The cheapest and fastest buses from León to Santiago de Compostela
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from León to Santiago de Compostela is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from León to Santiago de Compostela will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 8 buses that leave León for Santiago de Compostela on Mon, Feb 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 23 the direct buses cover the 245 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Mon, Feb 23 the slowest buses will take 6 h 15 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 Santiago de Compostela
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from León to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, and a bus costs an average of €33.
Distance: 245 km
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€35 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest |
5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
León to Santiago de Compostela bus times
The table below shows live departures for León to Santiago de Compostela buses for today, Sunday, February 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 12:00 PM Leon, Bus Station | 6h30 | 6:30 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 3:45 PM Leon, Bus Station | 6h15 | 10:00 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 5:00 PM Leon, Bus Station | 6h50 | 11:50 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 7h00 | 1:30 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:30 PM Leon, Bus Station | 6h00 | 1:30 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer |
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Compare prices and tickets León to Santiago de Compostela by bus or train
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Why should you book León to Santiago de Compostela buses with Omio?
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 León to Santiago de Compostela.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- 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 León to Santiago de Compostela.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from León to Santiago de Compostela.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from León to Santiago de Compostela
Buses from León to Santiago de Compostela run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €25 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:45, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 245 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 245 km |
Average bus duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
First bus 05:45 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra from León to Santiago de CompostelaYou can travel by bus between León to Santiago de Compostela with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from León to Santiago de Compostela
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from León to Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela, 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
Popular bus stations from León to Santiago de Compostela
- 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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