How much does a train ticket cost from León to Madrid?

The cheapest train tickets from León to Madrid start from £21. The average price for this train route is around £47. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from León to Madrid?

The average train journey time from León to Madrid is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 179 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 57m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the León to Madrid route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from León to Madrid?

The earliest train from León to Madrid departs at 07:36. And the latest train departs at 18:53.

Train León to Madrid from £18

Next train departures

Next departures from León to Madrid on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:51	León	2h 9m	20:00	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	09:48	León	1h 57m	11:45	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	09:48	León	1h 57m	11:45	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	09:48	León	1h 57m	11:45	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	09:48	León	1h 57m	11:45	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from León to Madrid on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:51	León	2h 9m	20:00	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	15:13	León	1h 59m	17:12	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from León to Madrid on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	15:13	León	1h 59m	17:12	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from León to Madrid on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:53	León	2h 19m	21:12	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	15:13	León	1h 59m	17:12	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from León to Madrid on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	15:13	León	1h 59m	17:12	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from León to Madrid on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:13	León	1h 59m	17:12	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	15:13	León	1h 59m	17:12	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	07:36	León	2h 1m	09:37	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from León to Madrid on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:42	León	4h 59m	20:41	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	09:48	León	1h 57m	11:45	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	08:14	León	2h 17m	10:31	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	08:14	León	2h 17m	10:31	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	09:48	León	1h 57m	11:45	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from León to Madrid

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33carpool per day

3h 20mAverage duration

179 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£32 - £54	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£21 - £109	Average duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£12 - £38	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in León and Madrid?

León

A
Estacion de Autobuses León
Av Ingeniero Sáenz de Miera, 8 , 24009 León, Spain
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Madrid

A
Madrid-Chamartin
C. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
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B
Madrid-Príncipe Pio
Príncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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C
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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D
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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E
Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5926 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.1

Based on 926 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at £21

RENFE Alvia León Madrid recent customer reviews

It was excellent trip, I will never forget. It was 100% + positive

Arad K.

30 September 2023

ES train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from León to Madrid by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from León to Madrid?
The cheapest train tickets from León to Madrid start from £21. The average price for this train route is around £47. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from León to Madrid?
The average train journey time from León to Madrid is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 179 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 57m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the León to Madrid route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from León to Madrid?
The earliest train from León to Madrid departs at 07:36. And the latest train departs at 18:53.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/12

£71

13/12

£79

Today

£34

15/12

£34

16/12

£28

17/12

£30

18/12

£27

19/12

£34

The cheapest trip from León to Madrid was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of £27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from León to Madrid as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £27 to £125 for a train ticket from León to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £27, which is on 2025-12-18.