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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Ponferrada
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
9 h 32 m
Average duration
9 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
735 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Ponferrada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Ponferrada will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
Of the 1 trains that leave Barcelona for Ponferrada every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 735 km distance in an average of 9 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 32 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.
006229:059h32Barcelona Sants18:37Ponferrada station£821One-way0 changes
- 006229:059h32Barcelona Sants18:37Ponferrada station£821One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Ponferrada
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Ponferrada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £100.
Distance: 735 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£61 Average Price Cheapest | £70 Average Price | £195 Average Price |
9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 42m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Ponferrada train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Ponferrada trains for tomorrow, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00622 | 9:05 Barcelona Sants | 9h32 | 18:37 Ponferrada station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Ponferrada
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Trains from Barcelona to Ponferrada run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 735 km distance in 9h 32m.
Distance 735 km |
Average train duration 9h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 32m |
First train 6:16 |
Last train 21:07 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo from Barcelona to Ponferrada trainsRenfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo trains will get you between Barcelona and Ponferrada from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barcelona to Ponferrada train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Ponferrada by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ponferrada, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Ponferrada
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, open 24/7.
- Restaurant La Perla
- Restaurante Mencía
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- AC Hotel Ponferrada
- Hotel Temple Ponferrada
- Hotel Aroi Ponferrada
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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