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 €14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 943 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at €24
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to León 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 Madrid to León?
The cheapest train tickets from Madrid to León start from €24. The average price for this train route is around €46. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Madrid to León?
The average train journey time from Madrid to León is 2h 16m, covering a distance of 285 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Madrid to León route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Madrid to León?
The earliest train from Madrid to León departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 20:30.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
24/01
€43
25/01
€106
Today
€38
27/01
€31
28/01
€28
29/01
€28
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€28
31/01
€34
The cheapest trip from Madrid to León was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of €28
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Madrid to León as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €28 to €141 for a train ticket from Madrid to León based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €28, which is on 2026-01-29.
The cheapest trip from Madrid to León was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of €28