Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€57
Fastest journey
4 h 9 m
Average duration
10 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
338 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ponferrada to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ponferrada to Madrid will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
Of the 5 trains that leave Ponferrada for Madrid on Sat, Jul 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 338 km distance in an average of 10 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 9 m .
On Sat, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 14 h 33 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.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ponferrada to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 337 km
Train | Most popular Bus |
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€51 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg 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.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:52 AM Ponferrada station | 8h49 | 6:41 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
![]() ![]() | Delayed 9:53 AM 9:52 AMPonferrada station | 8h49 | 6:41 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
Saturday, July 12 | |||||
![]() ![]() | 4:08 AM Ponferrada station | 14h33 | 6:41 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:08 AM Ponferrada station | 4h09 | 8:17 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:08 AM Ponferrada station | 14h33 | 6:41 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer |
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Distance 337 km |
Average train duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 06:08 |
Last train 17:32 |
For as little as €30 you can travel by train to Madrid from Ponferrada with Renfe Intercity. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.
Renfe Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Spanish national railway company, Renfe. It operates throughout Spain, connecting major cities and towns with frequent departures throughout the day. The Intercity service offers a variety of train types, including the Alvia and Talgo, all of which offer comfortable seating and modern amenities. Alvia and Talgo offer fast trains but not as fast the high-speed trains like AVE, offering more stops. Passengers can choose from a range of ticket types, including Economy, Business, and First Class. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe Intercity include Madrid to Barcelona, Madrid to Seville, and Barcelona to Valencia.
Train information from Ponferrada to Madrid with Renfe Intercity:
Passengers board the train most frequently from Ponferrada, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Madrid Chamartín, located 4.8 miles (7.8 km) away from the city centre.
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