Next available departures

Next departures for Madrid to León on September 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:45pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	5h	7:45pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	Cheapest
8:30pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h	10:30pm	León	Fastest
2:15pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 30m	6:45pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
2:59pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 10m	5:09pm	León	No tags
8:45pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 30m	1:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
2:59pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 10m	5:09pm	León	No tags
11:59pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 41m	4:40am	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
2:59pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 10m	5:09pm	León	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to León on September 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:15am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 45m	4:00pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	Cheapest
8:30pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h	10:30pm	León	Fastest
2:15pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 30m	6:45pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
9:15am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	11:36am	León	No tags
8:45pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 30m	1:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
9:15am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	11:36am	León	No tags
9:45pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	5h	2:45am	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
1:53pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 11m	4:04pm	León	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to León on September 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:30am	Estación Sur	4h	2:30pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	Cheapest
8:30pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h	10:30pm	León	Fastest
1:15am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 15m	5:30am	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
7:04am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	9:25am	León	No tags
1:30pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	5h 15m	6:45pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
7:04am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	9:25am	León	No tags
2:15pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 30m	6:45pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
9:15am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	11:36am	León	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to León on September 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:56am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 5m	12:01pm	León	Cheapest
8:30pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h	10:30pm	León	Fastest
1:15am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 15m	5:30am	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
7:04am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	9:25am	León	No tags
1:30pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	5h 15m	6:45pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
7:04am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	9:25am	León	No tags
2:15pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 30m	6:45pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
9:15am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	11:36am	León	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to León on September 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:15am	Estación Sur	4h	12:15pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	Cheapest
8:30pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h	10:30pm	León	Fastest
1:30pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	5h 15m	6:45pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
7:04am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	9:25am	León	No tags
2:15pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 30m	6:45pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
7:04am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	9:25am	León	No tags
4:45pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 30m	9:15pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
9:15am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	11:36am	León	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to León on September 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:15am	Estación Sur	4h 30m	10:45am	Estacion de Autobuses León	Cheapest
8:30pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h	10:30pm	León	Fastest
1:30pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	5h 15m	6:45pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
7:04am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	9:25am	León	No tags
2:15pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 30m	6:45pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
7:04am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	9:25am	León	No tags
4:45pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 30m	9:15pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
9:15am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	11:36am	León	No tags

Next departures for Madrid to León on September 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:56am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 5m	12:01pm	León	Cheapest
8:30pm	Madrid-Chamartin	2h	10:30pm	León	Fastest
2:15pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 30m	6:45pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
7:04am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	9:25am	León	No tags
4:45pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 30m	9:15pm	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
7:04am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	9:25am	León	No tags
8:45pm	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	4h 30m	1:15am	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
9:15am	Madrid-Chamartin	2h 21m	11:36am	León	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Madrid to León

We recommend taking the train

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 TRY 1,074, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

2h 17mAverage Duration

285 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTRY 2,153 - TRY 3,564	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTRY 1,074 - TRY 5,692	Average Duration2h 17m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Madrid and León

Stops in Madrid

A
Madrid-Príncipe Pio
Príncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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B
Madrid-Chamartin
C. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 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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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

Compare companies

ALSA

4.3/563,597 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.5

According to 333 reviews, ALSA received a 4.4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the staff, but some complained about the value for money. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at TRY 2,153

ALSA Madrid León recent customer reviews

the bus had a problem and we needed to wait more than 2h and arrived three hours to late in leon :(

Carina G.

September 15, 2019

Alsa is one of the best travelling experiences i have had . most comfortable , on board entertainment ,fantastic value for money and most efficient . highly recommend the service.

Alan B.

October 9, 2018

I cannot use the WiFi on board. I don't know why. Perhaps I cannot read the relevant notice posted high on a window.

Chak Man L.

September 20, 2018

Renfe

4.1/51,066 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.1

Companies in ES:FlixBus, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixTrain, ALSA, Iryo, Rede Expressos, El Expreso de Canfranc, Sindbad, Avanza, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 at TRY 1,074. The average price for this route is around TRY 2,291. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting 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 287 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 2h and is operated by Renfe.
Which companies service the Madrid to León route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 19 trips available per day, including services from ALSA, Renfe.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Madrid to León?
The earliest trip from Madrid to León departs 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 7.1589624999999995 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 63514 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to León?
Based on Busbud reviews, the company ALSA has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which company has the most on-time service from Madrid to León?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains

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

Best price found

09-03

TRY 1,852

09-04

TRY 1,853

Today

TRY 1,853

09-06

TRY 1,853

09-07

TRY 1,620

09-08

TRY 1,306

09-09

TRY 748

09-10

TRY 749

The cheapest trip from Madrid to León was searched and found on Sep 9, 2026 with a price of TRY 748

To save money and make 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 between TRY 748 and TRY 6,860 for a bus or train ticket from Madrid to León based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at TRY 748 on 2026-09-09.

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.