The cheapest and fastest trains from Leon to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$152
Average price
$248
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
11 h
Trains per day
2
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 $248 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $152.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leon for Barcelona on Sat, Nov 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 396 km distance in an average of 11 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 13 h 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.




Travel Information
Compare flight, train, and bus 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 €24. 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 €24, and a train costs an average of €91.
Distance: 246 miles (396 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€160 Average price | €151 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest |
10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m 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* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leon to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Leon to Barcelona trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8580+ 4663+ 9715 | On time 11:29 AM Gare de Dax | 9h00 | 8:29 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, November 8 | |||||
![]() | 6:29 AM Leon | 13h00 | 7:29 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Leon to Barcelona by flight, train, or bus
Compare flight, train, and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Nov 08
Nov 09
Nov 10
Nov 11
Nov 12
Nov 13
Nov 14
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leon to Barcelona
Trains from Leon to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $112 (€91) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 15:20. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (396 km) distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 246 miles (396 km) |
Average train duration 9h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $112 (€91) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 0m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 15:20 |
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
- 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
Most popular train connections from Leon
More options for your journey from Leon to Barcelona
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
