Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 926 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at $28
RENFE Alvia León Madrid recent customer reviews
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from León to Madrid by 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 the train ticket from León to Madrid?
The cheapest train tickets from León to Madrid start from $28. The average price for this train route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from León to Madrid?
The average train ride duration from León to Madrid is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 179 miles (288 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 57m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators service the León to Madrid route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from León to Madrid?
The earliest train departs from León to Madrid at 7:36am. And the latest train departs at 6:53pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
12/10
$61
12/11
$78
Today
$93
12/13
$50
12/14
$45
12/15
$44
12/16
$36
12/17
$39
The cheapest trip from León to Madrid was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $36
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from León to Madrid, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $163 for a train ticket from León to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-12-16.
The cheapest trip from León to Madrid was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $36
