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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ponferrada to Bilbao
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Buses from Ponferrada to Bilbao run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 19:15. The fastest coach covers the 309 km distance in 8h 45m.
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 309 km |
Average bus duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 19:15 |
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: BlaBlaCar, Alsa from Ponferrada to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Ponferrada to Bilbao with BlaBlaCar, Alsa for as low as £41. 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
9h 0m
Cheapest Price
£42
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: Ponferrada to Bilbao coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ponferrada to Bilbao 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 Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Ponferrada to Bilbao can start from as little as £42 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Ponferrada to Bilbao is £43; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Ponferrada to Bilbao is on average 6 h 30 min for the 192 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Ponferrada and Bilbao by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Ponferrada to Bilbao leaves at 01: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Ponferrada to Bilbao leaves at 19: 15.
Yes, there is 1 direct coach a day from Ponferrada to Bilbao with Alsa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Take the Ponferrada to Bilbao coach with Alsa. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip from Ponferrada to Bilbao as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
Yes, you can take a coach from Ponferrada to Bilbao.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ponferrada and Bilbao
Ponferrada
Bilbao
The major coach station for departures in Ponferrada is Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses for your trip from Ponferrada to Bilbao.
Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses
information
The major coach station for arrivals in Bilbao is Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses for your trip to Bilbao from Ponferrada.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Gurtubay KaleaWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
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