Next available departures

Next departures from León to Ponferrada on 27 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:53	León	1h 49m	21:42	Ponferrada	Cheapest
19:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 20m	20:20	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	Fastest
06:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 55m	07:55	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
07:05	León	1h 55m	09:00	Ponferrada	No tags
08:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 45m	10:00	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
12:30	León	2h 4m	14:34	Ponferrada	No tags
09:30	Estacion de Autobuses León	2h 10m	11:40	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
16:58	León	1h 39m	18:37	Ponferrada	No tags

Next departures from León to Ponferrada on 28 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:30	Estacion de Autobuses León	2h 7m	11:37	Universidad De Ponferrada	Cheapest
19:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 20m	20:20	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	Fastest
06:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 55m	07:55	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
08:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 45m	10:00	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
09:30	Estacion de Autobuses León	2h 10m	11:40	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
10:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 30m	11:45	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
12:30	Estacion de Autobuses León	2h 10m	14:40	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
13:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 40m	14:40	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags

Next departures from León to Ponferrada on 29 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:05	León	1h 55m	09:00	Ponferrada	Cheapest
16:58	León	1h 39m	18:37	Ponferrada	Fastest
08:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 45m	10:00	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
12:30	León	2h 4m	14:34	Ponferrada	No tags
09:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	2h	11:00	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
16:58	León	1h 39m	18:37	Ponferrada	No tags
11:30	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 40m	13:10	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
16:58	León	1h 39m	18:37	Ponferrada	No tags

Next departures from León to Ponferrada on 30 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 57m	10:57	Universidad De Ponferrada	Cheapest
10:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 30m	11:45	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	Fastest
08:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 45m	10:00	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
09:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	2h	11:00	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
13:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	2h 10m	15:10	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
15:30	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 50m	17:20	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
16:45	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 45m	18:30	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
18:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	2h 10m	20:10	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags

Next departures from León to Ponferrada on 31 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:53	León	1h 49m	21:42	Ponferrada	Cheapest
19:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 20m	20:20	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	Fastest
06:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 55m	07:55	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
07:05	León	1h 55m	09:00	Ponferrada	No tags
08:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 45m	10:00	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
12:30	León	2h 4m	14:34	Ponferrada	No tags
09:30	Estacion de Autobuses León	2h 10m	11:40	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
16:58	León	1h 39m	18:37	Ponferrada	No tags

Next departures from León to Ponferrada on 1 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 47m	09:47	Universidad De Ponferrada	Cheapest
19:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 20m	20:20	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	Fastest
06:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 55m	07:55	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
08:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 50m	09:50	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
09:30	Estacion de Autobuses León	2h 10m	11:40	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
10:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 30m	11:45	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
12:30	Estacion de Autobuses León	2h 10m	14:40	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
13:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 40m	14:40	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from León to Ponferrada

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Ponferrada. The journey takes about 1 hour 49 minutes and with fares starting at just R 274, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 49mAverage duration

84 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 312 - R 326	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 274 - R 637	Average duration1h 49m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in León and Ponferrada

Stops in León

A
Estacion de Autobuses León
Av Ingeniero Sáenz de Miera, 8 , 24009 León, Spain
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B
Parada de Autobuses de San Andrés del Rabanedo
Calle Corpus Christi, 194, 24191 San Andrés del Rabanedo, León, Spain
C
Venta de la Tuerta
D
La Virgen del Camino
Carr. de León-Astorga, 63, 24198 La Virgen del Camino, León, Spain
E
San Andrés del Rabanedo
CL-623, 320, 24191 San Andrés del Rabanedo, León, Spain

Stops in Ponferrada

A
Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada
Av. de la Libertad, 222 , 24400 Ponferrada, Spain
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B
Ponferrada estación de autobuses
Av. de la Libertad, 15,, 24400 Ponferrada, León, Spain

Compare companies

ALSA

4.3/563 503 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

According to 41 reviews, ALSA received a 4.5-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the value for money and the timeliness, but some complained about the power outlets. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at R 312

ALSA León Ponferrada recent customer reviews

Very poor communication skills from the driver; made no effort to check if we could understand him ( we didn't get a chance to use phone translator). The journey was straightforward!

Louis O.

11 May 2023

Bus was on time and was clean

Veronica G.

26 August 2024

The driver was excellent!!

Hector T.

1 August 2022

Renfe

4.1/51 065 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.1

Companies in ES:FlixBus, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixTrain, ALSA, Iryo, Rede Expressos, El Expreso de Canfranc, Sindbad, Avanza, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is a ticket from León to Ponferrada?
The cheapest tickets from León to Ponferrada start at R 274. The average price for this route is around R 318. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the journey from León to Ponferrada?
The average trip duration from León to Ponferrada is 1h 49m, covering a distance of 84 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by ALSA.
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.
What are the earliest and latest departure times from León to Ponferrada?
The earliest trip from León to Ponferrada departs at 06:00. The latest trip departs at 20:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from León to Ponferrada?
A trip from León to Ponferrada generates an estimated 2.088975 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 63387 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from León to Ponferrada?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which company has 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.
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

25/08

R 215

26/08

R 216

Today

R 215

28/08

R 215

29/08

R 216

30/08

R 216

31/08

R 215

01/09

R 215

The cheapest trip from León to Ponferrada was searched and found on 27 Aug 2026 with a price of R 215

To save money and make sure 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 R 215 and R 574 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 R 215 which is on 2026-08-28.

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.