The cheapest and fastest buses from León to Ponferrada
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from León to Ponferrada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from León to Ponferrada will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 24 buses that leave León for Ponferrada on Mon, Jan 12, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 12 the direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Mon, Jan 12 the slowest buses will take 1 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from León to Ponferrada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €1.
Distance: 85 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
León to Ponferrada bus times
The table below shows live departures for León to Ponferrada buses for today, Sunday, January 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 6:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 1h50 | 8:20 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 1h50 | 9:20 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, January 12 | |||||
Normal | 5:00 AM Leon, Bus Station | 1h55 | 6:55 AM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:00 AM Leon, Bus Station | 1h47 | 8:47 AM Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:00 AM Leon, Bus Station | 1h50 | 8:50 AM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 2h07 | 10:37 AM Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 2h10 | 10:40 AM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 1h30 | 10:45 AM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 2h07 | 1:37 PM Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 2h10 | 1:40 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:00 PM Leon, Bus Station | 1h40 | 1:40 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:00 PM Leon, Bus Station | 1h37 | 1:37 PM Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 1h50 | 3:20 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:45 PM Leon, Bus Station | 1h57 | 4:42 PM Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:45 PM Leon, Bus Station | 2h00 | 4:45 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:45 PM Leon, Bus Station | 1h45 | 5:30 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 2h07 | 6:37 PM Ponferrada, Avenida de Astorga (Universidad De Ponferrada) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 2h10 | 6:40 PM Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from León to Ponferrada
Buses from León to Ponferrada run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €1 by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 85 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 85 km |
Average bus duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 37m |
First bus 06:00 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from León to PonferradaYou can travel by bus between León to Ponferrada with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €1. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from León to Ponferrada
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from León to Ponferrada by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ponferrada, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leon, Bus Station, which is located around 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ponferrada, Estación de Autobuses, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from León to Ponferrada
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Train: León Station
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