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

The journey from Cuatro Caminos to Plaza de España takes approximately 15 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 4.39 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Cuatro Caminos to Plaza de España?

The token fare from Cuatro Caminos 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 Cuatro Caminos for Plaza de España?

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 Plaza de España?

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

How many stops from Cuatro Caminos to Plaza de España?

There are 3 stops between Cuatro Caminos and Plaza de España on the Línea 1. The stations are: Cuatro Caminos, Bilbao, Tribunal.

Cuatro Caminos To Plaza de España

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

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.99 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

15 min

Total time

stops

4.39 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Cuatro Caminos	06:00	01:30	Towards Pinar de Chamartín
Plaza de España	06:00	01:30	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

0.59 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.27 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~18 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€36

Auto

€82

Cab

€146

Estimates for 4.39 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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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

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