Bus and Train from León to Ponferrada: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from León to Ponferrada on 1 July
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RENFE Media Distancia
León
PonferradaCheapest
ALSA
Estacion de Autobuses León
Estación de Autobuses de PonferradaFastest
ALSA
Estacion de Autobuses León
Estación de Autobuses de PonferradaNo tags
RENFE Regional Express
León
PonferradaNo tags
ALSA
Estacion de Autobuses León
Estación de Autobuses de PonferradaNo tags
RENFE Regional Express
León
PonferradaNo tags
ALSA
Estacion de Autobuses León
Estación de Autobuses de PonferradaNo tags
RENFE Alvia
León
PonferradaNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from León to Ponferrada

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Ponferrada. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 175, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
1h 50mAverage duration
52 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceMAD 175 - MAD 183Average duration1h 50m
2kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceMAD 169 - MAD 395Average duration1h 49m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from León to Ponferrada by bus or train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a ticket from León to Ponferrada cost?

    The cheapest tickets from León to Ponferrada start from MAD 169. The average price for this route is around MAD 180. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the journey from León to Ponferrada?

    The average trip duration from León to Ponferrada is 1h 49m, covering a distance of 52 miles. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by ALSA.

  3. Which companies operate the León to Ponferrada route?

    Several major companies operate on this route with 9 trips available per day, including services from ALSA, Renfe.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times from León to Ponferrada?

    The earliest service departs from León for Ponferrada at 06:00. And the latest service departs at 20:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from León to Ponferrada?

    A journey from León to Ponferrada produces an estimated 2.0889875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly way to travel and a mode of transport recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best company from León to Ponferrada?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 62369 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from León to Ponferrada?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

  8. Which company offers the most punctual service from León to Ponferrada?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which company has the cleanest vehicles from León to Ponferrada?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
28/06
MAD 124
29/06
MAD 127
Today
MAD 127
01/07
MAD 127
02/07
MAD 128
03/07
MAD 128
04/07
MAD 127
05/07
MAD 124
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from León to Ponferrada was searched and found on 28 Jun 2026 with a price of MAD 124

To save money and ensure you get the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from León to Ponferrada, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between MAD 124 and MAD 383 for a bus or train ticket from León to Ponferrada based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at MAD 124 on 2026-07-05.

Usually Renfe will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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