How long does it take from Carabanchel to Cuatro Caminos by metro?

The journey from Carabanchel to Cuatro Caminos takes approximately 31 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 11.08 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Carabanchel to Cuatro Caminos?

The token fare from Carabanchel to Cuatro Caminos 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 Carabanchel for Cuatro Caminos?

At Carabanchel, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Alameda de Osuna. Look for the electronic board showing "Alameda de Osuna".

What is the last train from Carabanchel to Cuatro Caminos?

The last train from Carabanchel towards Alameda de Osuna departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Cuatro Caminos back towards Carabanchel departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Carabanchel to Cuatro Caminos?

There are 11 stops between Carabanchel and Cuatro Caminos on the Línea 5. The stations are: Carabanchel, Marqués de Vadillo, Pirámides, Acacias, Puerta de Toledo, La Latina, Ópera.

Carabanchel To Cuatro Caminos

ShortestShortest Route

Carabanchel

Platform 2·underground·Línea 5Towards Alameda de Osuna

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

Marqués de Vadillo

+2.54 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Pirámides

+5.06 min

2.52 min · 1.11 km

Puerta de Toledo

+10.14 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

La Latina

+12.68 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Ópera

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground6.7 km

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

interchange Ópera — 5 min

Platform 3 · Línea 2 ·Platform 1 Towards Las Rosas

+5 min

Ópera

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 2Towards Las Rosas

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

Santo Domingo

+2.1 min

2.1 min · 0.88 km

Noviciado

+4.2 min

2.1 min · 0.88 km

San Bernardo

+6.28 min

2.08 min · 0.87 km

Quevedo

+8.36 min

2.08 min · 0.87 km

Cuatro Caminos

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.38 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

31 min

Total time

stops

11.08 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Carabanchel	05:00	23:00	Towards Alameda de Osuna
Cuatro Caminos	06:00	01:30	Towards Carabanchel

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

1.50 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.69 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~44 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€76

Auto

€162

Cab

€294

Estimates for 11.08 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Pinar de ChamartínValdecarros

Línea 5

Las RosasCuatro Caminos

Línea 5

Villaverde AltoMoncloa

Línea 5

Alameda de OsunaCasa de Campo

Línea 5

Departure station

Carabanchel

underground

Carabanchel, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Cuatro Caminos

underground

Cuatro Caminos, Madrid, Spain

Weekdays: 06:00 – 01:30(Sundays from 06:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Cuatro Caminos exit 1· Cuatro Caminos area♿

Cuatro Caminos exit 2· Cuatro Caminos area♿

Cuatro Caminos exit 3· Cuatro Caminos area♿

Cuatro Caminos exit 4· Cuatro Caminos area♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access