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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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 | Train | Barcelona-Sants | León | CheapestFastest | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona to León
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach León. The journey takes about 7 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 182, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Barcelona and León?
Barcelona
- ACarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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Barcelona Airport
- D
Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain - E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain - FC-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
Train Companies
Based on 926 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 182
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to León by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Barcelona to León?
The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to León start from R 1 182. The average price for this train route is around R 1 495. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Barcelona to León?
The average train journey time from Barcelona to León is 7h 49m, covering a distance of 653 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 49m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Barcelona to León route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to León?
The earliest train from Barcelona to León departs at 09:05. And the latest train departs at 09:05.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Barcelona to León was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 126To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Barcelona to León as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 126 to R 2 130 for a train ticket from Barcelona to León based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 126, which is on 2025-12-15.
