Tren en la ruta Madrid León
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Trains Madrid-León: schedules, prices and offers

Train Madrid-León in 2h 15min from €29. About 12 trains a day, cheap trains and packages. Check prices and book your trip.

From 29€ 12 trains/day Alvia · AVE 2h 15'

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2026-04-14
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29€Minimum price
2h 15'Direct journey
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35%Early booking savings
Route summary

Quick summary of the route Madrid-León

The Madrid-León train covers 330 km in 2h 15min with 12 daily frequencies between Madrid Chamartín and León. Prices from €29 to €110, with the cheapest time slot between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. from Tuesday to Thursday. By booking 21 days in advance you save an average of 35%.
Train interior AVE
train interior
Distance330 km
Minimum duration2h 15min
Maximum duration2h 45min
Daily frequency12 trains
Minimum price€29
Maximum price€110
Average price€52
Cheapest strip2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Tue.-Thu.
Optimal advance notice21 days (average savings 35%)
Origin stationMadrid Chamartín
Destination stationLeón
Schedules

Train schedules Madrid-León

The Madrid-León trains run throughout the day with durations between 2h 15min and 2h 45min. The first departure is around 06:30 and the last around 22:00. Check the search engine for exact times.

Indicative schedules Madrid-León (example)
ExitArrivalDurationGuyStops
06:30 08:30 2h 15min
Alvia
Straight
08:00 10:30 2h 15min
Alvia
Straight
11:00 13:30 2h 15min
Alvia
Straight
14:00 16:30 2h 15min
AVE
Straight
17:00 19:30 2h 15min
Alvia
Straight
20:00 22:30 2h 15min
Alvia
Straight

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Prices

Train prices Madrid-León

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The Madrid-León train starts from €29 to €110. The average price is around €52. The cheapest months are usually November and February; July and August are the most expensive.
Madrid-León train prices by type and class
Type/ClassFromAverage priceUntil
AVE (single class) €29 €36 €71
AVE Tourist €35 €52 €66
AVE Tourist Plus €52 €67 €88
AVE Preferred €72 €93 €110
Journey time

How long does the Madrid-León train take?

The fastest train Madrid-León takes 2h 15min in direct service. Services with an intermediate stop take up to 2h 45min.

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Alvia direct
2h 15min
€52 · Several/day
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Car
4h 7min approx.
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Bus
5h approx.
20-40€ · Several/day
Stations

Stations on the route Madrid-León

Madrid-León trains depart from Madrid Chamartín and arrive at León. Both stations have connection to urban and suburban transport.
Station Madrid Chamartín
🟢 Origen
Madrid Chamartín
Madrid
Connection with Cercanías and metro. Long distance services from Madrid.
Madrid main station for high-speed services.
⬦ Parada opcional
Valladolid Campo Grande
Some Alvia stop in Valladolid; duration up to 2h 45min.
Station León
🏁 Destino
León
León
Connection with urban transport. Arrival station at León.
León main station for long distance services.
On board

Service on board the train Madrid-León

Madrid-León trains offer free WiFi, plugs and cafeteria service on most services. Preferential class includes more space and in-seat catering.

Cafeteria service on board the AVE
Cafeteria AVE
Service Avlo AVE Tourist AVE Tourist Plus AVE Preferred
Wi-Fi
Plugs
Seat width 44cm 47cm 50cm 52cm
Leg space Standard Standard Broad Extra wide
Café
catering seat
digital press
Station Club Room
Change/cancellation Premium Only According to rate According to rate Including
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Savings

Tips to get the best price on the train Madrid-León

For the best price on the Madrid-León train, book 21 days in advance and choose trains between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday. Average price €52.
Reserve 21+ days in advance
Average savings of 35% compared to purchases in the last 48 hours
AVE Tourist: €35 with 30 days vs €62 with 2 days
Choose the time slot 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Prices 22% cheaper than the 07:00-09:00 period
Average of €40 vs €51 in AVE Tourist
Travel Tuesday to Thursday
18% cheaper than Friday and Sunday
Average of €46 (Tues-Thurs) vs €55 (Fri-Sun)
Consider Avlo if you don't need flexibility
27% cheaper than AVE Average tourist
Average of €38 vs €52
November and February are the cheapest months
Average price €42-€44 vs €65-€68 in July-August
Up to 40% savings by choosing low season
FAQ

Train FAQ Madrid-León

How much does the Madrid-León train cost?

The Madrid-León train departs from €29 in Avlo and €35 in AVE Tourist. The average price is €52. By booking 21 days in advance you save an average of 35%.

How long does the AVE Madrid-León take?

On this route some alvia stop in valladolid; duration up to 2h 45min. The direct duration is 2h 15min.

What station does the train to León leave from Madrid?

Trains to León depart from Madrid Chamartín depending on the service. They arrive at León, connected to the metro and Cercanías and about 15 minutes from the center.

How many trains are there per day from Madrid to León?

There are about 12 trains daily between Madrid and León (AVE and Avlo), with several departures in different time slots.

What is the best time to travel cheaply from Madrid to León?

The cheapest time is between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. from Tuesday to Thursday, with prices 22% lower than the average. Early morning trains are usually more expensive.

Can the train to León be combined with a hotel?

Yes. Ofertren offers train+hotel packages Madrid-León from €89 per person (AVE round trip + 2 nights in a central hotel), with a saving of up to 25% compared to booking separately.

Does the Madrid-León train make intermediate stops?

On this route some alvia stop in valladolid; duration up to 2h 45min. The direct duration is 2h 15min.

Last updated: 14/04/2026