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  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    13:006h45
    Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro)
    20:45Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses
    £391One-way
    1 change

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Compare train and coach for Porto to Ponferrada

The cheapest option from Porto to Ponferrada is train, with an average price of £31. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Porto to Ponferrada among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 228 km

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£46

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£31

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6h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest option

5h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 10m

Average total duration

7h 40m

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Live departures

Porto to Ponferrada bus times

The table below shows live departures for Porto to Ponferrada coaches for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
AlsaNormal · Normal11:30 Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro)
8h15
20:45 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal13:00 Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro)
6h45
20:45 Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Porto to Ponferrada coaches with Omio?

Alsa as well as Autna offer coaches services from Porto to Ponferrada.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Porto to Ponferrada.

Why book with Omio vs Alsa?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Autna to find the best option for your trip from Porto to Ponferrada.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Porto to Ponferrada.

Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Porto to Ponferrada.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Porto to Ponferrada

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Typically, there are 1 buses per day from Porto to Ponferrada, including 1 direct buses, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £31 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 08:30. The fastest coach covers the 228 km distance in 9h 22m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £31
Distance
228 km
Average bus duration
5h 33m
Lowest ticket price
£37
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
9h 22m
First bus
0:30
Last bus
8:30
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
42 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £31

Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Porto to PonferradaYou can travel by bus between Porto to Ponferrada with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £31. 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
Alsa frequency
1 a day
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: Porto to Ponferrada coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto 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.

FAQs
The earliest coach from Porto to Ponferrada leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Porto to Ponferrada leaves at 8:30.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Porto to Ponferrada with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Porto to Ponferrada, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Autna for the best way to get you to Ponferrada. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Porto and Ponferrada and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Porto , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã . When arriving in Ponferrada , you can end your route in coach stations like Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses, Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses, located 0 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Porto to Ponferrada is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Porto and Ponferrada including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Porto to Ponferrada:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Porto to Ponferrada for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Porto to Ponferrada depends on the coach companies:
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Porto to Ponferrada.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Porto to Ponferrada:
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Porto to Ponferrada:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Porto to Ponferrada. The following conditions apply:
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Porto to Ponferrada with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Porto to Ponferrada with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Porto to Ponferrada with the following coach company: Alsa.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Porto and Ponferrada

Most Porto to Ponferrada buses use the Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã to Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada). Use this guide to compare Porto and Ponferrada bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Porto
Arrival bus stations in Ponferrada

Which Porto station do buses to Ponferrada leave from?

Buses from Porto to Ponferrada leave from Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã. The station is 2 km from Porto city centre at Rua de Bonjoia, 4000-126 Porto, Portugal.
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de CampanhãRua de Bonjoia, 4000-126 Porto, PortugalWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã from Porto city centre

Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:

BusAutna · 15m · £0.90
9M · 11m · £3 · every ~3 min
SubwayA, B, Bx, C, E, F · 12m · £0.90 · every ~11 min

Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã bus station facilities and services

Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafetaria Terminal (in the station), Restaurante Campanhã (0.5 km), Tasquinha do Caco (0.7 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Elevators.

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