How much is a ticket from León to Madrid?

The cheapest tickets from León to Madrid start from $26. The average price for this route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the ride from León to Madrid?

The average trip duration from León to Madrid is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 179 miles (288 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 1h 57m and is operated by Renfe .

Which companies service the León to Madrid route?

Several major companies operate on this route with 17 trips available per day, including services from ALSA , Renfe .

What is the earliest and latest departure time from León to Madrid?

The earliest trip departs from León to Madrid at 12:15am. And the latest trip departs at 10:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from León to Madrid?

A trip from León to Madrid generates an estimated 7.1897875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best company from León to Madrid?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61661 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from León to Madrid?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which company has the most timely service from León to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which company has the cleanest vehicles from León to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus and Train León to Madrid from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for León to Madrid on April 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:15pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 45m	7:00pm	Estación Sur	Cheapest
3:13pm	León	1h 59m	5:12pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
5:30am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 15m	9:45am	Intercambiador de Moncloa	No tags
10:33am	León	2h 19m	12:52pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
5:30am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 30m	10:00am	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures for León to Madrid on April 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:15pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 45m	7:00pm	Estación Sur	Cheapest
3:13pm	León	1h 59m	5:12pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
12:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 15m	4:30am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
7:36am	León	2h 1m	9:37am	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
12:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 30m	4:45am	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures for León to Madrid on April 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:15pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 45m	7:00pm	Estación Sur	Cheapest
3:13pm	León	1h 59m	5:12pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
12:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 15m	4:30am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
7:36am	León	2h 1m	9:37am	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
12:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 30m	4:45am	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures for León to Madrid on April 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:30am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 15m	9:45am	Intercambiador de Moncloa	Cheapest
3:13pm	León	1h 59m	5:12pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
12:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 15m	4:30am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
7:36am	León	2h 1m	9:37am	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
12:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 30m	4:45am	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures for León to Madrid on April 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:14am	León	2h 17m	10:31am	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
9:48am	León	1h 57m	11:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
12:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 15m	4:30am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
9:48am	León	1h 57m	11:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
12:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 30m	4:45am	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures for León to Madrid on April 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 30m	6:45am	Intercambiador de Moncloa	Cheapest
5:51pm	León	2h 9m	8:00pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
2:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 30m	6:45am	Intercambiador de Moncloa	No tags
8:30am	León	3h 15m	11:45am	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
2:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 45m	7:00am	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures for León to Madrid on April 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:15pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 45m	7:00pm	Estación Sur	Cheapest
3:13pm	León	1h 59m	5:12pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
12:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 15m	4:30am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
7:36am	León	2h 1m	9:37am	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
12:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 30m	4:45am	Estación Sur	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from León to Madrid

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 2 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

2h 16mAverage Duration

177 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $71	Average Duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$26 - $164	Average Duration2h 16m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in León and Madrid?

Stops in León

A
Estacion de Autobuses León
Av Ingeniero Sáenz de Miera, 8 , 24009 León, Spain
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B
Parada de Autobuses de San Andrés del Rabanedo
Calle Corpus Christi, 194, 24191 San Andrés del Rabanedo, León, Spain
C
Venta de la Tuerta
D
La Virgen del Camino
Carr. de León-Astorga, 63, 24198 La Virgen del Camino, León, Spain
E
San Andrés del Rabanedo
CL-623, 320, 24191 San Andrés del Rabanedo, León, Spain

Stops in 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
F
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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Compare companies

ALSA

4.3/561,697 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting that the driver drove well and the bus was comfortable. However, there were some mentions of non-functional screens for movies and video games on one trip, although they worked fine on a previous journey.

ALSA León Madrid recent customer reviews

There was no suspension. The bus shook all the way. My teeth were banging off each other. Lady beside me a native of Leon, Spain kept saying she was shocked each time we bumped along the road . I am disgusted I’ll take Renfe from now on.

Patricia Mary L.

July 17, 2025

Everything ok. Just the screens for movies and video games did not work. They did on our first trip though

Alonso J.

August 16, 2024

From Leon to Madrid T4 both drivers were excellent and they were approachable and help us to find our way.

Roy C.

January 7, 2020

Renfe

4.1/5977 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.0

Companies in ES:FlixBus, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixTrain, ALSA, Iryo, Rede Expressos, Avanza, Sindbad, Itabus

Frequently asked questions about traveling from León to Madrid by bus or train

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

How much is a ticket from León to Madrid?
The cheapest tickets from León to Madrid start from $26. The average price for this route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from León to Madrid?
The average trip duration from León to Madrid is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 179 miles (288 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 1h 57m and is operated by Renfe.
Which companies service the León to Madrid route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 17 trips available per day, including services from ALSA, Renfe.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from León to Madrid?
The earliest trip departs from León to Madrid at 12:15am. And the latest trip departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from León to Madrid?
A trip from León to Madrid generates an estimated 7.1897875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best company from León to Madrid?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61661 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from León to Madrid?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which company has the most timely service from León to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from León to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses and trains

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

Best price found

04/12

$38

04/13

$38

Today

$26

04/15

$31

04/16

$26

04/17

$28

04/18

$22

04/19

$31

The cheapest trip from León to Madrid was searched and found on Apr 18, 2026 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $164 for a bus or train ticket from León to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2026-04-18.

Usually Renfe will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.