The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to León
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to León is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to León will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes for León on Wed, Feb 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 290 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 4 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to León
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to León among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 290 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€24 Average price Cheapest | €32 Average price |
4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to León bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to León buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:30 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h00 | 1:30 PM León | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h30 | 3:00 PM León | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h30 | 8:15 PM León | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h45 | 8:15 PM León | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h10 | 3:40 AM León | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h30 | 9:45 AM León | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h00 | 11:15 AM León | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to León by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to León
Buses from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to León run on average 29 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 29 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 290 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 290 km |
Average bus duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 05:15 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to LeónYou can travel by bus between Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to León with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Alsa Supra
Infobus
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to León
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to León 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 León, 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.
- 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.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- 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.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa Supra
- 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.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to León
- 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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