The cheapest and fastest trains from León to Madrid Barajas Airport
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from León to Madrid Barajas Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from León to Madrid Barajas Airport will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 10 trains that leave León for Madrid Barajas Airport on Thu, Apr 02, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 290 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
041706:53 PM2h19León station9:12 PMMadrid Chamartín$311One-way0 transfers
051703:13 PM1h59León station5:12 PMMadrid Chamartín$361One-way0 transfers
040607:36 AM2h01León station9:37 AMMadrid Chamartín$361One-way0 transfers
180026:50 AM4h51León station11:41 AMMadrid Príncipe Pío$511One-way0 transfers
180063:42 PM4h59León station8:41 PMMadrid Príncipe Pío$511One-way0 transfers
050926:43 AM1h56León station8:39 AMMadrid Chamartín$631One-way0 transfers
051703:13 PM1h59León station5:12 PMMadrid Chamartín$361One-way0 transfers
040607:36 AM2h01León station9:37 AMMadrid Chamartín$361One-way0 transfers
0575012:46 PM2h14León station3:00 PMMadrid Chamartín$801One-way0 transfers
041405:09 PM2h15León station7:24 PMMadrid Chamartín$531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for León to Madrid Barajas Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from León to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $38.
Distance: 180 miles (290 km)
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$39 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
León to Madrid Barajas Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for León to Madrid Barajas Airport trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
05170 | On time 1:13 PM León station | 1h59 | 3:12 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
18006 | On time 1:42 PM León station | 4h59 | 6:41 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 0 transfersDirect | |
04140 | On time 3:09 PM León station | 2h15 | 5:24 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05200 | On time 3:51 PM León station | 2h09 | 6:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04170 | On time 4:53 PM León station | 2h19 | 7:12 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04190 | On time 6:10 PM León station | 2h15 | 8:25 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
05092 | On time 4:43 AM León station | 1h56 | 6:39 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
18002 | On time 4:50 AM León station | 4h51 | 9:41 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 0 transfersDirect | |
04060 | On time 5:36 AM León station | 2h01 | 7:37 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04088 | On time 6:14 AM León station | 2h17 | 8:31 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04080 | On time 8:33 AM León station | 2h19 | 10:52 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05750 | On time 10:46 AM León station | 2h14 | 1:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from León to Madrid Barajas Airport
Trains from León to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 180 miles (290 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 180 miles (290 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 5:43 AM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
Train companies: AVE, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO from León to Madrid Barajas Airport trainsAVE, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO trains will get you between León and Madrid Barajas Airport from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from León to Madrid Barajas Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from León to Madrid Barajas Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid Barajas Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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