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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Ponferrada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £34, while a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 697 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£34 Average Price Cheapest | £150 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 30m Average total duration Fastest 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Alicante to Ponferrada, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The journey is about 17m faster (7h 0m by train vs 7h 17m by car) and roughly £117 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£34 vs £150). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Ponferrada from Alicante by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Alicante to Ponferrada is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Ponferrada are León, Astorga, Villafranca del Bierzo, Bembibre and Lugo. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Ponferrada on Omio.
León is known for its Gothic cathedral, Camino de Santiago heritage and atmospheric old quarter. Roman origins, lively tapas bars and Gaudí’s Casa Botines give the city a character that feels both historic and social.
Astorga is known for Roman history, chocolate and its long link to the Camino de Santiago. The city blends a compact old quarter with the Gaudí-designed Palacio Episcopal and a calm Castilian character.
Villafranca del Bierzo is a historic Camino de Santiago town in El Bierzo, known for its churches, noble buildings and vineyards. Its old streets and green setting give it a calm character with a noticeable Galician influence.
Bembibre is a small town in León’s El Bierzo region, known for its mining heritage and local festivals. It feels practical and traditional, with historic churches, town squares and nearby vineyard and mountain landscapes.
Lugo is best known for its complete Roman walls, which still ring the old town. Inside them, a calm Galician centre mixes Roman heritage, churches and traditional food culture.
Travel to Ponferrada easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Alicante to Ponferrada.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alicante and Ponferrada as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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