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Museu Picasso
One of the world’s leading Picasso collections, especially strong on his formative years in Barcelona and early artistic development.
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
10 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h 16 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
735 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ponferrada to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ponferrada to Barcelona will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 8 buses that leave Ponferrada for Barcelona on Thu, Jul 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 23 the direct buses cover the 735 km distance in an average of 12 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 40 m .
On Thu, Jul 23 the slowest buses will take 13 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.
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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ponferrada to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. 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 $30, and a flight costs an average of $58.
Distance: 456 miles (735 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$76 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest | $207 Average price | $142 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 12m Average total duration 9h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ponferrada to Barcelona:
A train is $12 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ponferrada to Barcelona costing on average $76 (€76).
A train is $142 (€142) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ponferrada to Barcelona costing on average $207 (€207).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 42m.
Bus takes on average 10h 49m.
Tickets start at around $76 (€76) compared to roughly $142 (€142) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $66 (€66). The journey takes 10h 49m versus 7h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
The table below shows live departures for Ponferrada to Barcelona buses for tomorrow, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal · Normal | 9:20 AM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 13h40 | 11:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal | 4:30 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 14h35 | 7:05 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:30 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 14h20 | 6:50 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:45 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 13h30 | 6:15 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 5:55 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 13h05 | 7:00 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 7:15 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 11h55 | 7:10 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:15 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 12h10 | 7:25 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:15 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 10h40 | 7:55 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ponferrada to Barcelona run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $72 (€72) but you can travel from only $30 (€30) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 456 miles (735 km) distance in 11h 10m.
Distance 456 miles (735 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€72) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 10m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Estación de Autobuses de Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ponferrada to Barcelona by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ponferrada to Barcelona buses use the Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants station pair, with some services arriving at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. Use this guide to compare Ponferrada and Barcelona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station), Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants.
Available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Elevators, ramps.
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
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