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Madrid-Chamartín to Leon Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Madrid-Chamartín to Leon? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from $25.68, with the typical price for this route being about $39.39. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
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  • Wed, Jul 16
    From $51.70
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    From $51.70
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07:37
Madrid-Chamartín
09:47
Leon
2h 10m, Directrenfe
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09:52
Madrid-Chamartín
12:06
Leon
2h 14m, Directrenfe
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09:56
Madrid-Chamartín
12:01
Leon
2h 5m, Directrenfe
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13:03
Madrid-Chamartín
15:12
Leon
2h 9m, Directrenfe
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13:05
Madrid-Chamartín
15:11
Leon
2h 6m, Directrenfe
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14:59
Madrid-Chamartín
17:01
Paris
2h 2m, Directrenfe
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Madrid-Chamartín to Leon Train Route Details

The train ticket from Madrid-Chamartín to Leon typically costs from $25.68. The journey averages {durationTime} in travel time and covers an approximate distance of 284 km. Intercit, renfe generally offers 13 trains per day on this route. For planning purposes, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
07:37
Last train
Last train
20:30
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 0m
Distance
Distance
284 km
Price
Price
From $25.68
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe offers discounted fares for large families in Spain, providing a 20% reduction for general category families and 50% for special category families on most services, including AVE and Larga Distancia trains. These discounts exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. Single-parent families can also access discounts on Rodalies trains in Catalonia with a valid certificate from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled travellers can enjoy Renfe's discounts, offering up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is more substantial on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the type of ticket and may come with a fee.

Renfe Children Fare

Children aged 4 to 13 receive a 40% discount on ticket fares with Renfe. They are entitled to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or get refunds based on the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not have a reserved seat. Note that, on Cercanías trains, the free travel age limit without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

For those aged over 60, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. Travelling on AVE and AVE international trains grants a 25% discount. On Avant trains, discounts are 25% on weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets match those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe provides young people aged 14 to 25 with up to 30% off train fares through the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card is valid for one year and cannot be transferred. It offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Chamartín to Leon

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. Seating options are divided into 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 travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are for passengers seeking higher 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-Chamartín to Leon Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Madrid-Chamartín to Leon, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Madrid-Chamartín to Leon Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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