Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from Madrid to Ponferrada?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Madrid to Ponferrada: Alsa Assistance Priority boarding Accessible seating. Infobus Assistance Priority seating Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids. Alsa Supra Assistance Priority boarding Accessible restrooms.

Can I cancel my bus ticket from Madrid to Ponferrada?

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Madrid to Ponferrada depends on the bus companies: 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 Supra You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Madrid to Ponferrada?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Madrid to Ponferrada: 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 Supra One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.

Can I book additional luggage for the bus from Madrid to Ponferrada?

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Madrid to Ponferrada: Alsa Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee. Infobus 10€ per additional bag. Alsa Supra Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Can I bring my pet on board the bus from Madrid to Ponferrada?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Madrid to Ponferrada. The following conditions apply: 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. Alsa Supra Small pets allowed in carriers Guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Ponferrada

Showing times and prices for Apr 27

Cheapest price

$28

Average price

$32

Fastest journey

3 h 40 m

Average duration

4 h 4 m

Buses per day

Distance

338 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Ponferrada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Madrid to Ponferrada will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for Ponferrada every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Apr 27 the direct buses cover the 338 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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.

05:00PM3h50

Madrid

08:50PMPonferrada

$281One-way

0 transfers

06:30PM3h40

Madrid

10:10PMPonferrada

$301One-way

0 transfers

03:20AM4h10

Madrid

07:30AMPonferrada

$331One-way

0 transfers

10:30AM4h10

Madrid

02:40PMPonferrada

$341One-way

0 transfers

09:00AM4h30

Madrid

01:30PMPonferrada

$341One-way

0 transfers

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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Ponferrada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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€41 Average price Cheapest	€45 Average price
5h 46m Average duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 42m Average duration Fastest 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest
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Madrid to Ponferrada bus times

Showing buses for today, Saturday, April 26

Last updated at 4:56 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
	7:00 AM Madrid	4h40	11:40 AM Ponferrada	0 transfersDirect
	8:00 AM Madrid	4h20	12:20 PM Ponferrada	0 transfersDirect
	9:30 AM Madrid	4h20	1:50 PM Ponferrada	0 transfersDirect
Sunday, April 27
	1:20 AM Madrid	4h10	5:30 AM Ponferrada	0 transfersDirect
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Overview: Bus from Madrid to Ponferrada

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Buses from Madrid to Ponferrada run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by train.

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Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from $22 (€18)

Distance

209 miles (337 km)

Average bus duration

5h 16m

Cheapest ticket price

$50 (€41)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

4h 15m

First bus

08:15

Last bus

18:00

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Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from $22 (€18)

Bus companies: Alsa, BlaBlaCar and Alsa Supra from Madrid to Ponferrada

Buy your official Alsa, BlaBlaCar and Alsa Supra bus tickets from Madrid to Ponferrada from $58 (€48) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient trip.

Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain. As a subsidiary of the UK bus company National Express, Alsa offers a plethora of regional, national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers per year. Alsa has an impressive fleet of buses with different levels of comfort and amenities on offer. Aside from the Alsa Normal bus with free WiFi, bathrooms, footrests and entertainment on board, the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium buses provide more luxurious services when traveling by road, depending on the specific route. Apart from the Standard ticket, Alsa offers other bus tickets like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes.

Bus information from Madrid to Ponferrada with Alsa:

Average Duration: 4 h 15 min
Cheapest Price: $91
Alsa frequency: 9 a day

Buses from Madrid to Ponferrada

Travellers who want to travel between Madrid and Ponferrada can choose between 10 daily coach departures. The fastest option has a duration of just 4 hours and becomes, of course, a comfortable, reliable and fast alternative to make this journey any day of the year.

What buses go from Madrid to Ponferrada?

All Madrid Ponferrada buses are managed by Alsa, one of the most consolidated companies in the Spanish passenger transport sector. It offers standard buses and Supra, the latter option that increases the level of satisfaction and comfort during the journey, with features such as free wifi, lights, screen with personalized entertainment, good amplitude, bottle of water and bathroom.

How long is the bus from Madrid to Ponferrada?

The distance separating these two Spanish towns is 380 kilometres. The Madrid Ponferrada buses make this route, in each and every case, in between 4 and 5 hours. These are always direct itineraries, with no stops or stopovers of any kind.

How many buses from Madrid to Ponferrada?

They are 10 buses that daily carry out this tour. The schedules are spread throughout the day, although it is in the afternoon when most of them are concentrated: a total of half a dozen. 2 more are first thing in the morning, and the rest in the evening.

Where do buses from Madrid to Ponferrada depart from and arrive at?

This station is located in Avenida Méndez Álvaro, a central area of the capital of Spain that can be reached by metro using the circular line 6, by bus with the 8, 102, 113, 148 and 152, as well as on the Renfe suburban trains C5, C7 and C10. Its users also have parking with 290 spaces, waiting room, box office area, several cafes and shops, slogans and a good level of services.

Ponferrada bus station: with a lot of daily activity, this station is located 1.4 kilometres from the centre, which can be reached by walking in less than 20 minutes. Nearby there is a shopping centre with a supermarket, 600 metres away, as well as recommended hotel establishments and a petrol station. To move around the city, bus line C1 is the alternative.

FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Ponferrada

FAQs: Take the bus from Madrid to Ponferrada with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Ponferrada.

Cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Ponferrada can start from as little as $50 (€41) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Madrid to Ponferrada is $50 (€41); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Madrid to Ponferrada bus time is 4 h 15 min covering the 209 mile (337 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Madrid to Ponferrada leaves at 8: 15AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Madrid to Ponferrada leaves at 6: 00PM.

Yes, there are 4 direct buses a day from Madrid to Ponferrada with Alsa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

For the best Madrid to Ponferrada bus to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Infobus or Alsa Supra. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services to Ponferrada from Madrid to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Ponferrada from Madrid is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Madrid to Ponferrada including taking a bus or train.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Madrid to Ponferrada:

Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Madrid to Ponferrada for bus providers Alsa, Infobus and Alsa Supra.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus companies Alsa, Infobus and Alsa Supra.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Madrid to Ponferrada depends on the bus companies:

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 Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Madrid to Ponferrada.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Madrid to Ponferrada:

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 Supra
- 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 bus ticket from Madrid to Ponferrada:

Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Madrid to Ponferrada. The following conditions apply:

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.
Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from Madrid to Ponferrada with the following bus providers: Alsa, Infobus and Alsa Supra

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Madrid to Ponferrada with the following bus providers: Alsa, Infobus and Alsa Supra.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Madrid to Ponferrada with the following bus providers: Alsa, Infobus and Alsa Supra.

Popular bus stations from Madrid to Ponferrada

Madrid

Ponferrada

The major bus station for departures in Madrid is Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses for your trip from Madrid to Ponferrada.

Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses Wifi