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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Ponferrada
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
338 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Ponferrada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Ponferrada will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 19 buses that leave Madrid for Ponferrada every day 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 338 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.
Supra Economy
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Compare coach and train for Madrid to Ponferrada
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Ponferrada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 338 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price |
5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Madrid to Ponferrada bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Ponferrada coaches for today, Tuesday 20 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supra Economy | 13:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h20 | 17:35 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 14:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h30 | 20:15 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 15:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h30 | 20:15 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 15:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h15 | 22:00 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 16:00 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 4h15 | 20:15 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 16:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h15 | 22:00 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 17:00 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 5h00 | 22:00 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 22:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h15 | 04:00 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 23:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h30 | 04:00 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 21 January | |||||
| Normal | 07:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h10 | 12:10 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 07:15 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 4h55 | 12:10 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 08:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h45 | 14:15 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 09:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h00 | 14:15 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 09:30 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 4h45 | 14:15 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Madrid to Ponferrada
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Buses from Madrid to Ponferrada run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £25 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 338 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 338 km |
Average bus duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Alsa, Alsa Supra from Madrid to PonferradaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Ponferrada with BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Alsa, Alsa Supra for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Ponferrada coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Ponferrada
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
DiningATMAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 44, 82, 132, C1, C2 Metro: 3, 6
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