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Compare train and bus for Bilbao to Ponferrada
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Ponferrada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of DKK 166 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of DKK 166, while a bus costs an average of DKK 380.
Distance: 192 miles (309 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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DKK 380 Average price | DKK 166 Average price Cheapest | DKK 585 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration Fastest 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare ways to travel from Bilbao to Ponferrada
Compare the available ways to get from Bilbao to Ponferrada, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Ponferrada:
A train is DKK 215 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bilbao to Ponferrada costing on average DKK 380.
Other travel options to Ponferrada take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 48m.
Tickets start at around DKK 380 compared to roughly DKK 585 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about DKK 206. The journey takes 7h 18m versus 4h 11m 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.
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.
Travel optionsfrom Bilbao to Ponferrada
How to get from Bilbao to Ponferrada by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Bilbao to Ponferrada is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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10:00 AM 9h00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses 7:00 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses DKK 364 1 One-way 1 transfer
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10:00 AM 9h00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses 7:00 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses DKK 364 1 One-way 1 transfer
Fastest
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10:00 AM 9h00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses 7:00 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses DKK 364 1 One-way 1 transfer
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9:45 AM 9h15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses 7:00 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses DKK 364 1 One-way 1 transfer - Normal · Normal
2:15 AM 9h30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses 11:45 AM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses DKK 364 1 One-way 1 transfer - Normal · Normal
12:30 PM 9h45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses 10:15 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses DKK 364 1 One-way 1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Ponferrada:
A train is DKK 215 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bilbao to Ponferrada costing on average DKK 380.
Other travel options to Ponferrada take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 48m.
- Around 5 buses per day.
- Around 2 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bilbao and Ponferrada as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Bilbao-Abando and arrive in Ponferrada station.
- Buses mostly depart from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses.
- Travel with Renfe ALVIA to go to Ponferrada by train.
- Travel with Alsa to go to Ponferrada by bus.
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