How long does it take from Almendrales to Plaza de Castilla by metro?

The journey from Almendrales to Plaza de Castilla takes approximately 40 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 15.99 km across 12 stops.

What is the metro fare from Almendrales to Plaza de Castilla?

The token fare from Almendrales to Plaza de Castilla is €2. With a smart card the fare is €2 (save €0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's €2.

Which platform at Almendrales for Plaza de Castilla?

At Almendrales, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Moncloa. Look for the electronic board showing "Moncloa".

What is the last train from Almendrales to Plaza de Castilla?

The last train from Almendrales towards Moncloa departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Plaza de Castilla back towards Almendrales departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Almendrales to Plaza de Castilla?

There are 12 stops between Almendrales and Plaza de Castilla on the Línea 3. The stations are: Almendrales, Legazpi, Delicias, Palos de la Frontera, Embajadores, Lavapiés, Sol.

Almendrales To Plaza de Castilla

ShortestShortest Route

Almendrales

Platform 1·underground·Línea 3Towards Moncloa

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Legazpi

+2.65 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

Delicias

+5.28 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Embajadores

+10.54 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Lavapiés

+13.17 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Sol

aqua interchangered interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground7.03 km

First train: 06:00Last train: 01:30

interchange Sol — 5 min

Platform 5 · Línea 1 ·Platform 1 Towards Pinar de Chamartín

+5 min

Sol

red interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Pinar de Chamartín

First train: 06:00Last train: 01:30Doors open: right

Gran Vía

green interchange

+3.21 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Tribunal

blue interchange

+6.44 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Cuatro Caminos

red interchange

+12.88 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Tetuán

+16.09 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Plaza de Castilla

Arrive Platform 2·underground8.96 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

40 min

Total time

stops

15.99 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Almendrales	05:00	23:00	Towards Moncloa
Plaza de Castilla	05:00	23:00	Towards Almendrales

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

€2

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

€2

Save €0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

€2

Save €0 per ride

Use your Madrid Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

2.16 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.99 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~64 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€106

Auto

€222

Cab

€402

Estimates for 15.99 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Línea 3

Departure station

Almendrales

underground

Almendrales, Madrid, Spain

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Plaza de Castilla

underground

Plaza de Castilla, Madrid, Spain

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines