Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from Madrid to León?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Madrid to León: Alsa Assistance Priority boarding Accessible seating. Alsa Supra Assistance Priority boarding Accessible restrooms.

What are the best sights in León?

Some of the most interesting sights to explore in León are: Catedral de León, a stunning Gothic cathedral known for its impressive stained glass windows and intricate architecture Basílica de San Isidoro, a Romanesque church housing the Royal Pantheon with remarkable frescoes Casa Botines, a modernist building designed by Antoni Gaudí, now serving as a museum Convento de San Marcos, a historic monastery with a Plateresque façade, now a luxury hotel and museum Museo de León, a museum showcasing the region's history from prehistoric times to the present.

What are the best things to do in León?

The best things to do in León include: Barrio Húmedo, a lively area filled with tapas bars and vibrant nightlife, perfect for experiencing local cuisine and culture Explore the León Cathedral's rooftop for panoramic views of the city Attend a performance at the Teatro Emperador, a historic theater offering a variety of cultural events Visit the MUSAC, the Museum of Contemporary Art of Castilla y León, known for its avant-garde exhibitions Stroll along the Bernesga River, enjoying the scenic views and tranquil atmosphere.

Can I cancel my bus ticket from Madrid to León?

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Madrid to León depends on the bus companies: Alsa You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee. Alsa Supra You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Madrid to León?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Madrid to León: Alsa One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg. Alsa Supra One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.

Can I book additional luggage for the bus from Madrid to León?

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Madrid to León: Alsa Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee. Alsa Supra Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Can I bring my pet on board the bus from Madrid to León?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Madrid to León. The following conditions apply: Alsa Small pets allowed in carriers Larger pets must travel in the hold. Alsa Supra Small pets allowed in carriers Guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to León

Showing times and prices for Mar 28

Cheapest price

$22

Average price

$35

Fastest journey

3 h

Average duration

3 h 20 m

Buses per day

Distance

288 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to León is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Madrid to León will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.

Fast buses

Of the 28 buses that leave Madrid for León every day 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Mar 28 the direct buses cover the 288 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .

The slowest buses will take 3 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Cheapest

10:30PM4h15

Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses

02:45AMLeón

$221One-way

0 transfers

12:20PM4h40

Madrid

05:00PMLeón

$261One-way

0 transfers

08:30PM3h10

Madrid

11:40PMLeón

$261One-way

0 transfers

04:30PM3h50

Madrid

08:20PMLeón

$281One-way

0 transfers

05:30PM3h30

Madrid

09:00PMLeón

$281One-way

0 transfers

Madrid to León bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday, March 28

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	12:30AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	4h10	04:40AM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	06:15AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	4h30	10:45AM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	08:15AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	4h00	12:15PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	08:30AM Madrid	3h45	12:15PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Supra Supra Economy Alsa SupraSupra Economy	09:15AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	4h00	01:15PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Supra Supra Economy Alsa SupraSupra Economy	09:30AM Madrid	3h45	01:15PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	10:30AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	4h00	02:30PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	10:45AM Madrid	3h45	02:30PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	12:15PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	3h45	04:00PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	12:30PM Madrid	3h30	04:00PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	01:30PM Madrid	5h15	06:45PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	02:15PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	4h30	06:45PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	04:30PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	3h45	08:15PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	04:45PM Madrid	4h30	09:15PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	05:30PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	3h45	09:15PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	06:30PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	3h45	10:15PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	06:45PM Madrid	3h30	10:15PM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Supra Supra Economy Alsa SupraSupra Economy	08:45PM Madrid	4h30	01:15AM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Supra Supra Economy Alsa SupraSupra Economy	09:30PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	3h45	01:15AM León	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Supra Supra Economy Alsa SupraSupra Economy	09:45PM Madrid	3h30	01:15AM León	0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Madrid to León

Buses from Madrid to León run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€13) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

178 miles (288 km)

Average bus duration

4h 36m

Cheapest ticket price

$15 (€13)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

3h 30m

First bus

07:15

Last bus

22:59

Price information

Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra and Infobus from Madrid to León

For as little as $17 (€15) you can travel by bus to León from Madrid with Alsa, Alsa Supra and Infobus. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain. As a subsidiary of the UK bus company National Express, Alsa offers a plethora of regional, national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers per year. Alsa has an impressive fleet of buses with different levels of comfort and amenities on offer. Aside from the Alsa Normal bus with free WiFi, bathrooms, footrests and entertainment on board, the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium buses provide more luxurious services when traveling by road, depending on the specific route. Apart from the Standard ticket, Alsa offers other bus tickets like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes.

Alsa from Madrid to León bus information:

Average Duration: 3 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: $17

Buses Madrid to Leon

Travellers can take a bus from Madrid to Leon throughout the day. You should allow at least 3:00 hours for the journey. All journeys end in Leon at the central bus station.

Which bus companies travel from Madrid to Leon?

Between the Spanish capital Madrid and Leon there are comfortable vehicles of the buses company ALSA Transportes.

How long does the bus ride from Madrid to Leon take?

ALSA serves the relation Madrid - Leon with direct journeys. To get from Madrid to Leon by bus it takes between 3:30 and 5:15 hours.

How often can you travel by bus from Madrid to Leon?

In most hours of the day there are bus connections from Madrid to Leon. From 6:15 a.m. until the close of business there are usually less than 1:00 a.m. between departures. At 11:30 p.m. and 0:30 a.m. there are also night bus services from Madrid to Leon available.

Bus stations on the line Madrid - Leon?

At which bus station does the bus depart from in Madrid? The departure stations are the South Bus Station, the Moncloa metro station and the bus stop at Terminal 4 of Barajas Airport.

At which bus station does the bus arrive in Leon? After their journey from Madrid, all buses arrive at the bus station Estación de Autobuses de León in the Avenida Ingeniero Sáenz de Miera. It is only a few minutes' walk from the main train station.

FAQs: Bus from Madrid to León

FAQs: Take the bus from Madrid to León with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to León.

Cheap bus tickets from Madrid to León can start from as little as $15 (€13) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Madrid to León is $33 (€29); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Madrid to León bus time is 3 h 30 min covering the 179 mile (288 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Madrid to León leaves at 12: 15AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Madrid to León leaves at 11: 45PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Madrid to León without having to change trains with Alsa or Alsa Supra. There are 28 direct buses from Madrid to León each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best Madrid to León bus to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Alsa or Alsa Supra. However, it's always good to check all possible bus companies with services to León from Madrid to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Leon, Bus Station, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to León from Madrid is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Madrid to León is September.

You have options as you can travel from Madrid to León 2 different ways: bus or train.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Madrid to León:

Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Madrid to León for bus providers Alsa and Alsa Supra.

Some of the most interesting sights to explore in León are:

Catedral de León, a stunning Gothic cathedral known for its impressive stained glass windows and intricate architecture
Basílica de San Isidoro, a Romanesque church housing the Royal Pantheon with remarkable frescoes
Casa Botines, a modernist building designed by Antoni Gaudí, now serving as a museum
Convento de San Marcos, a historic monastery with a Plateresque façade, now a luxury hotel and museum
Museo de León, a museum showcasing the region's history from prehistoric times to the present.

The best things to do in León include:

Barrio Húmedo, a lively area filled with tapas bars and vibrant nightlife, perfect for experiencing local cuisine and culture
Explore the León Cathedral's rooftop for panoramic views of the city
Attend a performance at the Teatro Emperador, a historic theater offering a variety of cultural events
Visit the MUSAC, the Museum of Contemporary Art of Castilla y León, known for its avant-garde exhibitions
Stroll along the Bernesga River, enjoying the scenic views and tranquil atmosphere.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus providers Alsa and Alsa Supra.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Madrid to León depends on the bus companies:

Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Madrid to León, follow these tips:

Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Madrid to León.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Madrid to León:

Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Madrid to León:

Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Madrid to León. The following conditions apply:

Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from Madrid to León with the following bus companies: Alsa and Alsa Supra

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Madrid to León with the following bus providers: Alsa and Alsa Supra.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Madrid to León with the following bus providers: Alsa and Alsa Supra.

Popular bus stations from Madrid to León

Madrid

León

The major bus station for departures in Madrid is Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) for your trip from Madrid to León.

Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) Wifi