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Museo de los Caminos
Gaudí’s palace museum explores the Camino, sacred art, and the building itself; Astorga’s standout museum experience.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$6
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$10
Fastest journey on Sep 18
39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
41 m
Trains on Sep 18
6
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from León to Astorga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from León to Astorga will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 6 trains from León to Astorga, including 6 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 45 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.
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12613Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from León to Astorga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, while a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$10 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from León to Astorga:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from León to Astorga costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Astorga take longer:
Bus takes on average 53m.
The table below shows live departures for León to Astorga trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12613 | On time 7:05 AM León station | 0h45 | 7:50 AM Astorga station | 0 transfersDirect | |
12601 | On time 12:30 PM León station | 0h51 | 1:21 PM Astorga station | 0 transfersDirect | |
37722 | 4:58 PM León station | 0h40 | 5:38 PM Astorga station | 0 transfersDirect | |
00622 | Delayed 3:02 PM 4:58 PMLeón station | 0h40 | 5:38 PM Astorga station | 0 transfersDirect | |
37179 | 7:54 PM León station | 0h39 | 8:33 PM Astorga station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04179 | Delayed 7:54 PM León station | 0h39 | 6:33 PM 6:33 PMAstorga station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from León to Astorga run on average 5 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 20:34. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 32m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 7:05 AM |
Last train 8:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Astorga — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Astorga trip today.
Gaudí’s palace museum explores the Camino, sacred art, and the building itself; Astorga’s standout museum experience.
Museum inside the cathedral with sculpture, goldsmithing, and liturgical treasures that illuminate centuries of local faith and art.
Excellent local museum on Astorga’s Roman past, featuring mosaics, inscriptions, and finds from ancient Asturica Augusta.
Astorga’s lively main square, framed by the town hall and arcades, ideal for architecture, people-watching, and local atmosphere.
Historic route connecting major monuments, with Roman traces, churches, and noble buildings that summarize the old city well.
Historic approach used by pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago, adding cultural depth and a strong sense of route heritage.
Cocido maragato is Astorga’s signature chickpea stew with pork and meats, served in reverse order. It is the emblematic dish of Maragatería cuisine.
Mantecadas de Astorga are buttery sponge cakes with a protected status. Their rich aroma and paper wrappers make them the city’s best-known traditional sweet.
Hojaldres de Astorga are crisp puff pastries glazed with sugar. They are a classic local pastry linked to the city’s long confectionery tradition.
Refined restaurant known for updated Leonese cuisine and polished service. A strong choice for tasting regional products in an elegant setting.
Traditional dining room celebrated for cocido maragato. A classic stop for hearty local food in a historic Astorga atmosphere.
Well-known local restaurant serving Leonese dishes, grilled meats, and regional specialties. Casual and dependable for a traditional meal.
Astorga is cheaper than major Spanish cities. Rooms, meals, and local transport are generally modest, though summer and Camino demand can raise central prices.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from León to Astorga by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Astorga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most León to Astorga trains use the León to Astorga station pair. Use this guide to compare León and Astorga train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
León is 1 km from León city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
León has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at León.
ATMs are available at León.
Ticket office support is available at León. Information desks are available at León.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at León: Parking, Taxis.
Available at León: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at León.
Astorga has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Astorga.
ATMs are available at Astorga.
Ticket office support is available at Astorga.
Available at Astorga: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Astorga: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Astorga.
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