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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Bus | Estación de Autobuses de Santiago (Santiago de Compostela) | Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Estación de Autobuses de Santiago (Santiago de Compostela) | Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Estación de Autobuses de Santiago (Santiago de Compostela) | Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Ponferrada
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Ponferrada. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 232, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santiago de Compostela and Ponferrada?
Stops in Santiago de Compostela
- A
Estación de Autobuses de Santiago de Compostela
Rua de Clara Campoamor, 15702 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain - B
Parada de Autobus Santiago de Compostela
Praza de Camilo Díaz Baliño, 2, 15704 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain - C
Av. de Lugo
Av. de Lugo, 13, 15702 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain - D
San Lázaro
Av. de Fernando de Casas Novoa, 14, 15707 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain - E
Av. de Rosalía de Castro
Av. de Rosalía de Castro, 116, 15706 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain - F
Rúa San Lázaro
Rúa San Lázaro, 88, 15707 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain
Stops in Ponferrada
- A
Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada
Av. de la Libertad, 222 , 24400 Ponferrada, Spain - B
Ponferrada estación de autobuses
Av. de la Libertad, 15,, 24400 Ponferrada, León, Spain
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Customers appreciate the ease of finding the correct bus, punctuality, and smooth driving. They also highlight features like individual screens and air conditioning. However, some mentioned that accessing checked luggage during the trip was not possible and noted a less-than-friendly attitude from one driver regarding this issue.
ALSA Santiago de Compostela Ponferrada recent customer reviews
Good bus, perfectly punctual, screens on each seat, A/C. The only thing I didn’t like (because I didn’t know and think in advance) - I was unable to take anything from my backpack, which I had checked in. The driver was not too nice about it. Next time I will either bring it on board (it’s actually allowed unless it’s too big/heavy) or take everything I need on board.
Igor P.
Staff was not able to speak English The ticket in the iPhone Wallet format did not show the seat number ( I sat on someoneelses seat )
Per J.
Bus on schedule, comfortable seats, polite driver. Fantastic view.
Fredrik T.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santiago de Compostela to Ponferrada by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Ponferrada?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Ponferrada start at R 535. The average price for this route is around R 542. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Santiago de Compostela to Ponferrada?
The average bus journey time from Santiago de Compostela to Ponferrada is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 163 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 45m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Santiago de Compostela to Ponferrada route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santiago de Compostela to Ponferrada?
The earliest bus departs from Santiago de Compostela to Ponferrada at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santiago de Compostela to Ponferrada?
A bus trip from Santiago de Compostela to Ponferrada produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santiago de Compostela to Ponferrada was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of R 445To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Ponferrada as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 445 to R 644 for a bus ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Ponferrada based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 445, which is on 2026-01-21.
