How much does a train ticket cost from Santiago de Compostela to León?

The cheapest train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to León start from £22. The average price for this train route is around £42. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Santiago de Compostela to León?

The average train journey time from Santiago de Compostela to León is 4h 47m, covering a distance of 152 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 47m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Santiago de Compostela to León route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santiago de Compostela to León?

The earliest train from Santiago de Compostela to León departs at 08:43. And the latest train departs at 08:43.

Train Santiago de Compostela to León from £32

Next train departures

Next departures from Santiago de Compostela to León on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:43	Santiago De Compostela	4h 47m	13:30	León	Cheapest
Train	08:43	Santiago De Compostela	4h 47m	13:30	León	Fastest
Train	08:43	Santiago De Compostela	4h 47m	13:30	León	No tags

Next departures from Santiago de Compostela to León on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:43	Santiago De Compostela	4h 47m	13:30	León	Cheapest
Train	08:43	Santiago De Compostela	4h 47m	13:30	León	Fastest
Train	08:43	Santiago De Compostela	4h 47m	13:30	León	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Santiago de Compostela to León

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach León. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

3h 20mAverage duration

152 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£34 - £45	Average duration6h 5m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£22 - £45	Average duration4h 47m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£13 - £33	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5924 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.1

Based on 924 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at £22

ES train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santiago de Compostela to León by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Santiago de Compostela to León?
The cheapest train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to León start from £22. The average price for this train route is around £42. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Santiago de Compostela to León?
The average train journey time from Santiago de Compostela to León is 4h 47m, covering a distance of 152 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 47m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Santiago de Compostela to León route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santiago de Compostela to León?
The earliest train from Santiago de Compostela to León departs at 08:43. And the latest train departs at 08:43.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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£32

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The cheapest trip from Santiago de Compostela to León was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £32

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to León as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £32 to £42 for a train ticket from Santiago de Compostela to León based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2025-12-12.