How long does it take from Lavapiés to Valdecarros by metro?

The journey from Lavapiés to Valdecarros takes approximately 33 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 13.12 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Lavapiés to Valdecarros?

The token fare from Lavapiés to Valdecarros 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 Lavapiés for Valdecarros?

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

What is the last train from Lavapiés to Valdecarros?

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

How many stops from Lavapiés to Valdecarros?

There are 9 stops between Lavapiés and Valdecarros on the Línea 3. The stations are: Lavapiés, Sol.

Lavapiés To Valdecarros

ShortestShortest Route

Lavapiés

Platform 1·underground·Línea 3Towards Moncloa

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

Sol

aqua interchangered interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground1.17 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

Antón Martín

+3.21 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Estación del Arte

+6.44 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Pacífico

+19.3 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Puente de Vallecas

+22.53 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Valdecarros

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.95 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

33 min

Total time

stops

13.12 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Lavapiés	05:00	23:00	Towards Moncloa
Valdecarros	06:00	01:30	Towards Lavapiés

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

1.77 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.81 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~52 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€88

Auto

€188

Cab

€338

Estimates for 13.12 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Pinar de ChamartínValdecarros

Línea 3

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Línea 3

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Línea 3

Alameda de OsunaCasa de Campo

Línea 3

Departure station

Lavapiés

underground

Lavapiés, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Valdecarros

underground

Valdecarros, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Valdecarros exit 1· Valdecarros area♿

Valdecarros exit 2· Valdecarros area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines