What is the cheapest way to get from Mérida to León?

The cheapest way to get from Mérida to León is to bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 7h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mérida to León?

The fastest way to get from Mérida to León is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs €75 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Mérida and León?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merida and arriving at Leon. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Mérida and León?

No, there is no direct train from Mérida to León. However, there are services departing from Merida and arriving at Leon via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Mérida to León?

The distance between Mérida and León is 745 km. The road distance is 477.7 km.

How do I travel from Mérida to León without a car?

The best way to get from Mérida to León without a car is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs €90 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Mérida to León?

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Mérida to León, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mérida to León bus from?

Mérida to León bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Merida station.

Where do I catch the Mérida to León train from?

Mérida to León train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Merida station.

Train or bus from Mérida to León?

The best way to get from Mérida to León is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs €90 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Mérida to León bus arrive?

Mérida to León bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Leon station.

Where does the Mérida to León train arrive?

Mérida to León train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Mérida to León?

Yes, the driving distance between Mérida to León is 478 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Mérida to León.

How do I get a train ticket from Mérida to León?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Mérida to León?

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Where can I stay near León?

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There are 3 ways to get from Mérida to León by train (Renfe), bus, or car

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Merida to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Leontrain Ave
6h 56m
€92–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merida to Leonbus ALSA - Ma-Se-Gi / ...
7h 30m
€40–65
Drive 477.7 km
1. Drive from Mérida to Leóncar 477.7 km
4h 43m
€75–108

Mérida to León by train (Renfe)

26Weekly Trains

6h 56mAverage Duration

€92Cheapest Price

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Distance: 744.9 km
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between Mérida, Spain and León, Spain?

You can take a train from Merida to Leon via Madrid Chamartín in around 6h 56m. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Merida to Leon twice daily. Tickets cost €40–65 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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