How much is the train ticket from León to Barcelona?

The cheapest train tickets from León to Barcelona start from R 1 335. The average price for this train route is around R 1 664. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from León to Barcelona?

The average train journey time from León to Barcelona is 8h 4m, covering a distance of 653 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 4m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the León to Barcelona 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 León to Barcelona?

The earliest train from León to Barcelona departs at 13:35. And the latest train departs at 13:35.

Train León to Barcelona from R 1 113

Next train departures

Next departures from León to Barcelona on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:35	León	8h 4m	21:39	Barcelona-Sants	Cheapest
Train	13:35	León	8h 4m	21:39	Barcelona-Sants	Fastest
Train	13:35	León	8h 4m	21:39	Barcelona-Sants	No tags

Next departures from León to Barcelona on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:35	León	8h 5m	21:40	Barcelona-Sants	Cheapest
Train	13:35	León	8h 5m	21:40	Barcelona-Sants	Fastest
Train	13:35	León	8h 5m	21:40	Barcelona-Sants	No tags

Next departures from León to Barcelona on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	13:35	León	8h 5m	21:40	Barcelona-Sants	Cheapest
	Train	13:35	León	8h 5m	21:40	Barcelona-Sants	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:27 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from León to Barcelona

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 631, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 40mAverage duration

654 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 110 - R 5 895	Average duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 335 - R 2 189	Average duration8h 4m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 631 - R 1 579	Average duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in León and Barcelona?

León

A
Estacion de Autobuses León
Av Ingeniero Sáenz de Miera, 8 , 24009 León, Spain
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Barcelona

A
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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C
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
F
Barcelona Clot-Arago
C-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
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Train Companies

Renfe

4/5926 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.1

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 1 335

ES train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from León to Barcelona 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 León to Barcelona?
The cheapest train tickets from León to Barcelona start from R 1 335. The average price for this train route is around R 1 664. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from León to Barcelona?
The average train journey time from León to Barcelona is 8h 4m, covering a distance of 653 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 4m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the León to Barcelona 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 León to Barcelona?
The earliest train from León to Barcelona departs at 13:35. And the latest train departs at 13:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 1 284

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Today

R 1 611

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14/12

R 1 764

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The cheapest trip from León to Barcelona was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 284

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from León to Barcelona as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 284 to R 2 136 for a train ticket from León to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 764, which is on 2025-12-14.