Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 03:32 CEST.
Get from Santander to Ponferrada
The journey takes about 7 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just NZ$71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Santander and Ponferrada
Stops in Santander
- A
Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2
Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2, 39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - C
Av. de los Castros 43A
Av. de los Castros 43A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - D
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz, 52, 39011 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - E
Av. de Pontejos
Av. de Pontejos, 33A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - F
Estación Marítima
39002 Santander, Cantabria, 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 63384 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 NZ$71
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Santander to Ponferrada
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Santander to Ponferrada?
The cheapest coach tickets from Santander to Ponferrada start from NZ$71. The average price for this route is around NZ$89. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Santander to Ponferrada?
The average bus journey time from Santander to Ponferrada is 7h 55m, covering a distance of 249 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Santander to Ponferrada route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santander to Ponferrada?
The earliest bus departs from Santander to Ponferrada at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 16:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santander to Ponferrada?
A bus journey from Santander to Ponferrada produces an estimated 6.2082250000000005 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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 Santander to Ponferrada was searched and found on 16 Aug 2026 with a price of NZ$61To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santander to Ponferrada as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from NZ$61 to NZ$79 for a bus ticket from Santander to Ponferrada based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NZ$76, which is on 2026-08-20.
