrada every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 386 km distance in an average of 11 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 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.
23:5010h55Donostia-San Sebastian10:45Ponferrada£481One-way0 changes
22:5010h55Donostia-San Sebastian9:45Ponferrada£491One-way0 changes
4:3012h00Donostia-San Sebastian16:30Ponferrada£541One-way0 changes
23:5010h55Donostia-San Sebastian10:45Ponferrada£481One-way0 changes
22:5010h55Donostia-San Sebastian9:45Ponferrada£491One-way0 changes
4:3012h00Donostia-San Sebastian16:30Ponferrada£541One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £41, and a coach costs an average of £48.
Distance: 386 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£50 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration Fastest 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada bus times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada coaches for today, Wednesday 20 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 23:50 Donostia-San Sebastian | 10h55 | 10:45 Ponferrada | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 4:30 Donostia-San Sebastian | 12h00 | 16:30 Ponferrada | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:50 Donostia-San Sebastian | 10h55 | 9:45 Ponferrada | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada
Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £41 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 19:15. The fastest coach covers the 386 km distance in 10h 55m.
Distance 386 km |
Average bus duration 7h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 55m |
First bus 0:50 |
Last bus 19:15 |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Donostia-San Sebastian to PonferradaYou can travel by bus between Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Ponferrada
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 28, 42, 45 Train: E2
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