Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada bus with Alsa

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  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    10:007h30
    Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    17:30Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses
    £471One-way
    1 change
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    0:5010h55
    Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    11:45Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses
    £491One-way
    1 change
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    8:408h50
    Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
    17:30Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses
    £491One-way
    1 change

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Compare train and coach for Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada

The cheapest option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada is train, with an average price of £40. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 386 km

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Coach
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Train

£50

Average Price

£40

Average Price

Cheapest option

8h 5m

Average total duration

7h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest option

6h 34m

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30m

Additional time*

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Renfe ALVIA

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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 tomorrow, Monday 6 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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AlsaNormal · Normal0:50 Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses
10h55
11:45 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada coaches with Omio?

Alsa operates all coaches services from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada.

Why book with Omio vs Alsa?

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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada.

Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada

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Typically, there are 3 buses per day from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada, including direct buses, taking around 7h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £40 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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £40
Distance
386 km
Average bus duration
7h 35m
Lowest ticket price
£47
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
10h 55m
First bus
0:50
Last bus
19:15
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £40

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 £40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 55m
Cheapest Price
£47
Alsa frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
1 a day

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.

FAQs
The earliest coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada leaves at 0:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada leaves at 19:15.
There are 3 coaches a day from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada which require at least one change with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Ponferrada. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Donostia-San Sebastian and Ponferrada and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses, located 0 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Donostia-San Sebastian and Ponferrada including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada depends on the coach companies:
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada:
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada. The following conditions apply:
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada with the following coach company: Alsa.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Ponferrada

Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada buses use the Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses to Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Ponferrada bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Donostia-San Sebastian
Arrival bus stations in Ponferrada

Which Donostia-San Sebastian station do buses to Ponferrada leave from?

Buses from Donostia-San Sebastian to Ponferrada leave from Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses. The station is from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre at Paseo de Francia, 22, 20012 Donostia-San Sebastian, Spain.
Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de AutobusesPaseo de Francia, 22, 20012 Donostia-San Sebastian, SpainWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses from Donostia-San Sebastian city centre

Bus9, 37, B3, 42 · 10m · £2 · every ~14 min

Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services

Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Restaurante Aitzgorri (0.5 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.

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