Bus Tickets from Santander to Ponferrada

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TodayJun 15
from US$40
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from US$49
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Cheap buses leaving Thursday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: Ponferrada
    Destination location: Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: Ponferrada
    Destination location: Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: Ponferrada
    Destination location: Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada
    Operated by: ALSA Supra + ALSA
    ALSA Supra + ALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: Ponferrada
    Destination location: Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 19 at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: Ponferrada
    Destination location: Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada
    Operated by: ALSA + ALSA Supra
    ALSA + ALSA Supra
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 6:30 PM CEST.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Santander to Ponferrada

Bus
Average PriceUS$47 - US$50Average Duration8h
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$25 - US$35Average Duration3h 50m
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Santander to Ponferrada

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Ponferrada. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1.5carpool per day
3h 50mAverage Duration
US$25Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santander to Ponferrada: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$49
Average Bus Trip Duration8h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure3:00am
Distance248 km
Latest bus departure3:00pm

Santander to Ponferrada Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santander - Ponferrada

  1. How long is the bus ride from Santander to Ponferrada?

    The typical travel time from Santander to Ponferrada by bus is around 8h. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Ponferrada in about 7h 15m.

  2. How far is Santander from Ponferrada?

    It's about 249 km (154 miles) from Santander to Ponferrada.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Santander to Ponferrada?

    Buses departing from Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2 in Santander will take you to Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada in Ponferrada.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Santander to Ponferrada?

    The least expensive way to go from Santander to Ponferrada would be going by bus. Starting at US$47, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Santander to Ponferrada?

    You can expect to pay around US$49 for the bus ride from Santander to Ponferrada.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06-13
US$41
06-14
No data
Today
US$34
06-16
US$43
06-17
US$43
06-18
US$43
06-19
US$44
06-20
US$34
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santander to Ponferrada was searched and found on Jun 15, 2025 with a price of US$34

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

You can expect to pay from US$34 to US$44 for a bus ticket from Santander to Ponferrada based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$34 which is on 2025-06-20.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Santander to Ponferrada.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Santander to Ponferrada.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Santander to Ponferrada.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Santander to Ponferrada.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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