The cheapest and fastest buses from León to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€65
Average price
€87
Fastest journey
8 h 9 m
Average duration
8 h 15 m
Buses per day
32
Distance
652 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from León to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from León to Barcelona will cost around €87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €65.
Of the 32 buses that leave León for Barcelona on Thu, Feb 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 26 the direct buses cover the 652 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 9 m .
On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest buses will take 8 h 39 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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Compare bus, train, and flight for León to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from León to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €50, and a flight costs an average of €95.
Distance: 652 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€64 Average price Cheapest | €65 Average price | €190 Average price |
10h 23m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
León to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for León to Barcelona buses for today, Wednesday, February 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 7:50 PM Leon, Bus Station | 10h35 | 6:25 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:15 PM Leon, Bus Station | 10h30 | 7:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ 06261 | 11:15 PM Leon, Bus Station | 9h10 | 8:25 AM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:15 PM Leon, Bus Station | 14h40 | 1:55 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06071 | 11:15 PM Leon, Bus Station | 10h09 | 9:24 AM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06261 | 11:15 PM Leon, Bus Station | 9h10 | 8:25 AM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
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Normal+ 06081 | 1:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 9h09 | 10:24 AM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06081 | 1:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 9h09 | 10:24 AM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06081 | 1:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 9h09 | 10:24 AM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06111 | 4:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 9h09 | 1:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 13h50 | 6:20 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06121 | 4:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 10h09 | 2:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06111 | 4:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 9h09 | 1:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06151 | 7:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 10h39 | 5:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06021 | 7:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 9h51 | 5:06 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06021 | 7:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 9h51 | 5:06 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy+ 06151 | 9:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 8h39 | 5:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy+ 06151 | 9:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 8h39 | 5:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy+ 06151 | 9:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 8h39 | 5:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06161 | 10:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 8h09 | 6:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06201 | 10:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 12h09 | 10:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06161 | 10:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 8h09 | 6:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal+ 06201 | 11:45 AM Leon, Bus Station | 10h54 | 10:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 AM Leon, Bus Station | 10h15 | 10:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06201 | 1:15 PM Leon, Bus Station | 9h24 | 10:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06201 | 2:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 8h09 | 10:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06201 | 2:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 8h09 | 10:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 2:45 PM Leon, Bus Station | 14h45 | 5:30 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from León to Barcelona
Buses from León to Barcelona run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €50 but you can travel from only €20 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 652 km distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 652 km |
Average bus duration 9h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €50 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus from León to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between León to Barcelona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from León to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from León to Barcelona by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from León to Barcelona
- 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
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
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