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

The journey from Cuatro Caminos to Carabanchel takes approximately 35 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 13.43 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Cuatro Caminos to Carabanchel?

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

At Cuatro Caminos, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Pinar de Chamartín. Look for the electronic board showing "Pinar de Chamartín".

What is the last train from Cuatro Caminos to Carabanchel?

The last train from Cuatro Caminos towards Pinar de Chamartín departs at 01:30 on weekdays. The last train from Carabanchel back towards Cuatro Caminos departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Cuatro Caminos to Carabanchel?

There are 11 stops between Cuatro Caminos and Carabanchel on the Línea 1. The stations are: Cuatro Caminos, Bilbao, Tribunal, Gran Vía.

Cuatro Caminos To Carabanchel

ShortestShortest Route

Cuatro Caminos

red interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Pinar de Chamartín

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

Bilbao

+3.23 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Tribunal

blue interchange

+6.44 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Gran Vía

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.49 km

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

interchange Gran Vía — 5 min

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

+5 min

Gran Vía

aqua interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 5Towards Alameda de Osuna

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

Callao

yellow interchange

+2.54 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Ópera

red interchange

+5.08 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Pirámides

+15.22 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Marqués de Vadillo

+17.74 min

2.52 min · 1.11 km

Carabanchel

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.94 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

35 min

Total time

stops

13.43 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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

1.81 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.83 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~54 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€90

Auto

€192

Cab

€346

Estimates for 13.43 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Alameda de OsunaCasa de Campo

Línea 1

Departure 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

Arrival station

Carabanchel

underground

Carabanchel, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines