Salamanca, Castile and Leon to Ponferrada, Castile and Leon from $10: 4 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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How to Get from Salamanca to Ponferrada: Cheapest, Fastest and Best Way

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$10 RideshareBest price

261 kmDistance

2h 28m Fastest

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Salamanca - Ponferrada operators

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Bus

Contact phone

+34 910 207 007

Website

https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home

Bus from Salamanca to Ponferrada

Average Duration

3h 20m

Estimated price

21-31

Train

Contact phone

+34 91 232 03 20

Website

https://www.renfe.com/es/en

Train from Salamanca to Valladolid

Average Duration

1h 4m

Estimated price

211-212

Train from Valladolid to Ponferrada

Average Duration

2h 54m

Estimated price

213-36

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Website

https://www.blablacar.com

Other from Salamanca to Ponferrada

Average Duration

2h 58m

Estimated price

9.8-15

Salamanca to Ponferrada: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Salamanca and Ponferrada offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

Average price

€42 - €65

Departure Point

Salamanca station

Arrival Point

Ponferrada station

Useful tips for train travellers

• On your train ride from Salamanca to Ponferrada, you will be primarily using Renfe services. In terms of onboard catering, Renfe provides a cafe car where you can purchase snacks, beverages, and light meals. If you're traveling on a higher class, such as Turista Plus (similar to Business Class), you are likely to enjoy complimentary refreshments.

• The route offers mainly two seating options: Turista (Economy Class) and Turista Plus (First Class). In Turista, you can expect standard seating with basic amenities, while Turista Plus features more legroom, wider seats, and sometimes access to complimentary snacks or drinks. Make your reservation early to ensure the best seating choice.

• For this route, Renfe is the main operator. You can find additional information, schedules, and booking options on their website: Renfe Website. Ensure you check the latest train times closer to your travel date, and consider visiting local transport schedules as well.

Departure Point

Salamanca station

Arrival Point

Ponferrada station

Useful tips for bus travellers

• Book your ticket in advance through the ALSA website or app to secure the best price for your journey, as fares between Salamanca and Ponferrada can range from €21 to €32, depending on demand and how early you book. You can find more information at alsa.es

• Plan to arrive at Salamanca Bus Station at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure; this will give you ample time to locate your platform and grab a quick bite or coffee from one of the nearby vendors in the station’s waiting area.

• Upon arrival at Ponferrada Bus Station, look for the information kiosk if you need help navigating; the station is compact but can be busy, and staff can assist you in finding local transport options such as taxis or buses to the city center. For local transit schedules, you can check the ‘Transporte’ section at ponferrada.org