How much does a cheap train ticket from León to Barcelona cost?

The average train ticket price from León to Barcelona is R 1 587. The best way to find cheap train tickets from León to Barcelona 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 train trip from León to Barcelona?

A train trip between León and Barcelona is around 8h 4m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 4m. This is the time it takes to travel the 653 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between León and Barcelona?

The number of trains from León to Barcelona can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from León to Barcelona by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from León to Barcelona?

When taking the train from León to Barcelona, you can travel comfortably and safely with Renfe.

Train León to Barcelona from R 1 609

Next train departures

Next departures from León to Barcelona on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	13:35	León	8h 4m	21:39	Barcelona-Sants	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 7:33 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from León to Barcelona

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 751, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 30mAverage duration

654 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 136 - R 5 575	Average duration12h 35m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 698 - R 2 686	Average duration8h 4m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 751 - R 1 497	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5914 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.1

Based on 914 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 R 698

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

Where are the popular train stations and stops in León and Barcelona?

Stops in León

A - Estacion de Autobuses León

Stops in Barcelona

A - Barcelona Sants

B - Estació del Nord de Barcelona

C - Barcelona Airport

D - Barcelona Clot-Arago

E - Avinguda Meridiana, 11

F - Estación de Francia

Frequently asked questions on the trip León - Barcelona

How much does a cheap train ticket from León to Barcelona cost?
The average train ticket price from León to Barcelona is R 1 587. The best way to find cheap train tickets from León to Barcelona 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 train trip from León to Barcelona?
A train trip between León and Barcelona is around 8h 4m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 4m. This is the time it takes to travel the 653 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between León and Barcelona?
The number of trains from León to Barcelona can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from León to Barcelona by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from León to Barcelona?
When taking the train from León to Barcelona, you can travel comfortably and safely with Renfe.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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The cheapest trip from León to Barcelona was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 154

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 154 to R 2 154 for a train ticket from León to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 154, which is on 2025-11-16.