How to travel from Madrid to León

Sun, Aug 30
+ Add return
Travel by bus, train with
AVE
Alsa
Renfe ALVIA
Renfe AVLO
Renfe INTERCITY
1,000+ more
AVE
Alsa
Renfe ALVIA
Renfe AVLO
Renfe INTERCITY
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 and train for Madrid to León

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to León among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, while a train costs an average of $45.

Distance: 178 miles (288 km)

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Bus

$45

Average price

$35

Average price

Cheapest

3h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 58m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

5h 1m

Average total duration

4h 31m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

AVE

Most popular train company

Alsa

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to León is a bus with an average price of $35.

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

A bus is $10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to León costing on average $45.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to León is by train with an average journey time of 3h 28m.

Other travel options to León take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Madrid and León including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to León among Omio's users.

Travel options
from Madrid to León

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • AlsaNormal
    6:45 PM3h30
    Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)
    10:15 PMLeon, Bus Station
    $391One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal
    6:45 PM3h30
    Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)
    10:15 PMLeon, Bus Station
    $391One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • AVE05183
    8:30 PM2h00
    Madrid Chamartín
    10:30 PMLeón station
    $861One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Renfe MD18003
    4:26 PM4h57
    Madrid Príncipe Pío
    9:23 PMLeón station
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • Renfe MD18005
    6:23 PM5h10
    Madrid Príncipe Pío
    11:33 PMLeón station
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • Renfe AVLO04121
    11:23 AM2h18
    Madrid Chamartín
    1:41 PMLeón station
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    4:15 PM3h30
    Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)
    7:45 PMLeon, Bus Station
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    5:45 PM3h30
    Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)
    9:15 PMLeon, Bus Station
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    4:45 PM3h30
    Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)
    8:15 PMLeon, Bus Station
    $391One-way
    0 transfers

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 and train 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.

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
Thu
Sep 17
Fri
Sep 18

How to get from Madrid to León

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Madrid to León, 65,62% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Madrid to León and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

Search on Omio to find cheap tickets from Madrid to León. It’s easy to find the most attractive prices and choose your preferred route for your journey. Book on web or app, and travel with your mobile ticket —without the stress of printing your ticket.

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

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Travel from Madrid 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 Madrid to León.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Madrid and León including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to León is a bus with an average price of $35.

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

A bus is $10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to León costing on average $45.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to León is by train with an average journey time of 3h 28m.

Other travel options to León take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 1m.

The distance from Madrid to León is approximately 178 miles (288 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to León is:
  • Around 28 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to León:
  • Trains mostly depart from Madrid Chamartín and arrive in León station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Leon, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to León, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe MD to go to León by train.
  • Travel with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to León by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to León with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct trains per day with AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe MD.
  • 28 direct buses per day with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to León often also extend their vacation to go to Barcelona, 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 Madrid 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