The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to León
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport 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 Barajas Airport to León will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 11 trains that leave Madrid Barajas Airport for León on Thu, Nov 27, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 290 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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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Compare bus for Madrid Barajas Airport to León
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to León among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 180 miles (290 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€35 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Madrid Barajas Airport to León train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to León trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
04179 | Delayed 4:30 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h17 | 6:47 PM 6:47 PMLeón station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18005 | On time 5:23 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 4h43 | 10:06 PM León station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04181 | On time 5:51 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h20 | 8:11 PM León station | 0 transfersDirect | |
05183 | Delayed 7:30 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h00 | 9:30 PM 9:30 PMLeón station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 27 | |||||
04261 | On time 6:04 AM Madrid Chamartín | 2h21 | 8:25 AM León station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04091 | On time 8:15 AM Madrid Chamartín | 2h21 | 10:36 AM León station | 0 transfersDirect | |
05071 | On time 8:56 AM Madrid Chamartín | 2h05 | 11:01 AM León station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04121 | On time 10:23 AM Madrid Chamartín | 2h18 | 12:41 PM León station | 0 transfersDirect | |
05101 | On time 12:03 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h09 | 2:12 PM León station | 0 transfersDirect | |
05721 | On time 1:59 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h08 | 4:07 PM León station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18003 | On time 3:26 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 4h32 | 7:58 PM León station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid Barajas Airport to León
Trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to León run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 16:23. The fastest train covers the 180 miles (290 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 180 miles (290 km) |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 06:04 |
Last train 16:23 |
FAQs: Trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to León
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to León 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 León, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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