How long does it take from Menéndez Pelayo to Ópera by metro?

The journey from Menéndez Pelayo to Ópera takes approximately 23 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 8.34 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Menéndez Pelayo to Ópera?

The token fare from Menéndez Pelayo to Ópera 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 Menéndez Pelayo for Ópera?

At Menéndez Pelayo, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Pinar de Chamartín. Look for the electronic board showing "Pinar de Chamartín".

What is the last train from Menéndez Pelayo to Ópera?

The last train from Menéndez Pelayo towards Pinar de Chamartín departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Ópera back towards Menéndez Pelayo departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Menéndez Pelayo to Ópera?

There are 6 stops between Menéndez Pelayo and Ópera on the Línea 1. The stations are: Menéndez Pelayo, Atocha Renfe, Atocha, Estación del Arte, Antón Martín, Sol.

Menéndez Pelayo To Ópera

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Menéndez Pelayo

Platform 2·underground·Línea 1Towards Pinar de Chamartín

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

Atocha Renfe

+3.23 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Atocha

+6.44 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Estación del Arte

+9.65 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Antón Martín

+12.88 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Sol

red interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.47 km

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

interchange Sol — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 2 ·Platform 3 Towards Las Rosas

+5 min

Sol

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Platform 3·underground·Línea 2Towards Las Rosas

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

Ópera

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground0.87 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

23 min

Total time

stops

8.34 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Menéndez Pelayo	05:00	23:00	Towards Pinar de Chamartín
Ópera	06:00	01:30	Towards Menéndez Pelayo

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

1.13 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.52 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~33 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€60

Auto

€130

Cab

€234

Estimates for 8.34 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Pinar de ChamartínValdecarros

Línea 1

Las RosasCuatro Caminos

Línea 1

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Línea 1

Alameda de OsunaCasa de Campo

Línea 1

Departure station

Menéndez Pelayo

underground

Menéndez Pelayo, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Ópera

underground

Ópera, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Ópera exit 1· Royal Palace♿

Ópera exit 2· Royal Palace♿

Ópera exit 3· Royal Palace♿

Ópera exit 4· Royal Palace♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access