4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leon to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$178
Average price
$305
Fastest journey
9 h 9 m
Average duration
14 h 36 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
396 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leon to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leon to Barcelona will cost around $305 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $178.
It's difficult to get from Leon to Barcelona without transferring at least 2 times.
8580+
4663+971512:23 PM9h09Gare de Dax9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$1781One-way2 transfers
F51 (866534)+
3740+97139:15 PM17h17Saubusse2:32 PMBarcelona Sants$3681One-way2 transfers- F51 (866534)+3740+97139:10 PM17h22Saint-Geours2:32 PMBarcelona Sants$3691One-way2 transfers
- 8580+4663+971512:23 PM9h09Gare de Dax9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$1781One-way2 transfers
- F51 (866534)+3740+97139:15 PM17h17Saubusse2:32 PMBarcelona Sants$3681One-way2 transfers
- F51 (866534)+3740+97139:10 PM17h22Saint-Geours2:32 PMBarcelona Sants$3691One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Leon to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Leon to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $120.
Distance: 246 miles (396 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$201 Average price | $170 Average price | $71 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 18m Average total duration 9h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 8m Average total duration 14h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leon to Barcelona:
A bus is $99 (€79) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leon to Barcelona costing on average $170 (€136).
A bus is $130 (€103) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leon to Barcelona costing on average $201 (€160).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 48m.
Bus takes on average 14h 38m.
Tickets start at around $201 (€160) compared to roughly $31 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-170.04 (€-135.54). The journey takes 9h 48m versus 6h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Leon to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Leon to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8580+4663+9715 | 12:23 PM Gare de Dax | 9h09 | 9:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leon to Barcelona
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Trains from Leon to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $120 (€96) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 09:26, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (396 km) distance in 9h 7m.
Distance 246 miles (396 km) |
Average train duration 9h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $120 (€96) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 7m |
First train 9:26 AM |
Last train 9:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
FAQs: Trains from Leon to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leon to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leon to Barcelona
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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