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

The cheapest way to get from Ponferrada to Cantabria is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ponferrada to Cantabria is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Ponferrada and Cantabria?

No, there is no direct bus from Ponferrada to Cantabria. However, there are services departing from Ponferrada and arriving at Santander via Oviedo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Ponferrada and Cantabria?

No, there is no direct train from Ponferrada to Cantabria. However, there are services departing from Ponferrada and arriving at Santander via Palencia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Ponferrada to Cantabria?

The distance between Ponferrada and Cantabria is 397 km. The road distance is 355.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ponferrada to Cantabria without a car is to bus via Oviedo which takes 5h 39m and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Ponferrada to Cantabria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ponferrada to Cantabria bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ponferrada to Cantabria train from?

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

Train or bus from Ponferrada to Cantabria?

The best way to get from Ponferrada to Cantabria is to bus via Oviedo which takes 5h 39m and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €95 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Ponferrada to Cantabria bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ponferrada to Cantabria train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ponferrada to Cantabria?

Yes, the driving distance between Ponferrada to Cantabria is 356 km. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Ponferrada to Cantabria.

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

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Ponferrada to Cantabria - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ponferrada to Cantabria by bus, train (Renfe), or car

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Bus via Oviedo
best
1. Take the bus from Ponferrada to Oviedobus Alsa
2. Take the bus from Oviedo to Santanderbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 39m
€34–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ponferrada to Leonbus ALSA - Vill-Leon / ...
2. Take the bus from Leon to Estación de autobuses de Santanderbus ALSA - Le-Oso-Std
6h 45m
€33–50
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Ponferrada to Palenciatrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Palencia to Santandertrain Alv / ...
5h 59m
€57–91
Drive 355.6 km
1. Drive from Ponferrada to Santandercar 355.6 km
3h 51m
€56–81

Ponferrada to Cantabria by bus

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5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 397.4 km
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Ponferrada to Santander via Oviedo in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ponferrada to Santander via Palencia in around 5h 59m.

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