Next available departures

Next departures for León to Ponferrada on August 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:53pm	León	1h 49m	9:42pm	Ponferrada	Cheapest
7:00pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 20m	8:20pm	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	Fastest
6:00am	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 55m	7:55am	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
4:58pm	León	1h 39m	6:37pm	Ponferrada	No tags
8:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	1h 45m	10:00am	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
4:58pm	León	1h 39m	6:37pm	Ponferrada	No tags
9:30am	Estacion de Autobuses León	2h 10m	11:40am	Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada	No tags
4:58pm	León	1h 39m	6:37pm	Ponferrada	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from León to Ponferrada

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Ponferrada. The journey takes about 1 hour 49 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 57,473, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 49mAverage Duration

52 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCOP 59,760 - COP 63,916	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCOP 57,473 - COP 141,266	Average Duration1h 49m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in León and Ponferrada

Stops in León

A
Estacion de Autobuses León
Av Ingeniero Sáenz de Miera, 8 , 24009 León, Spain
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B
Parada de Autobuses de San Andrés del Rabanedo
Calle Corpus Christi, 194, 24191 San Andrés del Rabanedo, León, Spain
C
Venta de la Tuerta
D
La Virgen del Camino
Carr. de León-Astorga, 63, 24198 La Virgen del Camino, León, Spain
E
San Andrés del Rabanedo
CL-623, 320, 24191 San Andrés del Rabanedo, León, Spain

Stops in Ponferrada

A
Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada
Av. de la Libertad, 222 , 24400 Ponferrada, Spain
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B
Ponferrada estación de autobuses
Av. de la Libertad, 15,, 24400 Ponferrada, León, Spain

Compare companies

ALSA

4.3/563,288 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

According to 41 reviews, ALSA received a 4.5-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the value for money and the timeliness, but some complained about the power outlets. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at COP 59,760

ALSA León Ponferrada recent customer reviews

Very poor communication skills from the driver; made no effort to check if we could understand him ( we didn't get a chance to use phone translator). The journey was straightforward!

Louis O.

May 11, 2023

Bus was on time and was clean

Veronica G.

August 26, 2024

The driver was excellent!!

Hector T.

August 1, 2022

Renfe

4.1/51,055 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.1

Companies in ES:FlixBus, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixTrain, ALSA, Iryo, Rede Expressos, El Expreso de Canfranc, Avanza, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa

Frequently asked questions about traveling from León to Ponferrada by bus or train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is a ticket from León to Ponferrada?
The cheapest tickets from León to Ponferrada start from COP 57,473. The average price for this route is around COP 61,065. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from León to Ponferrada?
The average trip duration from León to Ponferrada is 1h 49m, covering a distance of 52 miles (84 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by ALSA.
Which companies service the León to Ponferrada route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 9 trips available per day, including services from ALSA, Renfe.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from León to Ponferrada?
The earliest trip departs from León to Ponferrada at 6:00am. And the latest trip departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from León to Ponferrada?
A trip from León to Ponferrada generates an estimated 2.0890750000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best company from León to Ponferrada?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 63224 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from León to Ponferrada?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which company has the most timely service from León to Ponferrada?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from León to Ponferrada?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses and trains

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

Best price found

08/08

COP 42,010

08/09

COP 41,977

Today

COP 42,010

08/11

COP 42,010

08/12

COP 41,977

08/13

COP 42,010

08/14

COP 42,010

08/15

COP 41,977

The cheapest trip from León to Ponferrada was searched and found on Aug 9, 2026 with a price of COP 41,977

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

You can expect to pay from COP 41,977 to COP 106,570 for a bus or train ticket from León to Ponferrada based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 41,977 which is on 2026-08-12.

Usually Renfe will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.