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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
38 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
41 m
Trains on 19 Sept
4
Distance
35 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Fast trains
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 4 trains from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 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.
3772218:380h38Ponferrada station19:16O Barco De Valdeorras£41One-way0 changes
126116:150h43Ponferrada station6:58O Barco De Valdeorras£41One-way0 changes- 1260716:050h45Ponferrada station16:50O Barco De Valdeorras£41One-way0 changes
0062218:380h38Ponferrada station19:16O Barco De Valdeorras£171One-way0 changes
- 0062218:380h38Ponferrada station19:16O Barco De Valdeorras£171One-way0 changes
- 3772218:380h38Ponferrada station19:16O Barco De Valdeorras£41One-way0 changes
- 126116:150h43Ponferrada station6:58O Barco De Valdeorras£41One-way0 changes
- 1260716:050h45Ponferrada station16:50O Barco De Valdeorras£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, while a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 35 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras is a coach with an average price of £4.
This is compared to other travel options from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras:
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras costing on average £8.
The fastest way to travel from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras is by train with an average journey time of 41m.
Other travel options to O Barco de Valdeorras take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 0m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ponferrada and O Barco de Valdeorras including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (41m by train vs 46m by car). Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Renfe MD, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras train times
The table below shows live departures for Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 12611 | On time 6:15 Ponferrada station | 0h43 | 6:58 O Barco De Valdeorras | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12607 | 16:05 Ponferrada station | 0h45 | 16:50 O Barco De Valdeorras | 0 changesdirect | |
| 00622 | On time 18:38 Ponferrada station | 0h38 | 19:16 O Barco De Valdeorras | 0 changesdirect | |
| 37722 | 18:38 Ponferrada station | 0h38 | 19:16 O Barco De Valdeorras | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Renfe, Renfe ALVIA or Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras
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Trains from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras run on average 3 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 38m.
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
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 6:15 |
Last train 19:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 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
Train companies: Renfe MD, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras trainsRenfe MD, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Ponferrada and O Barco de Valdeorras from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Renfe MD
About
Renfe MD, or Media Distancia (Mid-distance), is a division of Spain's national railway company, Renfe, specializing in regional train services. These trains connect cities and towns within the same autonomous community or between contiguous communities, typically covering distances under 300 km. Renfe MD operates various train types, including modern regional services with amenities like power sockets and reading lights, and high-speed Avant trains that reach up to 250 km/h on shorter, high-speed routes. While not as fast as long-distance AVE trains, Renfe MD offers extensive coverage across Spain, providing essential regional connections.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe MD Duration
38m
Cheapest Renfe MD Price
£4
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at the ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions and fare type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and light meals. Vending machines available on some trains
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation with additional fee. Some routes require mandatory seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Renfe
About
Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe Duration
45m
Cheapest Renfe Price
£4
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and up to three suitcases free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (cafeteria) available on most long-distance trains serving hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. First class passengers receive at-seat service
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation. Included in some ticket types, additional fee for others. Recommended during peak travel times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
What's included in each class
Compare Renfe classes and the amenities included in each one.
2nd Class
Renfe AVE INT
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Quiet zone
- Meals to buy
- Snacks to buy
- Air-conditioned
Renfe ALVIA
About
Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe ALVIA Duration
38m
Cheapest Renfe ALVIA Price
£17
Renfe ALVIA frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class
Seat reservation
Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
What's included in each class
Compare Renfe ALVIA classes and the amenities included in each one.
1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
- Newspapers and magazines
- Air-conditioned
2nd Class
- Power plugs
- Food available
- Air-conditioned
Renfe Viajeros
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe Viajeros Duration
38m
Cheapest Renfe Viajeros Price
£5
Renfe Viajeros frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to O Barco de Valdeorras
Things to do in O Barco de Valdeorras
Discover the best of O Barco de Valdeorras — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect O Barco de Valdeorras trip today.
- Recommended
Casa Grande de Viloira
Municipal cultural venue hosting exhibitions and events, useful for learning about local art and community life.
- Recommended
Centro de Interpretación da Pizarra de Valdeorras
Interpretation centre focused on Valdeorras slate, explaining the landscape, quarrying tradition and regional identity.
Sala Abanca
Local exhibition space used for temporary art shows and cultural programming in the town centre.
- Must visit
Paseo do Malecón
Main riverside promenade for walks beside the Sil, popular for relaxing, views and an easy introduction to the town.
- Recommended
Praza do Concello
Central square and social hub, handy for seeing daily town life and nearby civic buildings.
- Recommended
Parque do Malecón
Green riverside park with open space and walking paths, suitable for families and a quiet pause near the centre.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Godello Wine
Godello is the signature white wine of Valdeorras, prized for fresh citrus, stone fruit and mineral notes from local slate-rich vineyards.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Mencía Wine
Mencía is a traditional local red wine, usually fragrant and medium-bodied, reflecting Valdeorras vineyards and the area’s long winemaking heritage.
Empanada Gallega
Empanada gallega is a baked pie with a wheat crust and savoury filling, often tuna or meat, and is a classic shared dish across inland Galicia.
Restaurante Fernando III
Established restaurant known for Galician cuisine, local wines and a polished but relaxed dining room suitable for a longer meal.
Casa Galaica
Popular traditional spot for classic Galician dishes and generous portions in an informal, dependable setting.
Pazo do Castro Gastrobar
Casual local restaurant for tapas, grilled dishes and everyday Galician fare, often paired with Valdeorras wine.
Euro (€)
Generally cheaper than major Spanish tourist cities. Meals and stays are modestly priced, and local transport costs are low, making it good value for most travellers.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-2.50 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. In cafés, small change is enough. For taxis, round up the fare.
MoBT
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
O Barco de Valdeorras station -> Praza do Concello, O Barco de Valdeorras
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- MoBT is officially available in O Barco de Valdeorras and can be used to plan journeys and pay in participating services.
- No current official urban single ticket or day pass fare was reliably found from an operator, authority, or council fare page; check MoBT or the Concello before travel.
FAQs: Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras 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 O Barco de Valdeorras, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras covers a distance of 35 km and takes approximately 38m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras is 35 km.
The first train from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras leaves at 6:15.
The last train from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras departs at 19:30.
Trains from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras.
Yes, there is a direct train between Ponferrada and O Barco de Valdeorras. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Renfe MD, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
To get from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras.
The train station in Ponferrada that goes to O Barco de Valdeorras is Ponferrada station, and it arrives at O Barco De Valdeorras.
The cheapest way to get from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras is by train, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras is scenic, offering picturesque views of the Sil River, lush vineyards, and the rolling hills of the Bierzo and Valdeorras regions.
Yes, a day trip from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras is feasible. The journey takes 38m and the distance is 35 km. Trains run 3 times per day.
To fully experience O Barco de Valdeorras, two to three days should suffice. This allows time to explore its scenic landscapes, visit local wineries, and enjoy regional cuisine.
Yes, you can take the train from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ponferrada and O Barco de Valdeorras
Most Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras trains use the Ponferrada to O Barco De Valdeorras station pair. Use this guide to compare Ponferrada and O Barco de Valdeorras train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Ponferrada
Arrival train stations in O Barco de Valdeorras
Which Ponferrada station do trains to O Barco de Valdeorras leave from?
Trains from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras leave from Ponferrada. The station is 1 km from Ponferrada city centre at Estación de Ponferrada, Avenida de la Libertad, 24400 Ponferrada, León, Spain.
PonferradaEstación de Ponferrada, Avenida de la Libertad, 24400 Ponferrada, León, Spain+34 987 410 000
City-centre transport
Getting to Ponferrada from Ponferrada city centre
BusSeveral lines available
TaxiAvailable outside the station
Ponferrada train station facilities and services
Ponferrada has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant La Perla, Restaurante Mencía
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ponferrada. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Ponferrada. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ponferrada: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ponferrada: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ponferrada: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include AC Hotel Ponferrada, Hotel Temple Ponferrada, Hotel Aroi Ponferrada.
Which O Barco de Valdeorras station do trains from Ponferrada arrive at?
Trains from Ponferrada to O Barco de Valdeorras arrive at O Barco De Valdeorras. O Barco De Valdeorras is from O Barco de Valdeorras city centre.
O Barco De ValdeorrasAv. de Portugal, 119, 24400 Ponferrada, León, Spain
O Barco De Valdeorras train station facilities and services
O Barco De Valdeorras has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at O Barco De Valdeorras.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at O Barco De Valdeorras.
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