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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | Estacion de Autobuses León | Cheapest | |||||
 | Madrid-Chamartin | León | Fastest | |||||
 | Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | Estacion de Autobuses León | No tags | |||||
 | Madrid-Chamartin | León | No tags | |||||
| Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4 | Estacion de Autobuses León | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Madrid to León
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach León. The journey takes about 2 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madrid and León?
Stops in Madrid
- A
Madrid-Príncipe Pio
Príncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain - B
Madrid-Chamartin
C. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain - C
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain - E
Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain - F
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
Stops in León
- A
Estacion de Autobuses León
Av Ingeniero Sáenz de Miera, 8 , 24009 León, Spain - 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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madrid to León 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 Madrid to León?
The cheapest tickets from Madrid to León start from $22. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Madrid to León?
The average trip duration from Madrid to León is 3h 8m, covering a distance of 178 miles (287 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 2h and is operated by Renfe.
Which companies service the Madrid to León route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Madrid to León?
The earliest trip departs from Madrid to León at 12:30am. And the latest trip departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Madrid to León?
A trip from Madrid to León generates an estimated 7.1591499999999995 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best company from Madrid to León?
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 62253 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to León?
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 Madrid to León?
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 Madrid to León?
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.
The cheapest trip from Madrid to León was searched and found on Jun 16, 2026 with a price of $26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Madrid to León, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $155 for a bus or train ticket from Madrid to León based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2026-06-16.
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.
