How long does it take from Argüelles to Núñez de Balboa by metro?

The journey from Argüelles to Núñez de Balboa takes approximately 21 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 6.87 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Argüelles to Núñez de Balboa?

The token fare from Argüelles to Núñez de Balboa 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 Argüelles for Núñez de Balboa?

At Argüelles, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Villaverde Alto. Look for the electronic board showing "Villaverde Alto".

What is the last train from Argüelles to Núñez de Balboa?

The last train from Argüelles towards Villaverde Alto departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Núñez de Balboa back towards Argüelles departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Argüelles to Núñez de Balboa?

There are 6 stops between Argüelles and Núñez de Balboa on the Línea 3. The stations are: Argüelles, Ventura Rodríguez, Plaza de España, Callao.

Argüelles To Núñez de Balboa

ShortestShortest Route

Argüelles

Platform 2·underground·Línea 3Towards Villaverde Alto

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

Ventura Rodríguez

+2.63 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Plaza de España

blue interchange

+5.26 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Callao

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.52 km

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

interchange Callao — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 5 ·Platform 3 Towards Alameda de Osuna

+5 min

Callao

yellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 5Towards Alameda de Osuna

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

Gran Vía

aqua interchange

+2.54 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Rubén Darío

+5.08 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Núñez de Balboa

Arrive Platform 2·underground3.35 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

21 min

Total time

stops

6.87 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Argüelles	05:00	23:00	Towards Villaverde Alto
Núñez de Balboa	05:00	23:00	Towards Argüelles

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

0.93 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.43 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~27 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€52

Auto

€112

Cab

€202

Estimates for 6.87 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Línea 3

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Línea 3

Alameda de OsunaCasa de Campo

Línea 3

Departure station

Argüelles

underground

Argüelles, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Núñez de Balboa

underground

Núñez de Balboa, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines