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

The cheapest way to get from Mérida to Ponferrada is to bus which costs €45 - €65 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mérida to Ponferrada is to drive which takes 5h 8m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Mérida and Ponferrada?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merida and arriving at Ponferrada. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Mérida and Ponferrada?

No, there is no direct train from Mérida to Ponferrada. However, there are services departing from Merida and arriving at Ponferrada via Madrid Chamartín and Leon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from Mérida to Ponferrada?

The distance between Mérida and Ponferrada is 538 km. The road distance is 531.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Mérida to Ponferrada without a car is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs €45 - €65.

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

The bus from Merida to Ponferrada takes 7h 15m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Mérida to Ponferrada bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mérida to Ponferrada train from?

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

Train or bus from Mérida to Ponferrada?

The best way to get from Mérida to Ponferrada is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs €45 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €100 - €200 and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the Mérida to Ponferrada bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mérida to Ponferrada train arrive?

Mérida to Ponferrada train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Mérida to Ponferrada?

Yes, the driving distance between Mérida to Ponferrada is 531 km. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Mérida to Ponferrada.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Ponferrada?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merida to Ponferradabus Alsa
7h 15m
€45–65
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Merida to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Leontrain Ave
3. Take the train from Leon to Ponferradatrain Re / ...
9h 46m
€106–196
Drive 531.4 km
1. Drive from Mérida to Ponferradacar 531.4 km
5h 8m
€84–121

Mérida to Ponferrada by bus

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Distance: 538.4 km
Duration: 7h 15m

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

ALSA operates a bus from Merida to Ponferrada once daily. Tickets cost €45–65 and the journey takes 7h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merida to Ponferrada via Madrid Chamartín and Leon in around 9h 46m.

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