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.
Based on 921 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 £22
RENFE Alvia León Madrid recent customer reviews
It was excellent trip, I will never forget. It was 100% + positive
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 £22. The average price for this train route is around £45. 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 177 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
30/11
£87
01/12
£34
Today
£30
03/12
£27
04/12
£36
05/12
£38
06/12
£30
07/12
£38
The cheapest trip from León to Madrid was searched and found on 3 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 £117 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 2025-12-03.
The cheapest trip from León to Madrid was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £27
