How long does it take from Embajadores to Canillejas by metro?

The journey from Embajadores to Canillejas takes approximately 36 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 11.65 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Embajadores to Canillejas?

The token fare from Embajadores to Canillejas 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 Embajadores for Canillejas?

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

What is the last train from Embajadores to Canillejas?

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

How many stops from Embajadores to Canillejas?

There are 10 stops between Embajadores and Canillejas on the Línea 3. The stations are: Embajadores, Lavapiés, Sol.

Embajadores To Canillejas

ShortestShortest Route

Embajadores

Platform 1·underground·Línea 3Towards Moncloa

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

Lavapiés

+2.63 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Sol

aqua interchangered interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground2.34 km

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

interchange Sol — 5 min

Platform 5 · Línea 1 ·Platform 1 Towards Pinar de Chamartín

+5 min

Sol

red interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Pinar de Chamartín

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

Gran Vía

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.49 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

Rubén Darío

+2.54 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Núñez de Balboa

+5.06 min

2.52 min · 1.11 km

El Carmen

+12.68 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Ciudad Lineal

+15.2 min

2.52 min · 1.11 km

Canillejas

Arrive Platform 2·underground7.82 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

36 min

Total time

stops

11.65 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Embajadores	05:00	23:00	Towards Moncloa
Canillejas	05:00	23:00	Towards Embajadores

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

1.57 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.72 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~47 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€80

Auto

€170

Cab

€306

Estimates for 11.65 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Línea 3

Departure station

Embajadores

underground

Embajadores, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Canillejas

underground

Canillejas, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines