Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach León. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
According to 329 reviews, ALSA received a 4.4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature, but some complained about the Wi‑Fi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at $59
ALSA Madrid León recent customer reviews
the bus had a problem and we needed to wait more than 2h and arrived three hours to late in leon :(
1 out of 5 stars
Carina G.
Alsa is one of the best travelling experiences i have had . most comfortable , on board entertainment ,fantastic value for money and most efficient . highly recommend the service.
5 out of 5 stars
Alan B.
I cannot use the WiFi on board. I don't know why. Perhaps I cannot read the relevant notice posted high on a window.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to León by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Madrid to León?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madrid to León start from $59. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Madrid to León?
The average bus travel time from Madrid to León is 4h, covering a distance of 286 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Madrid to León route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Madrid to León?
The earliest bus departs from Madrid to León at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madrid to León?
A bus trip from Madrid to León generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
03-15
$51
03-16
$51
Today
$51
03-18
$35
03-19
$35
03-20
$38
03-21
$42
03-22
$42
The cheapest trip from Madrid to León was searched and found on Mar 18, 2026 with a price of $35
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to León, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $88 for a bus ticket from Madrid to León based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2026-03-18.
The cheapest trip from Madrid to León was searched and found on Mar 18, 2026 with a price of $35
