How much is the train ticket from Ponferrada to León?

The cheapest train tickets from Ponferrada to León start from R 313. The average price for this train route is around R 315. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Ponferrada to León?

The average train journey time from Ponferrada to León is 2h 1m, covering a distance of 84 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 38m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Ponferrada to León route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ponferrada to León?

The earliest train from Ponferrada to León departs at 11:52. And the latest train departs at 17:42.

Train Ponferrada to León from R 245

Next train departures

Next departures from Ponferrada to León on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	CheapestFastest
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	No tags
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	No tags
Train	15:29	Ponferrada	2h 1m	17:30	León	No tags
Train	17:42	Ponferrada	2h 6m	19:48	León	No tags

Next departures from Ponferrada to León on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	CheapestFastest
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	No tags
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	No tags
Train	15:29	Ponferrada	2h 1m	17:30	León	No tags
Train	17:42	Ponferrada	2h 6m	19:48	León	No tags

Next departures from Ponferrada to León on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	CheapestFastest
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	No tags
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	No tags
Train	15:29	Ponferrada	2h 1m	17:30	León	No tags
Train	17:42	Ponferrada	2h 6m	19:48	León	No tags

Next departures from Ponferrada to León on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	Cheapest
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	Fastest
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	No tags
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	No tags
Train	15:29	Ponferrada	2h 1m	17:30	León	No tags

Next departures from Ponferrada to León on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	CheapestFastest
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	No tags
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	No tags
Train	15:29	Ponferrada	2h 1m	17:30	León	No tags
Train	16:33	Ponferrada	2h 20m	18:53	León	No tags

Next departures from Ponferrada to León on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	Cheapest
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	Fastest
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	No tags
Train	11:52	Ponferrada	1h 38m	13:30	León	No tags
Train	15:29	Ponferrada	2h 1m	17:30	León	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:03 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Ponferrada to León

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach León. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day

1h 20mAverage duration

85 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 305 - R 316	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 313 - R 695	Average duration2h 1m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 98 - R 279	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5942 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3

Based on 942 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at R 313

ES train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ponferrada to León by 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 the train ticket from Ponferrada to León?
The cheapest train tickets from Ponferrada to León start from R 313. The average price for this train route is around R 315. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ponferrada to León?
The average train journey time from Ponferrada to León is 2h 1m, covering a distance of 84 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 38m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Ponferrada to León route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ponferrada to León?
The earliest train from Ponferrada to León departs at 11:52. And the latest train departs at 17:42.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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R 246

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R 246

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R 247

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R 245

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R 246

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R 247

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The cheapest trip from Ponferrada to León was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 245

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

You can expect to pay from R 245 to R 629 for a train ticket from Ponferrada to León based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 245, which is on 2026-01-27.