How to travel from Barcelona to León

Fri, Aug 28
+ Add return
Travel by bus, train, flight with
iryo
Alsa
Iberia
Renfe ALVIA
Air Nostrum
1,000+ more
iryo
Alsa
Iberia
Renfe ALVIA
Air Nostrum
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Barcelona to León

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to León among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €64, and a flight costs an average of €96.

Distance: 405 miles (652 km)

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Bus
Flight

€85

Average price

€70

Average price

Cheapest

€231

Average price

7h 16m

Average total duration

6h 46m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

11h 41m

Average total duration

11h 11m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 27m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.7 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

2.0 - 3.9kg

CO2 emissions

iryo

Most popular train company

Alsa

Most popular bus company

Iberia

Most popular airline

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to León is a bus with an average price of €70.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to León:

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to León costing on average €85.

A bus is €161 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to León costing on average €231.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to León is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 27m.

Other travel options to León take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 46m.

Bus takes on average 11h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona and León including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to León among Omio's users.

Travel options
from Barcelona to León

How to get from Barcelona to León by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Barcelona to León is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • AlsaNormal
    10:00 PM9h20
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    7:20 AMLeon, Bus Station
    641One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal
    10:00 PM9h20
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    7:20 AMLeon, Bus Station
    641One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • IberiaIB2470
    11:50 AM1h30
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    1:20 PMLeón Airport
    1771One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • iryo06012+AlsaNormal
    8:45 AM12h30
    Barcelona Sants
    9:15 PMLeon, Bus Station
    1071One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06012+AlsaNormal
    8:45 AM13h30
    Barcelona Sants
    10:15 PMLeon, Bus Station
    1071One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06012+AVE04149
    8:45 AM7h19
    Barcelona Sants
    4:04 PMLeón station
    1311One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    9:00 AM10h05
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    7:05 PMLeon, Bus Station
    641One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal
    8:00 PM10h25
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    6:25 AMLeon, Bus Station
    641One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    11:30 PM12h45
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    12:15 PMLeon, Bus Station
    721One-way
    1 transfer
  • IberiaIB426+AVE04149
    7:00 AM9h04
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    4:04 PMLeón station
    2001One-way
    1 transfer
  • IberiaIB426+Renfe AVLO04121
    7:00 AM6h41
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    1:41 PMLeón station
    2011One-way
    1 transfer
  • IberiaIB426+AVE04151
    7:00 AM10h09
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    5:09 PMLeón station
    2141One-way
    1 transfer

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, buses and flights

Compare bus, train, and flight 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.

Thu
Aug 27
Fri
Aug 28
Sat
Aug 29
Sun
Aug 30
Mon
Aug 31
Tue
Sep 01
Wed
Sep 02
Thu
Sep 03
Fri
Sep 04
Sat
Sep 05
Sun
Sep 06
Mon
Sep 07
Tue
Sep 08
Wed
Sep 09
Thu
Sep 10
Fri
Sep 11
Sat
Sep 12
Sun
Sep 13
Mon
Sep 14
Tue
Sep 15
Wed
Sep 16

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Travel from Barcelona to León

Travel to León easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to León.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and León including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to León is a bus with an average price of €70.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to León:

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to León costing on average €85.

A bus is €161 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to León costing on average €231.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to León is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 27m.

Other travel options to León take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 46m.

Bus takes on average 11h 11m.

The distance from Barcelona to León is approximately 405 miles (652 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to León is:
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and León as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to León:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in León Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive in León station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Leon, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to León, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with iryo, Renfe ALVIA, AVE to go to León by train.
  • Travel with Iberia, Air Nostrum, Vueling, Ryanair to go to León by flight.
  • Travel with Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to León by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to León with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Renfe ALVIA.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Iberia, Air Nostrum.
  • 2 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to León often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Valladolid, Oviedo, Astorga, Bilbao. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between León and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in León to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In León, you can explore the lively Barrio Húmedo, known for its tapas bars and vibrant nightlife. Visit the stunning Catedral de León to admire its Gothic architecture and stained glass windows, and explore the rooftop for panoramic city views. Discover the Basílica de San Isidoro with its remarkable frescoes, and Casa Botines, a modernist building by Antoni Gaudí. Enjoy cultural events at the historic Teatro Emperador or the avant-garde exhibitions at MUSAC. Stroll along the Bernesga River for scenic views, and explore the Museo de León to learn about the region's history. Lastly, the Convento de San Marcos offers a glimpse into history with its Plateresque façade.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in León is generally ideal to explore its historic architecture, vibrant culture, and enjoy its renowned gastronomy.
HomeTravelTravel to SpainTravel to LeónHow to travel from Barcelona to León

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone