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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ponferrada to Santiago de Compostela
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ponferrada to Santiago de Compostela is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ponferrada to Santiago de Compostela will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 4 buses that leave Ponferrada for Santiago de Compostela every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 164 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ponferrada to Santiago de Compostela
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ponferrada to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 9m. 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 £20, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 164 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Santiago de Compostela bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ponferrada to Santiago de Compostela coaches for today, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 22:00 Ponferrada | 3h30 | 01:30 Santiago de Compostela | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 8 March | |||||
| 05:50 Ponferrada | 4h35 | 10:25 Santiago de Compostela | 1 change | |
| 08:25 Ponferrada | 3h45 | 12:10 Santiago de Compostela | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Infobus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Infobus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Ponferrada to Santiago de Compostela.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ponferrada to Santiago de Compostela
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Buses from Ponferrada to Santiago de Compostela run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 164 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 164 km |
Average bus duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 05:15 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Alsa from Ponferrada to Santiago de CompostelaYou can travel by bus between Ponferrada to Santiago de Compostela with BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Alsa for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ponferrada to Santiago de Compostela coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ponferrada to Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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