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 €30 - €50 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 51m 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 Estación de autobuses de Santander 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 57m.

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 57m and costs €55 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m 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 57m and costs €55 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 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 51m 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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There are 4 ways to get from Ponferrada to Santander by train (Renfe), train, bus, or car

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Ponferrada to Palenciatrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Palencia to Santandertrain Alv / ...
5h 57m
€56–83
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, bus
1. Take the train from Ponferrada to Leontrain Alv / ...
2. Take the bus from Leon to Estación de autobuses de Santanderbus ALSA - Le-Oso-Std
6h 14m
€38–57
Drive 355.6 km
1. Drive from Ponferrada to Santandercar 355.6 km
3h 51m
€58–84

Ponferrada to Santander by train (Renfe)

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5h 57mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 450.8 km
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a train from Ponferrada to Santander via Palencia in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ponferrada to Estación de autobuses de Santander via Leon in around 6h 45m.

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