4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from León to Ponferrada
Cheapest price
17S$
Average price
18S$
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from León to Ponferrada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from León to Ponferrada will cost around 18S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 17S$.
Of the 15 buses that leave León for Ponferrada every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 47 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.
Normal1:00 PM1h37Leon, Bus Station2:37 PMPonferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada)17 S$1One-way0 changes- Normal12:30 PM2h07Leon, Bus Station2:37 PMPonferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada)17 S$1One-way0 changes
- Normal9:30 AM2h07Leon, Bus Station11:37 AMPonferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada)17 S$1One-way0 changes
- Normal5:30 PM2h07Leon, Bus Station7:37 PMPonferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada)17 S$1One-way0 changes
- Normal3:45 PM1h57Leon, Bus Station5:42 PMPonferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada)17 S$1One-way0 changes
- Normal7:00 PM1h20Leon, Bus Station8:20 PMPonferrada, Estación de Autobuses18 S$1One-way0 changes
- Normal1:00 PM1h37Leon, Bus Station2:37 PMPonferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada)17 S$1One-way0 changes
- Normal1:00 PM1h40Leon, Bus Station2:40 PMPonferrada, Estación de Autobuses18 S$1One-way0 changes
- Normal4:45 PM1h45Leon, Bus Station6:30 PMPonferrada, Estación de Autobuses18 S$1One-way0 changes
- Normal8:00 AM1h47Leon, Bus Station9:47 AMPonferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada)17 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for León to Ponferrada
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from León to Ponferrada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 17S$. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 17S$, and a train costs an average of 18S$.
Distance: 85 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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18S$ Average Price Cheapest | 19S$ Average Price |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
León to Ponferrada bus times
The table below shows live departures for León to Ponferrada coaches for today, Monday, 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:00 PM León | 1h20 | 10:20 PM Ponferrada | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:50 PM León | 1h10 | 12:00 AM Ponferrada | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday, 30 June | |||||
| Normal | 6:00 AM Leon, Bus Station | 1h55 | 7:55 AM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 8:00 AM Leon, Bus Station | 1h50 | 9:50 AM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 8:00 AM Leon, Bus Station | 1h47 | 9:47 AM Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 2h10 | 11:40 AM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 2h07 | 11:37 AM Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 12:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 2h10 | 2:40 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 12:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 2h07 | 2:37 PM Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 1:00 PM Leon, Bus Station | 1h37 | 2:37 PM Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 1:00 PM Leon, Bus Station | 1h40 | 2:40 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 3:45 PM Leon, Bus Station | 2h00 | 5:45 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 3:45 PM Leon, Bus Station | 1h57 | 5:42 PM Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 4:45 PM Leon, Bus Station | 1h45 | 6:30 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 5:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 2h07 | 7:37 PM Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 5:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 2h10 | 7:40 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 7:00 PM Leon, Bus Station | 1h20 | 8:20 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from León to Ponferrada
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Buses from León to Ponferrada run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 17S$ if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 85 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 85 km |
Average bus duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price 17S$ |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from León to PonferradaYou can travel by bus between León to Ponferrada with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as 17S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: León to Ponferrada coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from León to Ponferrada by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ponferrada, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in León and Ponferrada
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Train: León Station
Most popular buses to and from Ponferrada and León
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