Bus from Ponferrada to Santander: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Ponferrada to Santander on December 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSABus
    		Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada
    		SANTANDERCheapest
    ALSABus
      		Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada
      		SANTANDERFastest
      ALSABus
        		Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada
        		Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)No tags
        ALSABus
          		Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada
          		Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)No tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:36 AM CET.

          Compare 2 ways to go from Ponferrada to Santander

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Santander. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          5carpool per day
          4h 10mAverage Duration
          154 milesDistance
          10kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average Price$40 - $74Average Duration7h 15m
          6kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average Price$28 - $39Average Duration4h 10m
          10kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ponferrada to Santander by bus

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

          1. How much is the bus ticket from Ponferrada to Santander?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Ponferrada to Santander start from $40. The average price for this route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

            The average bus trip duration from Ponferrada to Santander is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 154 miles (249 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by ALSA.

          3. Which bus companies service the Ponferrada to Santander route?

            Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

          4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ponferrada to Santander?

            The earliest bus departs from Ponferrada to Santander at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ponferrada to Santander?

            A bus trip from Ponferrada to Santander generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

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

          Best price found
          12/26
          $35
          12/27
          No data
          Today
          $44
          12/29
          $44
          12/30
          $44
          12/31
          $44
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Ponferrada to Santander was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $35

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

          You can expect to pay from $35 to $46 for a bus ticket from Ponferrada to Santander based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-12-29.

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