- Must visit
La Fábrica de Luz. Museo de la Energía
Industrial heritage and science museum in a restored power station, explaining coal, electricity, and the region’s energy history. One of the area’s most distinctive museum visits.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Villablino to Ponferrada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villablino to Ponferrada will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 6 buses that leave Villablino for Ponferrada on Tue, Jul 14, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 14 the direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
On Tue, Jul 14 the slowest buses will take 1 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Villablino to Ponferrada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (52m by bus vs 1h 0m by car) and save roughly $6 (€5) compared to fuel and tolls ($7 (€6) vs $13 (€11)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:36PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:36PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:53PM | Duration 1h23 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
The table below shows live departures for Villablino to Ponferrada buses for today, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 4:30 PM Villablino, Av. la Constitución | 1h23 | 5:53 PM Barcena, CL-631 | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 PM Villablino, Av. la Constitución | 1h30 | 6:00 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 PM Villablino, Av. la Constitución | 1h06 | 5:36 PM Barcena, CL-631 | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 PM Villablino, Av. la Constitución | 1h15 | 5:45 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, July 14 | |||||
Normal | 7:45 AM Villablino, Av. la Constitución | 1h30 | 9:15 AM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:45 AM Villablino, Av. la Constitución | 1h20 | 9:05 AM Barcena, CL-631 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Villablino to Ponferrada run on average 5 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:45, the last at 20:40. The fastest bus covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average bus duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 6m |
First bus 7:45 AM |
Last bus 8:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
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Discover the best of Ponferrada — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ponferrada trip today.
Industrial heritage and science museum in a restored power station, explaining coal, electricity, and the region’s energy history. One of the area’s most distinctive museum visits.
Museum dedicated to the history of radio in Spain, created around broadcaster Luis del Olmo. A compact local museum with vintage receivers, microphones, and broadcasting memorabilia.
City museum in the old prison building covering archaeology, local history, and culture of El Bierzo. A solid introduction to Ponferrada and the wider comarca.
Historic center with medieval streets, traditional facades, and easy access to the castle, basilica, and key museums. The best area for strolling and atmosphere.
Main civic square framed by historic buildings and the town hall. A natural meeting point and one of the most photogenic urban spaces in central Ponferrada.
Lively square beside the basilica and close to the castle, central to the old town’s identity. Good for photos, people-watching, and orienting yourself in the historic core.
The signature dish of El Bierzo: pork rib, tail and other cuts stuffed into a casing, smoked and cured, then cooked and served with cabbage and potatoes.
Roasted red peppers from El Bierzo, prized for their sweetness and protected local status. Often served as a tapa, salad or side dish.
Air-cured beef, deeply savory and traditional in León province. It is commonly served thinly sliced with olive oil as a tapa or starter.
Refined contemporary restaurant in Ponferrada with a strong reputation for modern tasting menus rooted in Bierzo products and flavors.
Popular, established spot for tapas, wine and casual dining, appreciated for local products and a lively central atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant in Ponferrada known for regional Leonese and Bierzo cooking, including hearty local specialties in a classic setting.
Generally affordable by Spanish city standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while upscale dining and hotels cost more in peak Camino season.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change in cafés is enough. Taxis are usually rounded up, and hotel tipping is optional.
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