Coach Madrid to Ponferrada from £1

Which bus from Madrid to Ponferrada is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Madrid to Ponferrada. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like ALSA. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today

£32

tomorrow

£39

Tuesday

£35

Wednesday

£35

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
ALSA	5h 10m	08:00	Madrid	Mendez Alvaro Train Station	13:10	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Economy	£32	A Bus from ALSA goes from Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) at 14/12/2025 08:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 14/12/2025 13:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
ALSA	5h 0m	10:15	Madrid	Mendez Alvaro Train Station	15:15	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Economy	£32	A Bus from ALSA goes from Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) at 14/12/2025 10:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 14/12/2025 15:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
ALSA	5h 15m	17:45	Madrid	Mendez Alvaro Train Station	23:00	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Economy	£32	A Bus from ALSA goes from Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) at 14/12/2025 17:45:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 14/12/2025 23:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
ALSA	4h 55m	08:15	Madrid	Intercambiador de Moncloa	13:10	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Economy	£32	A Bus from ALSA goes from Intercambiador de Moncloa, Madrid (Spain) at 14/12/2025 08:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 14/12/2025 13:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
ALSA	4h 45m	10:30	Madrid	Intercambiador de Moncloa	15:15	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Economy	£32	A Bus from ALSA goes from Intercambiador de Moncloa, Madrid (Spain) at 14/12/2025 10:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 14/12/2025 15:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
ALSA	4h 45m	00:30	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	05:15	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Economy	£39	A Bus from ALSA goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 15/12/2025 00:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 15/12/2025 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
ALSA	5h 10m	08:00	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	13:10	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Economy	£39	A Bus from ALSA goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 15/12/2025 08:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 15/12/2025 13:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
ALSA	5h 0m	10:15	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	15:15	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Economy	£39	A Bus from ALSA goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 15/12/2025 10:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 15/12/2025 15:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
ALSA	5h 15m	17:45	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	23:00	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Economy	£39	A Bus from ALSA goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 15/12/2025 17:45:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 15/12/2025 23:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
ALSA	4h 20m	14:15	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	18:35	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Economy	£63	A Bus from ALSA goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 15/12/2025 14:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 15/12/2025 18:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £63 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
ALSA	4h 45m	00:30	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	05:15	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Basic	£35	A Bus from ALSA goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 16/12/2025 00:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 16/12/2025 05:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
ALSA	5h 10m	08:00	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	13:10	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Basic	£35	A Bus from ALSA goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 16/12/2025 08:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 16/12/2025 13:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
ALSA	5h 0m	10:15	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	15:15	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Basic	£35	A Bus from ALSA goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 16/12/2025 10:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 16/12/2025 15:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
ALSA	5h 15m	17:45	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	23:00	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Basic	£35	A Bus from ALSA goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 16/12/2025 17:45:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 16/12/2025 23:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
ALSA	4h 55m	08:15	Madrid	Intercambiador de Moncloa	13:10	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Basic	£35	A Bus from ALSA goes from Intercambiador de Moncloa, Madrid (Spain) at 16/12/2025 08:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 16/12/2025 13:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Ponferrada via Valladolid, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  5h 45m
  
  0
  
  14:15
  
  Madrid
  Mendez Alvaro Train Station
  
  16:45
  
  Valladolid
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £10
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) at 17/12/2025 14:15:00 to Coach Station, Valladolid (Spain) arriving at 17/12/2025 16:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
- Busbud
  
  3h 0m
  
  0
  
  17:00
  
  Valladolid
  Coach Station
  
  20:00
  
  Ponferrada
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £19
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Coach Station, Valladolid (Spain) at 17/12/2025 17:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 17/12/2025 20:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
ALSA	4h 45m	00:30	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	05:15	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Basic	£35	A Bus from ALSA goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 17/12/2025 00:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 17/12/2025 05:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
ALSA	5h 10m	08:00	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	13:10	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Basic	£35	A Bus from ALSA goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 17/12/2025 08:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 17/12/2025 13:10:00. 50 Basic ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
ALSA	5h 0m	10:15	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	15:15	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Basic	£35	A Bus from ALSA goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 17/12/2025 10:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 17/12/2025 15:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
ALSA	5h 15m	17:45	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	23:00	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Basic	£35	A Bus from ALSA goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 17/12/2025 17:45:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 17/12/2025 23:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
ALSA	4h 20m	14:15	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	18:35	Ponferrada	Central Bus Station	Basic	£46	A Bus from ALSA goes from Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) at 17/12/2025 14:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 17/12/2025 18:35:00. 50 Basic ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Ponferrada via Valladolid, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  5h 45m
  
  0
  
  14:15
  
  Madrid
  Mendez Alvaro Train Station
  
  16:45
  
  Valladolid
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £10
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Mendez Alvaro Train Station, Madrid (Spain) at 17/12/2025 14:15:00 to Coach Station, Valladolid (Spain) arriving at 17/12/2025 16:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
- Busbud
  
  3h 0m
  
  0
  
  17:00
  
  Valladolid
  Coach Station
  
  20:00
  
  Ponferrada
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £19
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Coach Station, Valladolid (Spain) at 17/12/2025 17:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Ponferrada (Spain) arriving at 17/12/2025 20:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save £5

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Madrid to Ponferrada is £1 on 12/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Madrid and Ponferrada?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Madrid to Ponferrada. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily coaches from Madrid to Ponferrada. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Madrid and Ponferrada.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 16 coaches from Madrid to Ponferrada, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Madrid and Ponferrada, with 3 offers.

All facts for Madrid to Ponferrada bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like ALSA that travel daily 9 times by bus from Madrid to Ponferrada in one click. Book your Madrid to Ponferrada bus ticket starting from £1!

Cheapest Bus	£1
Fastest Bus	4h 15m
Earliest Coach	08:00
Latest Coach	17:45
Daily Bus Connections	9 Ø
Distance	338.2 km
Coach Companies	ALSA

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Madrid to Ponferrada?

Every day, 9 buses from 1 coach companies leave Madrid for Ponferrada. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 14/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 08/12

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

Thursday 11/12

Friday 12/12

Saturday 13/12

Sunday 14/12

£35

Monday 15/12

£39

Tuesday 16/12

£35

Wednesday 17/12

£35

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

£39

Tuesday 23/12

£32

Wednesday 24/12

£32

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

Monday 29/12

Tuesday 30/12

Wednesday 31/12

Thursday 01/01

Friday 02/01

£39

Saturday 03/01

Sunday 04/01

The cheapest time to travel from Madrid to Ponferrada

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Madrid to Ponferrada, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £32, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Madrid to Ponferrada. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £39.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Madrid to Ponferrada, with £32. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £32.

How to save money travelling from Madrid to Ponferrada

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Madrid to Ponferrada in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Madrid to Ponferrada, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Madrid to Ponferrada are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Madrid and Ponferrada

Here is a map with all coach stations in Madrid and Ponferrada. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Avenida de América Coach Station

Avenida de América 13

Coach Stop

Calle de Tiziano 40

Intercambiador de Moncloa

Calle de la Princesa 89n

Plaza de Castilla

Sur Bus Station

Calle de Méndez Álvaro 83

Central Bus Station

Av. de la lealtad 224

Universidad

Av. Astorga, 15,

Fuentesnuevas

Carr. Madrid C 334

Columbrianos

Av. de Asturias 285

La Martina

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Madrid to Ponferrada? Compare all modes of transports from Madrid to Ponferrada.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Madrid to Ponferrada

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Madrid to Ponferrada. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Madrid to Ponferrada bus

How much does a Madrid Ponferrada coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Madrid Ponferrada bus trip is available from £1 and takes 5h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Madrid to Ponferrada?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £1 to £63. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Ponferrada.

How many connections are available for the Madrid Ponferrada route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Madrid to Ponferrada is offered by roughly 9 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Ponferrada from Madrid take?

The quickest coach from Madrid to Ponferrada is provided by ALSA and takes 4h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £43. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Madrid to Ponferrada?

The earliest bus to Ponferrada departs from Madrid at 08:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Madrid to Ponferrada?

The latest bus to Ponferrada departs from Madrid at 17:45. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Madrid Ponferrada route?

Passengers looking to travel from Madrid to Ponferrada can travel with ALSA. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Ponferrada?

You can check all the direct connections between Madrid and Ponferrada by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: ALSA.

What can I take with me on the bus to Ponferrada from Madrid?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Madrid Ponferrada bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Madrid Ponferrada bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Madrid to Ponferrada on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Madrid to Ponferrada?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 9 daily trips between Madrid and Ponferrada. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Madrid to Ponferrada?

Prices and availability for 9 trips between Madrid and Ponferrada change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Madrid to Ponferrada

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Madrid and to Ponferrada

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Madrid and to Ponferrada. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!