Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach León. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
According to 329 reviews, ALSA received a 4.4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at £33
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 :(
1 out of 5 stars
Carina G.
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.
5 out of 5 stars
Alan B.
I cannot use the WiFi on board. I don't know why. Perhaps I cannot read the relevant notice posted high on a window.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Madrid to León
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Madrid to León?
The cheapest coach tickets from Madrid to León start from £33. The average price for this route is around £33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Madrid to León?
The average bus journey time from Madrid to León is 4h, covering a distance of 181 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 30m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Madrid to León route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madrid to León?
The earliest bus departs from Madrid to León at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madrid to León?
A bus journey from Madrid to León produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
29/11
£29
30/11
£29
Today
£26
02/12
£20
03/12
£20
04/12
£21
05/12
£24
06/12
£29
The cheapest trip from Madrid to León was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £20
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to León as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £20 to £49 for a bus ticket from Madrid to León based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2025-12-03.
The cheapest trip from Madrid to León was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £20
