How much does a bus ticket from Madrid to León cost?

The bus ticket price from Madrid to León starts at R 731. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madrid to León is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Madrid to León?

The average travel time between Madrid and León is around 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 289 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Madrid and León?

The number of buses from Madrid to León can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 28 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madrid to León by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Madrid to León?

When taking the bus from Madrid to León, you can travel comfortably and safely with ALSA.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to León?

Buses travelling between Madrid and León leave from Estación Sur or Madrid-Barajas Airport and arrive at Estacion de Autobuses León, Parada de Autobuses de San Andrés del Rabanedo, Venta de la Tuerta.

Bus Madrid to León from R 240 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Madrid to León on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15	Estación Sur	3h 45m	16:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	Cheapest
Bus	12:30	Intercambiador de Moncloa	3h 30m	16:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Estación Sur	4h 30m	10:45	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	08:15	Estación Sur	4h	12:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	08:30	Intercambiador de Moncloa	3h 45m	12:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to León on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Estación Sur	4h 10m	04:40	Estacion de Autobuses León	Cheapest
Bus	15:15	Intercambiador de Moncloa	3h 30m	18:45	Estacion de Autobuses León	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Estación Sur	4h 30m	10:45	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	08:15	Estación Sur	4h	12:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	08:30	Intercambiador de Moncloa	3h 45m	12:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to León on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:15	Estación Sur	3h 45m	16:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	Cheapest
Bus	12:30	Intercambiador de Moncloa	3h 30m	16:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Estación Sur	4h 10m	04:40	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	06:15	Estación Sur	4h 30m	10:45	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	07:45	Estación Sur	5h	12:45	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to León on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Estación Sur	4h 10m	04:40	Estacion de Autobuses León	Cheapest
Bus	12:30	Intercambiador de Moncloa	3h 30m	16:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Estación Sur	4h 10m	04:40	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	06:15	Estación Sur	4h 30m	10:45	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	06:15	Estación Sur	4h 30m	10:45	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to León on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:15	Estación Sur	4h 30m	10:45	Estacion de Autobuses León	Cheapest
Bus	12:30	Intercambiador de Moncloa	3h 30m	16:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Estación Sur	4h 30m	10:45	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	08:15	Estación Sur	4h	12:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	08:15	Estación Sur	4h	12:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to León on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Estación Sur	4h 10m	04:40	Estacion de Autobuses León	Cheapest
Bus	12:30	Intercambiador de Moncloa	3h 30m	16:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Estación Sur	4h 10m	04:40	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	06:15	Estación Sur	4h 30m	10:45	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	06:15	Estación Sur	4h 30m	10:45	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to León on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Estación Sur	4h 10m	04:40	Estacion de Autobuses León	Cheapest
Bus	12:30	Intercambiador de Moncloa	3h 30m	16:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Estación Sur	4h 10m	04:40	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	06:15	Estación Sur	4h 30m	10:45	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	06:15	Estación Sur	4h 30m	10:45	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Madrid 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 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 240, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33carpool per day

3h 40mAverage duration

289 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 731 - R 1 218	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 438 - R 2 524	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 240 - R 859	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/560 753 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

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 R 731

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 :(

Carina G.

15 September 2019

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.

Alan B.

9 October 2018

I cannot use the WiFi on board. I don't know why. Perhaps I cannot read the relevant notice posted high on a window.

Chak Man L.

20 September 2018

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Where are the popular stops in Madrid and León?

Stops in Madrid

A - Estación Sur

B - Madrid-Barajas Airport

C - Avenida de América Metro

D - Moncloa

E - Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla

F - Ronda de Valencia 6

Stops in León

A - Estacion de Autobuses León

B - Parada de Autobuses de San Andrés del Rabanedo

C - Venta de la Tuerta

D - La Virgen del Camino

E - San Andrés del Rabanedo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to León by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Madrid to León cost?
The bus ticket price from Madrid to León starts at R 731. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madrid to León is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Madrid to León?
The average travel time between Madrid and León is around 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 289 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Madrid and León?
The number of buses from Madrid to León can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 28 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madrid to León by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Madrid to León?
When taking the bus from Madrid to León, you can travel comfortably and safely with ALSA.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to León?
Buses travelling between Madrid and León leave from Estación Sur or Madrid-Barajas Airport and arrive at Estacion de Autobuses León, Parada de Autobuses de San Andrés del Rabanedo, Venta de la Tuerta.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/11

R 638

14/11

R 637

Today

R 583

16/11

R 638

17/11

R 583

18/11

R 478

19/11

R 478

20/11

R 478

The cheapest trip from Madrid to León was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 478

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 R 478 to R 1 107 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 R 478, which is on 2025-11-18.