León to Ponferrada bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from León to Ponferrada

Showing times and prices for 06 Jun

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£8

Fastest journey

40 m

Average duration

1 h 8 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

85 km

Cheap tickets

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 £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave León for Ponferrada every day 5 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 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 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.

  • BlaBlaCar
    15:300h40
    León
    16:10Ponferrada
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • BlaBlaCar
    15:401h20
    León
    17:00Ponferrada
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • BlaBlaCar
    8:401h10
    León
    9:50Ponferrada
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • BlaBlaCar
    15:201h20
    León
    16:40Ponferrada
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • BlaBlaCar
    16:501h10
    León
    18:00Ponferrada
    £91One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for León to Ponferrada

Omio recommends booking the coach 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 40m. 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
Train

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

£11

Average Price

2h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 15m

Average total duration

1h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

León to Ponferrada bus times

The table below shows live departures for León to Ponferrada coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
BlaBlaCar8:40 León
1h10
9:50 Ponferrada0 changesdirect
BlaBlaCar15:20 León
1h20
16:40 Ponferrada0 changesdirect
BlaBlaCar15:30 León
0h40
16:10 Ponferrada0 changesdirect
BlaBlaCar15:40 León
1h20
17:00 Ponferrada0 changesdirect
BlaBlaCar16:50 León
1h10
18:00 Ponferrada0 changesdirect

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Why should you book León to Ponferrada coaches with Omio?

Alsa operates all coaches services from León to Ponferrada.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from León to Ponferrada.

Why book with Omio vs Alsa?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from León to Ponferrada.

Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

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

Journey information

Overview: Bus from León to Ponferrada

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Buses from León to Ponferrada run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

There are 13 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.

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
Distance
85 km
Average bus duration
1h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
13
Direct buses
13
Fastest bus
1h 20m
First bus
6:00
Last bus
21:30
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
7 days
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

Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from León to PonferradaYou can travel by bus between León to Ponferrada with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £10. 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
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£10
Alsa frequency
10 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
4 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from León to Ponferrada can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for León to Ponferrada is £11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from León to Ponferrada is 1h 20m to travel the 85 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from León to Ponferrada leaves at 6:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from León to Ponferrada leaves at 21:30.
Yes, there are 13 direct coaches a day from León to Ponferrada with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from León 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 León and Ponferrada and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from León , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Leon, Bus Station . When arriving in Ponferrada , you can end your route in coach stations like Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses, Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leon, Bus Station, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Ponferrada from León is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from León to Ponferrada is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between León and Ponferrada including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from León to Ponferrada:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from León to Ponferrada for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from León 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 León to Ponferrada.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from León 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 León to Ponferrada:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from León 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 León to Ponferrada with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from León to Ponferrada with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from León to Ponferrada with the following coach company: Alsa.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in León and Ponferrada

León
Ponferrada
The major coach station for departures in León is Leon, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leon, Estación de Autobuses for your trip from León to Ponferrada.
Leon, Estación de AutobusesWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Avenida Ingeniero Sáenz de Miera
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Leon, Estación de Autobuses
  • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Train: León Station

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