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Madrid to Leon Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Madrid to Leon? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as KWD 9.940, with the average fare for this route being approximately KWD 9.450. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • Mon, Jun 9
    From KWD 14.140
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 9.940
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From KWD 9.940
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 11.530
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From KWD 10.560
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 14.140
  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 14.140
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18:23
Madrid-Príncipe Pío
23:06
Leon
4h 43m, Directrenfe
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18:51
Madrid-Chamartín
21:11
Leon
2h 20m, Directrenfe
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20:30
Madrid-Chamartín
22:30
Paris
2h 0m, Directrenfe
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Madrid to Leon Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Madrid to Leon usually begin at KWD 9.940. The average travel time is about 2h 0m, spanning a distance of roughly 181 miles. Intercit, renfe provides around 14 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
06:49
Last train
Last train
20:30
Departure station
Departure station
Madrid
Arrival station
Arrival station
Leon
Journey time
Journey time
2h 0m
Distance
Distance
181 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 9.940
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe offers discounts for disabled individuals, providing up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Note that the discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to your ticket depend on the type of ticket and may involve a fee.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe grants a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children can select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or get refunds according to the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the policies for changes and refunds.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Young people aged 14 to 25 can enjoy up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card, valid for a year and non-transferable, offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe supports large families in Spain with discounted fares, offering 20% for general and 50% for special category families on AVE and Larga Distancia trains. However, these discounts are not valid on AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. Additionally, single-parent families can enjoy discounts on Rodalies services in Catalonia by presenting a certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Leon

Renfe trains, particularly AVE models, offer four service categories based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid to Leon Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Madrid to Leon, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Madrid to Leon Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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