What is the cheapest way to get from Ponferrada to Santander?

The cheapest way to get from Ponferrada to Santander is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ponferrada to Santander?

The fastest way to get from Ponferrada to Santander is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Ponferrada and Santander?

No, there is no direct bus from Ponferrada to Santander. However, there are services departing from Ponferrada and arriving at Santander E.A. via Leon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Ponferrada and Santander?

No, there is no direct train from Ponferrada to Santander. However, there are services departing from Ponferrada and arriving at Santander via Palencia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Ponferrada to Santander?

The distance between Ponferrada and Santander is 451 km. The road distance is 355.6 km.

How do I travel from Ponferrada to Santander without a car?

The best way to get from Ponferrada to Santander without a car is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs €40 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Ponferrada to Santander?

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Ponferrada to Santander, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ponferrada to Santander bus from?

Ponferrada to Santander bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Ponferrada station.

Where do I catch the Ponferrada to Santander train from?

Ponferrada to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Ponferrada station.

Train or bus from Ponferrada to Santander?

The best way to get from Ponferrada to Santander is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs €40 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Ponferrada to Santander bus arrive?

Ponferrada to Santander bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Leon station.

Where does the Ponferrada to Santander train arrive?

Ponferrada to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Palencia station.

Can I drive from Ponferrada to Santander?

Yes, the driving distance between Ponferrada to Santander is 356 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Ponferrada to Santander.

How do I get a train ticket from Ponferrada to Santander?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Ponferrada to Santander?

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Where can I stay near Santander?

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Ponferrada to Santander - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ponferrada to Santander by train (Renfe), bus, or car

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Ponferrada to PalenciaAlv / ...
2. Take the train from Palencia to SantanderAlv / ...
5h 58m
€42–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ponferrada to LeonALSA - Vill-Leon / ...
2. Take the bus from Leon to Santander E.A.Alsa
6h 45m
€37–56
Drive 355.6 km
1. Drive from Ponferrada to Santander355.6 km
3h 50m
€57–82

Ponferrada to Santander by train (Renfe)

17Weekly Trains

5h 58mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 450.8 km
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Ponferrada, Spain and Santander, Spain?

You can take a train from Ponferrada to Santander via Palencia in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ponferrada to Santander E.A. via Leon in around 6h 45m.

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