
1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
- Cabin luggage
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£35
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£49
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 10 m
Trains on 05 Sept
8
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 8 trains from Madrid to León, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.
18003
18005
05071
04151
04121
05183
05071
04151
04071
04121Omio 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 an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 288 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to León:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to León costing on average £33.
Other travel options to León take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 31m.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to León trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
04151 | Delayed 14:59 Madrid Chamartín | 2h10 | 15:09 15:09León station | 0 changesdirect | |
18003 | Delayed 16:26 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 4h57 | 19:23 19:23León station | 0 changesdirect | |
04161 | Delayed 16:37 Madrid Chamartín | 2h06 | 16:43 16:43León station | 0 changesdirect | |
18005 | Delayed 18:23 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 5h10 | 21:33 21:33León station | 0 changesdirect | |
05183 | 20:30 Madrid Chamartín | 2h00 | 22:30 León station | 0 changesdirect | |
04071 | 7:32 Madrid Chamartín | 2h16 | 9:48 León station | 0 changesdirect | |
05071 | 9:56 Madrid Chamartín | 2h05 | 12:01 León station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Madrid to León run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 288 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 288 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 21:13 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
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Discover the best of León — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect León trip today.
Contemporary art museum known for its colourful glass façade and changing exhibitions. Best for modern culture and current creative trends in León.
Museum inside San Isidoro with sacred art, manuscripts and royal tombs. A rich introduction to León's medieval culture and religion.
Museum devoted to Gaudí's Casa Botines, with restored rooms, art and interpretation of the building's design and history.
León's old quarter is a lively maze of lanes, historic buildings and tapas streets. Ideal for walking, people-watching and evening atmosphere.
Elegant square beside the cathedral with cafés, terraces and heritage buildings. A pleasant base for exploring the historic centre on foot.
Broad, central avenue lined with shops and notable buildings including Casa Botines. Good for a leisurely walk between León's main sights.
Cecina de León is air-dried, lightly smoked beef with a deep savoury flavour. It is one of León’s best-known cured meats and a classic tapa.
Morcilla de León is a local black pudding made mainly with pig’s blood and onions, often spread on bread. It is a staple of Leonese bars and home cooking.
Botillo del Bierzo is a hearty pork dish of stuffed and cured cuts, usually boiled and served with cabbage and potatoes. It is a traditional winter speciality nearby.
Contemporary restaurant offering creative tasting menus rooted in Leonese flavours, with polished service and an intimate setting.
Popular central venue for tapas and castizo dishes, with a busy atmosphere and a strong focus on local ingredients and wines.
Established restaurant serving refined Leonese cooking and regional produce in a smart but relaxed dining room near the old city.
Moderate for Spain: León is usually cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona for hotels, meals and local buses, while tourist-centre prices rise slightly in peak season.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; taxis are usually rounded up, not tipped heavily.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to León by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at León, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to León trains use the Madrid Chamartín to León station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and León train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Madrid Príncipe Pío is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Príncipe Pío has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Casa Mingo, Café de Oriente, Noodles King
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Príncipe Pío, Acta Madfor Hotel, Hotel Exe Moncloa.
León is 1 km from León city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
León has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at León.
ATMs are available at León.
Ticket office support is available at León. Information desks are available at León.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at León: Parking, Taxis.
Available at León: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at León.
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