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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum houses Velázquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces, making it essential for understanding European painting.
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from León to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from León to Madrid will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 24 buses that leave León for Madrid every day 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 288 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from León to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 288 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price |
3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for León to Madrid coaches for today, Thursday 27 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 7:00 Leon, Bus Station | 4h45 | 11:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 7:00 Leon, Bus Station | 4h15 | 11:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 8:15 Leon, Bus Station | 3h45 | 12:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 8:15 Leon, Bus Station | 4h15 | 12:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 8:15 Leon, Bus Station | 3h30 | 11:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 10:15 Leon, Bus Station | 4h30 | 14:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 10:15 Leon, Bus Station | 3h30 | 13:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 10:15 Leon, Bus Station | 3h45 | 14:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 11:30 Leon, Bus Station | 3h30 | 15:00 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 11:30 Leon, Bus Station | 3h45 | 15:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 15:45 Leon, Bus Station | 7h30 | 23:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal | 17:30 Leon, Bus Station | 3h45 | 21:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:30 Leon, Bus Station | 3h30 | 21:00 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 19:15 Leon, Bus Station | 3h40 | 22:55 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 19:15 Leon, Bus Station | 4h15 | 23:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 19:15 Leon, Bus Station | 3h50 | 23:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:30 Leon, Bus Station | 5h00 | 3:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:30 Leon, Bus Station | 4h30 | 3:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 August | |||||
Normal | 0:15 Leon, Bus Station | 4h15 | 4:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 0:15 Leon, Bus Station | 4h30 | 4:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 2:15 Leon, Bus Station | 5h15 | 7:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 2:15 Leon, Bus Station | 4h45 | 7:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 2:15 Leon, Bus Station | 4h30 | 6:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 5:30 Leon, Bus Station | 4h30 | 10:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 5:30 Leon, Bus Station | 4h15 | 9:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 5:30 Leon, Bus Station | 5h00 | 10:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from León to Madrid run on average 27 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 25 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 288 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 288 km |
Average bus duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from León to Madrid by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most León to Madrid buses use the Leon, Estación de Autobuses to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare León and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Leon, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from León city centre. Public transport options include:
Leon, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Leon, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Leon, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leon, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) is 2 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa).
Available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Elevators, ramps.
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