Bilbao to Ponferrada train with Renfe ALVIA

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bilbao to Ponferrada

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 14

Cheapest price on Sep 14

€96

Average ticket price on Sep 14

€96

Fastest journey on Sep 14

14 h 55 m

Average journey duration on Sep 14

14 h 55 m

Trains on Sep 14

1

Distance

309 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bilbao to Ponferrada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bilbao to Ponferrada will cost around €96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €96.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Bilbao to Ponferrada without transferring at least once.

  • Renfe ALVIA04186+Renfe INTERCITY04179
    6:53 AM14h55
    Bilbao-Abando
    9:48 PMPonferrada station
    €961One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bilbao to Ponferrada

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Ponferrada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €44, while a bus costs an average of €47.

Distance: 309 km

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Driving

€44

Average price

Cheapest

€47

Average price

€73

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 47m

Average total duration

6h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 11m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Renfe ALVIA

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Alsa

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Ponferrada is a train with an average price of €44.

This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Ponferrada:

A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bilbao to Ponferrada costing on average €47.

The fastest way to travel from Bilbao to Ponferrada is by train with an average journey time of 6h 8m.

Other travel options to Ponferrada take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bilbao and Ponferrada including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Bilbao to Ponferrada train times

The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Ponferrada trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Renfe ALVIA04186+Renfe INTERCITY041796:53 AM Bilbao-Abando
14h55
9:48 PM Ponferrada station1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bilbao to Ponferrada

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Trains from Bilbao to Ponferrada run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €44 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 12:15. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 6h 39m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
309 km
Average train duration
6h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
€44
Trains per day
1
Fastest train
6h 39m
First train
6:08 AM
Last train
12:15 PM
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Bilbao to Ponferrada trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Bilbao and Ponferrada from €44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Renfe ALVIA

About
Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class
Seat reservation
Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Renfe Viajeros

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe Viajeros Duration
6h 39m
Cheapest Renfe Viajeros Price
€44
Renfe Viajeros frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Bilbao to Ponferrada

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Ponferrada by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ponferrada, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bilbao to Ponferrada can start from as little as €44 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bilbao to Ponferrada is €44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Bilbao to Ponferrada is 6h 39m to travel the 309 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Bilbao to Ponferrada leaves at 6:08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Bilbao to Ponferrada leaves at 12:15 PM.
There are 1 trains a day from Bilbao to Ponferrada which require at least one change with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Bilbao to Ponferrada, you can count on Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros for the best way to get you to Ponferrada. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bilbao and Ponferrada and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Ponferrada from Bilbao is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 39m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bilbao and Ponferrada including taking a train and bus.

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