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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from León to Ponferrada
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€10
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€13
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 48 m
Trains on Sep 18
7
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 7 trains from León to Ponferrada, including 7 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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.
041797:54 PM1h54León station9:48 PMPonferrada station€101One-way0 transfers
371797:54 PM1h54León station9:48 PMPonferrada station€111One-way0 transfers- 377224:58 PM1h39León station6:37 PMPonferrada station€121One-way0 transfers
126035:58 PM2h02León station8:00 PMPonferrada station€121One-way0 transfers- 126137:05 AM1h55León station9:00 AMPonferrada station€121One-way0 transfers
006224:58 PM1h39León station6:37 PMPonferrada station€251One-way0 transfers- 377224:58 PM1h39León station6:37 PMPonferrada station€121One-way0 transfers
- 041797:54 PM1h54León station9:48 PMPonferrada station€101One-way0 transfers
- 371797:54 PM1h54León station9:48 PMPonferrada station€111One-way0 transfers
- 126137:05 AM1h55León station9:00 AMPonferrada station€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for León to Ponferrada
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from León to Ponferrada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, while a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 85 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€12 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from León to Ponferrada:
A bus is €0.25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from León to Ponferrada costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Ponferrada take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 47m.
Live departures
León to Ponferrada train times
The table below shows live departures for León to Ponferrada trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12601 | On time 12:30 PM León station | 2h04 | 2:34 PM Ponferrada station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 00622 | Delayed 3:14 PM 4:58 PMLeón station | 1h39 | 4:49 PM 4:49 PMPonferrada station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 37722 | 4:58 PM León station | 1h39 | 6:37 PM Ponferrada station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 04179 | On time 7:54 PM León station | 1h54 | 9:48 PM Ponferrada station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 37179 | 7:54 PM León station | 1h54 | 9:48 PM Ponferrada station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12613 | 7:05 AM León station | 1h55 | 9:00 AM Ponferrada station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from León to Ponferrada
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Trains from León to Ponferrada run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 20:34. The fastest train covers the 85 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 85 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 8:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Renfe, Renfe MD, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY from León to Ponferrada trainsRenfe, Renfe MD, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY trains will get you between León and Ponferrada from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from León to Ponferrada
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from León 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from León to Ponferrada
Most León to Ponferrada trains use the León to Ponferrada station pair. Use this guide to compare León and Ponferrada train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which León station do trains to Ponferrada leave from?
Getting to León from León city centre
León is 1 km from León city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
León train station facilities and services
León has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at León.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at León.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at León. Information desks are available at León.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at León: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at León: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at León.
Which Ponferrada station do trains from León arrive at?
Getting to Ponferrada from Ponferrada city centre
Ponferrada train station facilities and services
Ponferrada has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant La Perla, Restaurante Mencía
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ponferrada. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Ponferrada. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ponferrada: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ponferrada: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ponferrada: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include AC Hotel Ponferrada, Hotel Temple Ponferrada, Hotel Aroi Ponferrada.
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