How long does it take from Delicias to Retiro by metro?

The journey from Delicias to Retiro takes approximately 22 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 7.31 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Delicias to Retiro?

The token fare from Delicias to Retiro 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 Delicias for Retiro?

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

What is the last train from Delicias to Retiro?

The last train from Delicias towards Moncloa departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Retiro back towards Delicias departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Delicias to Retiro?

There are 7 stops between Delicias and Retiro on the Línea 3. The stations are: Delicias, Palos de la Frontera, Embajadores, Lavapiés, Sol.

Delicias To Retiro

ShortestShortest Route

Delicias

Platform 1·underground·Línea 3Towards Moncloa

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

Palos de la Frontera

+2.63 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Embajadores

+5.26 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Lavapiés

+7.89 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Sol

aqua interchangered interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground4.68 km

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

interchange Sol — 5 min

Platform 5 · Línea 2 ·Platform 3 Towards Las Rosas

+5 min

Sol

aqua interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 2Towards Las Rosas

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

Sevilla

+2.08 min

2.08 min · 0.87 km

Banco de España

+4.18 min

2.1 min · 0.88 km

Retiro

Arrive Platform 2·underground2.63 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

22 min

Total time

stops

7.31 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Delicias	05:00	23:00	Towards Moncloa
Retiro	05:00	23:00	Towards Delicias

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

0.99 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.45 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~29 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€54

Auto

€118

Cab

€210

Estimates for 7.31 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Línea 3

Departure station

Delicias

underground

Delicias, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Retiro

underground

Retiro, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines