Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bilbao Intermodal Bus Station | Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Bilbao Intermodal Bus Station | Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 12:17 AM CEST.
Get from Bilbao to Ponferrada
The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Bilbao and Ponferrada
Stops in Bilbao
- A
Estación Autobuses
Calle Gurtubay, 1 - 48013 Bilbao - B
Zorroza, Abaro Estrata
Abaro Estrata, 2, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain - C
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain - D
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain - E
Hotel Carlton
Federico Moyúa Plaza 11, 48009 Bilbo, Bizkaia Spain - F
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia, 48003 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
Stops in Ponferrada
- A
Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada
Av. de la Libertad, 222 , 24400 Ponferrada, Spain - B
Ponferrada estación de autobuses
Av. de la Libertad, 15,, 24400 Ponferrada, León, Spain
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Based on 64055 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at $86
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bilbao to Ponferrada by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bilbao to Ponferrada?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bilbao to Ponferrada start from $86. The average price for this route is around $88. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bilbao to Ponferrada?
The average bus travel time from Bilbao to Ponferrada is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 308 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Bilbao to Ponferrada route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bilbao to Ponferrada?
The earliest bus departs from Bilbao to Ponferrada at 2:15am. And the latest bus departs at 3:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bilbao to Ponferrada?
A bus trip from Bilbao to Ponferrada generates an estimated 7.690675000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bilbao to Ponferrada was searched and found on Oct 17, 2026 with a price of $76To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bilbao to Ponferrada, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $76 to $88 for a bus ticket from Bilbao to Ponferrada based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2026-10-18.
