How long does it take from Chamartín to Plaza de España by metro?

The journey from Chamartín to Plaza de España takes approximately 24 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 8.87 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Chamartín to Plaza de España?

The token fare from Chamartín to Plaza de España 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 Chamartín for Plaza de España?

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

What is the last train from Chamartín to Plaza de España?

The last train from Chamartín towards Valdecarros departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Plaza de España back towards Chamartín departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Chamartín to Plaza de España?

There are 6 stops between Chamartín and Plaza de España on the Línea 1. The stations are: Chamartín, Plaza de Castilla, Tetuán, Cuatro Caminos, Bilbao, Tribunal.

Chamartín To Plaza de España

ShortestShortest Route

Chamartín

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Valdecarros

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

Plaza de Castilla

+3.23 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Tetuán

+6.44 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Cuatro Caminos

red interchange

+9.65 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Bilbao

+12.88 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Tribunal

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.47 km

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

interchange Tribunal — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 10 ·Platform 3 Towards Hospital Infanta Sofía

+5 min

Tribunal

aqua interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 10Towards Hospital Infanta Sofía

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

Plaza de España

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.4 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

24 min

Total time

stops

8.87 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Chamartín	05:00	23:00	Towards Valdecarros
Plaza de España	06:00	01:30	Towards Chamartín

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

1.20 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.55 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~35 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€64

Auto

€136

Cab

€246

Estimates for 8.87 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Línea 1

Departure station

Chamartín

underground

Chamartín, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Plaza de España

underground

Plaza de España, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Plaza de España exit 1· Plaza de España♿

Plaza de España exit 2· Plaza de España♿

Plaza de España exit 3· Plaza de España♿

Plaza de España exit 4· Plaza de España♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access