Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada | Fastest | ||||
ALSA Supra + ALSA | Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Estación de Autobuses de Ponferrada | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 7:19 PM CEST.
Get from Santander to Ponferrada
The journey takes about 7 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Santander and Ponferrada
Stops in Santander
- A
Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2
Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2, 39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - C
Av. de los Castros 43A
Av. de los Castros 43A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - D
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz, 52, 39011 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - E
Av. de Pontejos
Av. de Pontejos, 33A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - F
Estación Marítima
39002 Santander, Cantabria, 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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Based on 63327 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at PLN 155
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santander to Ponferrada by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Santander to Ponferrada?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santander to Ponferrada start from PLN 155. The average price for this route is around PLN 195. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Santander to Ponferrada?
The average bus trip duration from Santander to Ponferrada is 7h 55m, covering a distance of 154 miles (249 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Santander to Ponferrada route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santander to Ponferrada?
The earliest bus departs from Santander to Ponferrada at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santander to Ponferrada?
A bus trip from Santander to Ponferrada generates an estimated 6.2082250000000005 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.
The cheapest trip from Santander to Ponferrada was searched and found on Aug 16, 2026 with a price of PLN 133To 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 PLN 133 to PLN 173 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 PLN 133 which is on 2026-08-16.
