4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ponferrada to Madrid
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 27 m
Buses per day
10
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 £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
Of the 10 buses that leave Ponferrada for Madrid every day 10 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 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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.
Normal14:305h15Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses19:45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£341One-way0 changes- Normal9:304h45Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses14:15Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)£341One-way0 changes
- Normal9:305h45Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses15:15Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£341One-way0 changes
- Normal14:305h00Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses19:30Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)£341One-way0 changes
- Normal9:305h10Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses14:40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£341One-way0 changes
- Supra Economy8:304h15Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses12:45Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)£461One-way0 changes
- Supra Economy17:554h15Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses22:10Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)£521One-way0 changes
- Supra Economy17:554h30Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses22:25Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£521One-way0 changes
- Supra Economy8:304h30Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses13:00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£461One-way0 changes
- Normal9:304h45Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses14:15Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)£341One-way0 changes
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 £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 2m. 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 £28, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 338 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 5h 2m 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 today, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 16:00 Ponferrada | 3h50 | 19:50 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:30 Ponferrada | 3h40 | 21:10 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 Ponferrada | 3h50 | 21:50 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:40 Ponferrada | 4h10 | 0:50 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 18 May | |||||
| Normal | 1:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 5h00 | 6:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 8:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 4h30 | 13:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 8:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 4h15 | 12:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 4h45 | 14:15 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 5h45 | 15:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 5h10 | 14:40 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 11 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 338 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 338 km |
Average bus duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Ponferrada to MadridYou can travel by bus between Ponferrada to Madrid with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £17. 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.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
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
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
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