4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from León to Madrid
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Buses per day
30
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from León to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from León to Madrid will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 30 buses that leave León for Madrid on Thu, Nov 27, 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct buses cover the 288 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 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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Compare bus and train for León to Madrid
Omio 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 bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. 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 bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 288 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€30 Average price Cheapest | €40 Average price |
4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
León to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for León to Madrid buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 1:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 4h45 | 6:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 1:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 4h30 | 5:45 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 1:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 5h15 | 6:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 4h15 | 8:45 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 4h30 | 9:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:30 AM Leon, Bus Station | 5h00 | 9:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 7:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 3h30 | 10:45 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 7:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 3h45 | 11:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 7:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 4h15 | 11:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 9:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 4h30 | 1:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 9:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 3h45 | 1:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 9:15 AM Leon, Bus Station | 3h30 | 12:45 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 11:45 AM Leon, Bus Station | 6h00 | 5:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 1:15 PM Leon, Bus Station | 4h45 | 6:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 3h45 | 6:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 3h30 | 6:00 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 3h45 | 8:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 3h30 | 8:00 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 6:15 PM Leon, Bus Station | 3h40 | 9:55 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 6:15 PM Leon, Bus Station | 3h50 | 10:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 6:15 PM Leon, Bus Station | 4h15 | 10:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 4h30 | 2:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 5h00 | 2:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from León to Madrid
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Buses from León to Madrid run on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 288 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 288 km |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from León to MadridYou can travel by bus between León to Madrid with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from León to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from León to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leon, Bus Station, which is located around 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from León to Madrid
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- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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