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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to León
Cheapest price on Sep 11
€156
Average ticket price on Sep 11
€197
Fastest journey on Sep 11
6 h 21 m
Average journey duration on Sep 11
6 h 55 m
Trains on Sep 11
20
Distance
652 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to León is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to León will cost around €197 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €156.
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to León without transferring at least once.
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041811:13 PM7h58Barcelona Sants9:11 PMLeón station€1561One-way1 transfer- 06014+
051831:13 PM9h17Barcelona Sants10:30 PMLeón station€1581One-way1 transfer - 06320+
0417912:14 PM7h34Barcelona Sants7:48 PMLeón station€1671One-way1 transfer - 06320+0418112:14 PM8h57Barcelona Sants9:11 PMLeón station€1751One-way1 transfer
- 06320+0518312:14 PM10h16Barcelona Sants10:30 PMLeón station€1771One-way1 transfer
- 06150+041812:50 PM6h21Barcelona Sants9:11 PMLeón station€1861One-way1 transfer
- 06110+0415110:45 AM6h24Barcelona Sants5:09 PMLeón station€1981One-way1 transfer
- 06360+051833:52 PM6h38Barcelona Sants10:30 PMLeón station€1961One-way1 transfer
- 06320+0417912:14 PM7h34Barcelona Sants7:48 PMLeón station€1671One-way1 transfer
- 06150+051832:50 PM7h40Barcelona Sants10:30 PMLeón station€1881One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Barcelona to León
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to León among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €69 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €69, while a flight costs an average of €223.
Distance: 652 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€84 Average price | €69 Average price Cheapest | €223 Average price |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 41m Average total duration 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | 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 Barcelona to León:
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to León costing on average €84.
A bus is €154 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to León costing on average €223.
Other travel options to León take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 45m.
Bus takes on average 11h 11m.
Live departures
Barcelona to León train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to León trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 06060+04151 | 5:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h24 | 5:09 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06070+04151 | 7:05 AM Barcelona Sants | 10h04 | 5:09 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06070+04179 | 7:05 AM Barcelona Sants | 12h43 | 7:48 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06080+04151 | 7:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h19 | 5:09 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06080+04179 | 7:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h58 | 7:48 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06080+04181 | 7:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 13h21 | 9:11 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06110+04151 | 10:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h24 | 5:09 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06110+04181 | 10:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 10h26 | 9:11 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06110+04179 | 10:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h03 | 7:48 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06020+05183 | 11:18 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h12 | 10:30 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06020+04181 | 11:18 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h53 | 9:11 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06020+04179 | 11:18 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h30 | 7:48 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06320+05183 | 12:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 10h16 | 10:30 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06320+04181 | 12:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 8h57 | 9:11 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06320+04179 | 12:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 7h34 | 7:48 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06014+05183 | 1:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 9h17 | 10:30 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06014+04181 | 1:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 7h58 | 9:11 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06150+04181 | 2:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h21 | 9:11 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06150+05183 | 2:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 7h40 | 10:30 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
| 06360+05183 | 3:52 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h38 | 10:30 PM León station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to León
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Trains from Barcelona to León run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 652 km distance in 7h 48m.
Distance 652 km |
Average train duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 48m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: iryo, Renfe ALVIA, AVE from Barcelona to León trainsiryo, Renfe ALVIA, AVE trains will get you between Barcelona and León from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barcelona to León
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to León
Most Barcelona to León trains use the Barcelona Sants to León station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and León train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barcelona station do trains to León leave from?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants 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, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
Which León station do trains from Barcelona arrive at?
Getting to León from León city centre
León is 1 km from León city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
León train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at León.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at León.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at León. Information desks are available at León.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at León: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at León: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at León.
Most popular train connections from Barcelona
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