The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to León
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to León is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to León will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 26 buses that leave Madrid for León every day 26 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.
Normal12:153h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses16:00Leon, Bus Station£191One-way0 changes
Normal12:303h30Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)16:00Leon, Bus Station£191One-way0 changes
Normal14:154h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses18:45Leon, Bus Station£211One-way0 changes
Normal17:453h30Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)21:15Leon, Bus Station£251One-way0 changes
Normal17:303h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses21:15Leon, Bus Station£251One-way0 changes
Normal17:453h30Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)21:15Leon, Bus Station£251One-way0 changes
Normal12:303h30Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)16:00Leon, Bus Station£191One-way0 changes
Supra Economy21:453h30Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)1:15Leon, Bus Station£381One-way0 changes
Normal16:153h30Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)19:45Leon, Bus Station£291One-way0 changes
Supra Economy15:153h30Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)18:45Leon, Bus Station£381One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Madrid to León
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to León among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 58m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 288 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m 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.
Live departures
Madrid to León bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to León coaches for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Supra Economy | 9:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h00 | 13:15 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 9:30 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 3h45 | 13:15 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 12:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h45 | 16:00 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 12:30 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 3h30 | 16:00 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h15 | 18:45 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 14:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h30 | 18:45 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 14:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h30 | 18:45 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 14:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h00 | 19:45 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 15:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h45 | 18:45 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 15:15 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 3h30 | 18:45 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h45 | 19:45 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:15 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 3h30 | 19:45 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h30 | 21:15 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h45 | 21:15 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 3h30 | 21:15 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 20:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h30 | 1:15 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 21:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h45 | 1:15 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 21:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h00 | 2:45 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 21:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 3h30 | 1:15 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h15 | 2:45 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h40 | 3:40 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h10 | 3:40 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h41 | 4:40 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Normal | 0:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h10 | 4:40 Leon, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to León.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to León.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to León.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to León
Buses from Madrid to León run on average 28 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £11 by train.
There are 28 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 10m.
Distance 288 km |
Average bus duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to LeónYou can travel by bus between Madrid to León with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to León coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to León 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 León, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and León
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 44, 82, 132, C1, C2 Metro: 3, 6
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Train: León Station
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