The Vuelta a España is one of cycling’s three Grand Tours and a cornerstone of the UCI World Tour calendar. While the women’s edition takes place in spring, the men’s three-week race unfolds in late summer, with both events delivering world-class racing across Spain.
Stateside cycling fans can stream every stage of the men’s and women’s Vuelta on Peacock. But those who prefer traditional TV coverage can watch select simulcasts and replays on CNBC.
Keep reading for a complete look at how to watch La Vuelta on TV in the U.S. I’ve compiled the men’s and women’s TV schedules below so you can follow every stage this year.
2025 La Vuelta Femenina TV schedule
The 2025 edition of La Vuelta Femenina hits the road on May 4, once again spotlighting the top riders in women’s cycling. Dutch star Demi Vollering won last year’s race with Team SD Worx–Protime, but she’ll attempt a title repeat with FDJ–Suez this season.
Unveiled in March, this year’s route starts in Barcelona and winds westward across Spain before finishing in the mountainous region of Asturias. While the race is one day shorter than last year’s edition, the final stage more than makes up for it with a punishing Cotobello conclusion.
| Stage | Day | Time (ET) | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1: Barcelona | Sunday, May 4 | 6:20 a.m. | Peacock |
| 2: Molins de Rei to Sant Boi de Llobregat | Monday, May 5 | 9:35 a.m. | Peacock |
| 3: Barbastro to Huesca | Tuesday, May 6 | 9:35 a.m. | Peacock |
| 4: Pedrola to Borja | Wednesday, May 7 | 9:35 a.m. | Peacock |
| 5: Golmayo to Lagunas de Neila | Thursday, May 8 | 9:35 a.m. | Peacock |
| 6: Becerril de Campos to Baltanás | Friday, May 9 | 6:50 a.m. | Peacock |
| 7: La Robla to Cotobello | Saturday, May 10 | 6:50 a.m. | Peacock |
Data effective as of post date.
2025 Vuelta a España TV schedule
The Vuelta a España celebrates its 80th edition in 2025 with a detour, as Italy will host the opening stages. Things kick off in Turin on Saturday, August 23, commencing a 21-stage ride packed with elite competition and breathtaking European backdrops.
Twenty-three teams will tackle the 3,151-kilometer route, which weaves through flat sprints, brutal climbs, and historic towns. The race runs through September 14, with rest days on September 1 and 8, as detailed in the schedule below.
| Stage | Day | Time (ET) | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1: Turin to Novara (Italy) | Saturday, Aug. 23 | TBA | TBA |
| 2: Alba to Limone Piemonte (Italy) | Sunday, Aug. 24 | TBA | TBA |
| 3: San Maurizio Canavese to Ceres (Italy) | Monday, Aug. 25 | TBA | TBA |
| 4: Susa (Italy) to Voiron (France) | Tuesday, Aug. 26 | TBA | TBA |
| 5: Figueres to Figueres | Wednesday, Aug. 27 | TBA | TBA |
| 6: Olot to Pal (Andorra) | Thursday, Aug. 28 | TBA | TBA |
| 7: Andorra la Vella (Andorra) to Cerler | Friday, Aug. 29 | TBA | TBA |
| 8: Monzón to Zaragoza | Saturday, Aug. 30 | TBA | TBA |
| 9: Alfaro to Valdezcaray | Sunday, Aug. 31 | TBA | TBA |
| 10: Arguedas to El Ferial Larra Belagua | Tuesday, Sept. 2 | TBA | TBA |
| 11: Bilbao to Bilbao | Wednesday, Sept. 3 | TBA | TBA |
| 12: Laredo to Los Corrales de Buelna | Thursday, Sept. 4 | TBA | TBA |
| 13: Cabezón de la Sal to L'Angliru | Friday, Sept. 5 | TBA | TBA |
| 14: Avilés to Alto de La Farrapona | Saturday, Sept. 6 | TBA | TBA |
| 15: Vegadeo to Monforte de Lemos | Sunday, Sept. 7 | TBA | TBA |
| 16: Poio to Mos | Tuesday, Sept. 9 | TBA | TBA |
| 17: O Barco de Valdeorras to Ponferrada | Wednesday, Sept. 10 | TBA | TBA |
| 18: Valladolid to Valladolid | Thursday, Sept. 11 | TBA | TBA |
| 19: Rueda to Guijuelo | Friday, Sept. 12 | TBA | TBA |
| 20: Robledo de Chavela to Bola del Mundo | Saturday, Sept. 13 | TBA | TBA |
| 21: Valdeolmos-Alalpardo to Madrid | Sunday, Sept. 14 | TBA | TBA |
Data effective as of post date.
Best TV plans for watching the Vuelta a España
Peacock is the best way to watch the Vuelta a España because it’s the only service in the U.S. that shows every stage of the men’s and women’s races. You’ll need a reliable internet connection and a compatible streaming device. But Peacock’s plans start at $7.99 a month, and you can cancel at any time.
Aside from La Vuelta, Peacock is also home to other major cycling events, including the Tour de France and the Summer Olympics. You’ll also get exclusive NFL, WWE, and Premier League content, should your love of sports extend beyond cycling.
Heads up! You’ll need a Standard or Premium Max subscription to round out your Grand Tour of Cycling coverage and stream the Giro d’Italia in May.
Which TV providers carry the Vuelta a España?
Most TV providers feature limited Vuelta a España coverage through CNBC. To ensure you have the right service, we illustrated which popular providers carry the business news channel in the table below.
| Provider | Type | Price | CNBC | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | Cable | $71.00–$162.00/mo. | ✔ |
Read Cox review |
| DIRECTV | Satellite | $84.99–$164.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV Read DIRECTV review |
| DIRECTV STREAM | Streaming | $84.99–$164.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV STREAM Read DIRECTV STREAM review |
| DISH | Satellite | $91.99–$121.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for DISH Read DISH review |
| Fubo | Streaming | $14.99–$94.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for FuboTV Read Fubo review |
| Hulu + Live TV | Streaming | $81.99–$95.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Hulu Read Hulu + Live TV review |
| Optimum | Cable | $30.00–$160.00/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Optimum Read Optimum review |
| Philo | Streaming | $28.00/mo. | — |
View Plans for Philo Read Philo review |
| Sling TV | Streaming | $45.99–$60.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Sling TV Read Sling TV review |
| Spectrum | Cable | $40.00–$105.00/mo. | ✔ |
Check Availability Read Spectrum review |
| Verizon Fios | Cable | $95.00–$139.00/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Verizon Read Verizon Fios review |
| Xfinity | Cable | $20.00–$80.00/mo. | ✔ |
Read Xfinity review |
| YouTube TV | Streaming | $82.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for YouTube TV Read YouTube TV review |
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
How to watch the Vuelta a España for free
With La Vuelta primarily streaming on Peacock, there is no free way to watch every stage of the men’s and women’s races. Peacock has no free trial, but you can catch CNBC’s limited coverage through other streaming trials.
Fubo and DIRECTV STREAM carry CNBC and offer free trials. While the trial periods won’t cover the entire 21-day men’s race, you can sign up for one to catch the first two stages on CNBC and the other for the final two stages. It’s better than nothing.
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