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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from León to Ponferrada
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from León to Ponferrada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from León to Ponferrada will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 15 buses that leave León for Ponferrada every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
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Compare coach and train for León to Ponferrada
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from León to Ponferrada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 85 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
León to Ponferrada bus times
The table below shows live departures for León to Ponferrada coaches for today, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 10:30 Leon, Bus Station | 1h40 | 12:10 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 12:00 Leon, Bus Station | 2h10 | 14:10 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 12:00 Leon, Bus Station | 2h07 | 14:07 Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 17:00 Leon, Bus Station | 2h07 | 19:07 Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 17:00 Leon, Bus Station | 2h10 | 19:10 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 08:00 Leon, Bus Station | 1h57 | 09:57 Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 08:00 Leon, Bus Station | 2h00 | 10:00 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 09:15 Leon, Bus Station | 1h30 | 10:45 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from León to Ponferrada
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Buses from León to Ponferrada run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 85 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 85 km |
Average bus duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 06:00 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from León to PonferradaYou can travel by bus between León to Ponferrada with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: León to Ponferrada coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from León 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in León and Ponferrada
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Train: León Station
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