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

The journey from Canillejas to Plaza de Castilla takes approximately 39 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 15.29 km across 12 stops.

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

The token fare from Canillejas 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 Canillejas for Plaza de Castilla?

At Canillejas, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Casa de Campo. Look for the electronic board showing "Casa de Campo".

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

The last train from Canillejas towards Casa de Campo departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Plaza de Castilla back towards Canillejas departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Canillejas to Plaza de Castilla?

There are 12 stops between Canillejas and Plaza de Castilla on the Línea 5. The stations are: Canillejas, Ciudad Lineal, El Carmen, Ventas, Diego de León, Núñez de Balboa, Rubén Darío, Gran Vía.

Canillejas To Plaza de Castilla

ShortestShortest Route

Canillejas

Platform 1·underground·Línea 5Towards Casa de Campo

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

Ciudad Lineal

+2.54 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

El Carmen

+5.06 min

2.52 min · 1.11 km

Núñez de Balboa

+12.68 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Rubén Darío

+15.2 min

2.52 min · 1.11 km

Gran Vía

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground7.82 km

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

interchange Gran Vía — 5 min

Platform 3 · Línea 1 ·Platform 1 Towards Pinar de Chamartín

+5 min

Gran Vía

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Pinar de Chamartín

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

Tribunal

blue interchange

+3.23 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Bilbao

+6.44 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Cuatro Caminos

red interchange

+9.67 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Tetuán

+12.88 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Plaza de Castilla

Arrive Platform 2·underground7.47 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

39 min

Total time

stops

15.29 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Canillejas	05:00	23:00	Towards Casa de Campo
Plaza de Castilla	05:00	23:00	Towards Canillejas

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

2.06 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.95 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~61 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€102

Auto

€214

Cab

€386

Estimates for 15.29 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Línea 5

Departure station

Canillejas

underground

Canillejas, 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