The Vuelta a España is a three-week road cycling race that’s part of the UCI World Tour. Marking the race’s 78th edition, the 2023 tour of Spain kicks off in Barcelona on Saturday, August 26.
Stateside cycling fans can stream every stage of La Vuelta on Peacock. But those who prefer traditional TV coverage can watch select simulcasts on CNBC.
Keep reading for a complete look at how to watch La Vuelta on TV and where the 21-day event will take cyclists and spectators.
2023 Vuelta a España schedule
The 2023 Vuelta a España commences with a team time trial in Barcelona on August 26. From there, the race goes through Spain’s flat, hilly, and mountainous terrain before ending on September 17 in Madrid. Two rest days occur along the way on September 4 and 11.
| Stage | Day | Time (ET) | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1: Barcelona to Barcelona | Saturday, August 26 | 12:50 p.m. | Peacock, CNBC |
| 2: Mataró to Barcelona | Sunday, August 27 | 8:50 a.m. | Peacock, CNBC |
| 3: Súria to Arinsal (Andorra) | Monday, August 28 | 8:50 a.m. | Peacock |
| 4: Andorra la Vella (Andorra) to Tarragona | Tuesday, August 29 | 8:50 a.m. | Peacock |
| 5: Morella to Burriana | Wednesday, August 30 | 8:50 a.m. | Peacock |
| 6: La Vall d'Uixó to Observatorio Astrofísico de Javalambre | Thursday, August 31 | 8:50 a.m. | Peacock |
| 7: Utiel to Oliva | Friday, September 1 | 8:50 a.m. | Peacock |
| 8: Dénia to Xorret de Catí | Saturday, September 2 | 8:50 a.m. | Peacock, CNBC |
| 9: Cartagena to Collado de la Cruz de Caravaca | Sunday, September 3 | 8:50 a.m. | Peacock, CNBC |
| 10: Valladolid to Valladolid | Tuesday, September 5 | 8:50 a.m. | Peacock |
| 11: Lerma to La Laguna Negra | Wednesday, September 6 | 8:50 a.m. | Peacock |
| 12: Ólvega to Zaragoza | Thursday, September 7 | 8:50 a.m. | Peacock |
| 13: Formigal to Col du Tourmalet (France) | Friday, September 8 | 7:40 a.m. | Peacock |
| 14: Sauveterre-de-Béarn (France) to Larra-Belagua | Saturday, September 9 | 9 a.m. | Peacock, CNBC |
| 15: Pamplona to Lekunberri | Sunday, September 10 | 8:50 a.m. | Peacock, CNBC |
| 16: Liencres Playa to Bejes | Tuesday, September 12 | 8:40 a.m. | Peacock |
| 17: Ribadesella to Alto de L'Angliru | Wednesday, September 13 | 8:50 a.m. | Peacock |
| 18: Pola de Allande to La Cruz de Linares | Thursday, September 14 | 6:35 a.m. | Peacock |
| 19: La Bañeza to Íscar | Friday, September 15 | 8:50 a.m. | Peacock |
| 20: Manzanares el Real to Guadarrama | Saturday, September 16 | 5:45 a.m. | Peacock, CNBC |
| 21: Hipódromo de la Zarzuela to Madrid | Sunday, September 17 | 11:05 a.m. | Peacock, CNBC |
Data effective as of post date.
2023 La Vuelta Femenina schedule
The inaugural women’s edition of La Vuelta happened in early May 2023. Dutch cyclist Annemiek van Vleuten of Movistar Team won the race. As a result, she became the first person to win the unofficial women’s Grand Tour—consisting of La Vuelta Femenina, Tour de France Femmes, and Giro Donne.
| Stage | Day | Time (ET) | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1: Torrevieja | Monday, May 1 | 6:30 a.m. | Peacock |
| 2: Orihuela to Pilar de la Horadada | Tuesday, May 2 | 9:30 a.m. | Peacock |
| 3: Elche de la Sierra to La Roda | Wednesday, May 3 | 9:30 a.m. | Peacock |
| 4: Cuenca to Guadalajara | Thursday, May 4 | 9:30 a.m. | Peacock |
| 5: La Cabrera to Mirador de Peñas Llanas, Riaza | Friday, May 5 | 8 a.m. | Peacock |
| 6: Castro Urdiales to Laredo | Saturday, May 6 | 8 a.m. | Peacock |
| 7: Pola de Siero to Lagos de Covadonga | Sunday, May 7 | 8 a.m. | Peacock |
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. to show every stage of the 2023 race. You’ll need a reliable internet connection and a compatible streaming device. But Peacock’s plans start at $5.99 a month, so you can sign up for Stage 1 and cancel shortly after Stage 21 to avoid a second payment.
Aside from La Vuelta, Peacock is also home to other cycling events throughout the year—including the Tour de France and the Summer Olympics. You’ll also get exclusive NFL, MLB, and Premier League content, should your love of sports extend beyond cycling.
Pro tip: You’ll need GCN+ 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 | $56.00–$139.00/mo. | ✔ |
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| DIRECTV | Satellite | $64.99–$154.99/mo. | ✔ |
View plans Read DIRECTV review |
| DIRECTV STREAM | Streaming | $64.99–$154.99/mo. | ✔ |
View plans Read DIRECTV STREAM review |
| DISH | Satellite | $79.99–$109.99/mo. | ✔ |
View plans Read DISH review |
| fuboTV | Streaming | $74.99–$94.99/mo. | ✔ |
View plans Read fuboTV review |
| Hulu + Live TV | Streaming | $69.99–$82.99/mo. | ✔ |
View plans Read Hulu + Live TV review |
| Optimum | Cable | $35.00–$115.00/mo. | ✔ |
View plans Read Optimum review |
| Philo | Streaming | $25.00/mo. | — |
View plans Read Philo review |
| Sling TV | Streaming | $40.00–$55.00/mo. | ✔ |
View plans Read Sling TV review |
| Spectrum | Cable | $59.99/mo. | ✔ |
View plans Read Spectrum review |
| Verizon Fios | Cable | $60.00–$119.00/mo. | ✔ |
View plans Read Verizon Fios review |
| Vidgo | Streaming | $69.99–$99.99/mo. | — |
View plans Read Vidgo review |
| Xfinity | Cable | $20.00–$80.00/mo. | ✔ |
View plans Read Xfinity review |
| YouTube TV | Streaming | $72.99/mo. | ✔ |
View plans 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 2023 race. Peacock has no free trial, but you can catch CNBC’s limited coverage through other streaming trials.
fuboTV and DIRECTV STREAM carry CNBC and offer free trials. While the trial periods won’t cover the entire 21-day 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.
How to watch the Vuelta a España FAQ
Where can I watch La Vuelta in the U.S.?
In the U.S., La Vuelta streams exclusively on Peacock. Additional coverage airs on CNBC and appears across other NBC Sports platforms like the NBC Sports app.
Will the Vuelta a España be on USA Network?
No, the Vuelta a España won’t air on USA Network in 2023. Peacock will stream the entire race, with select weekend coverage airing on CNBC.
Is La Vuelta on GCN?
No, La Vuelta doesn’t stream on GCN+ in the U.S. While the cycling-centric service carries the race in other territories, NBC Sports has exclusive U.S. broadcasting rights to La Vuelta through 2030.
Methodology
Our sports experts compiled the men’s and women’s schedules for this year’s Vuelta a España. Using that information, we researched and tested the best ways to watch both races on TV. We determined our viewing recommendations based on race coverage, pricing, and ease of use.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.
