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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ponferrada to Madrid
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
338 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ponferrada to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ponferrada to Madrid will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 19 buses that leave Ponferrada for Madrid 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 3 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ponferrada to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ponferrada to Madrid 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 37m. 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 £26.
Distance: 338 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m 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
Ponferrada to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ponferrada to Madrid coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 00:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 5h30 | 06:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 00:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 5h00 | 05:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 07:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 4h30 | 12:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 07:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 4h15 | 11:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 08:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 5h45 | 14:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 08:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 4h45 | 13:15 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 08:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 5h10 | 13:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 13:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 5h00 | 18:30 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 13:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 5h15 | 18:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 14:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 5h30 | 20:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 14:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 4h45 | 19:15 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 14:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 5h00 | 19:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 16:55 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 4h15 | 21:10 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 16:55 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 4h30 | 21:25 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ponferrada to Madrid
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Buses from Ponferrada to Madrid run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £26 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 30m.
Distance 338 km |
Average bus duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Alsa from Ponferrada to MadridYou can travel by bus between Ponferrada to Madrid with BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Alsa for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ponferrada to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ponferrada to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid), located 12.5 miles (20.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ponferrada and Madrid
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
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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