How much does a train ticket cost from León to Ponferrada?

The cheapest train tickets from León to Ponferrada start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £15. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from León to Ponferrada?

The average train journey time from León to Ponferrada is 1h 49m, covering a distance of 52 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 34m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the León to Ponferrada route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from León to Ponferrada?

The earliest train from León to Ponferrada departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 19:53.

Train León to Ponferrada from £11

Next train departures

Next departures from León to Ponferrada on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:53	León	1h 49m	21:42	Ponferrada	Cheapest
Train	16:59	León	1h 38m	18:37	Ponferrada	Fastest
Train	07:05	León	1h 55m	09:00	Ponferrada	No tags
Train	12:30	León	2h 4m	14:34	Ponferrada	No tags
Train	16:59	León	1h 38m	18:37	Ponferrada	No tags

Next departures from León to Ponferrada on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:05	León	1h 55m	09:00	Ponferrada	Cheapest
Train	16:59	León	1h 38m	18:37	Ponferrada	Fastest
Train	12:30	León	2h 4m	14:34	Ponferrada	No tags
Train	16:59	León	1h 38m	18:37	Ponferrada	No tags
Train	16:59	León	1h 38m	18:37	Ponferrada	No tags

Next departures from León to Ponferrada on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:53	León	1h 49m	21:42	Ponferrada	Cheapest
Train	16:59	León	1h 38m	18:37	Ponferrada	Fastest
Train	07:05	León	1h 55m	09:00	Ponferrada	No tags
Train	12:30	León	2h 4m	14:34	Ponferrada	No tags
Train	16:59	León	1h 38m	18:37	Ponferrada	No tags

Next departures from León to Ponferrada on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:53	León	1h 49m	21:42	Ponferrada	Cheapest
Train	16:59	León	1h 38m	18:37	Ponferrada	Fastest
Train	07:05	León	1h 55m	09:00	Ponferrada	No tags
Train	12:30	León	2h 4m	14:34	Ponferrada	No tags
Train	16:59	León	1h 38m	18:37	Ponferrada	No tags

Next departures from León to Ponferrada on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:53	León	1h 49m	21:42	Ponferrada	Cheapest
Train	16:59	León	1h 38m	18:37	Ponferrada	Fastest
Train	07:05	León	1h 55m	09:00	Ponferrada	No tags
Train	12:30	León	2h 4m	14:34	Ponferrada	No tags
Train	16:59	León	1h 38m	18:37	Ponferrada	No tags

Next departures from León to Ponferrada on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:53	León	1h 49m	21:42	Ponferrada	Cheapest
Train	16:59	León	1h 38m	18:37	Ponferrada	Fastest
Train	07:05	León	1h 55m	09:00	Ponferrada	No tags
Train	12:30	León	2h 4m	14:34	Ponferrada	No tags
Train	16:59	León	1h 38m	18:37	Ponferrada	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from León to Ponferrada

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Ponferrada. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day

1h 20mAverage duration

53 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £15	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£15 - £33	Average duration1h 49m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £13	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5918 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.1

Based on 918 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at £15

ES train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from León to Ponferrada by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from León to Ponferrada?
The cheapest train tickets from León to Ponferrada start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £15. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from León to Ponferrada?
The average train journey time from León to Ponferrada is 1h 49m, covering a distance of 52 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 34m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the León to Ponferrada route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from León to Ponferrada?
The earliest train from León to Ponferrada departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 19:53.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£12

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£12

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£11

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£11

The cheapest trip from León to Ponferrada was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £11

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

You can expect to pay from £11 to £30 for a train ticket from León to Ponferrada based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-12-01.