How long does it take from Nuevos Ministerios to Callao by metro?

The journey from Nuevos Ministerios to Callao takes approximately 20 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 6.78 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Nuevos Ministerios to Callao?

The token fare from Nuevos Ministerios to Callao 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 Nuevos Ministerios for Callao?

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

What is the last train from Nuevos Ministerios to Callao?

The last train from Nuevos Ministerios towards Aluche departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Callao back towards Nuevos Ministerios departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Nuevos Ministerios to Callao?

There are 5 stops between Nuevos Ministerios and Callao on the Línea 10. The stations are: Nuevos Ministerios, Gregorio Marañón, Alonso Martínez, Tribunal, Plaza de España.

Nuevos Ministerios To Callao

ShortestShortest Route

Nuevos Ministerios

Platform 1·underground·Línea 10Towards Aluche

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

Gregorio Marañón

+3.05 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Alonso Martínez

+6.1 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Tribunal

aqua interchange

+9.15 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Plaza de España

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground5.6 km

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

interchange Plaza de España — 5 min

Platform 3 · Línea 3 ·Platform 1 Towards Villaverde Alto

+5 min

Plaza de España

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 3Towards Villaverde Alto

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

Callao

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.18 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

20 min

Total time

stops

6.78 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Nuevos Ministerios	05:00	23:00	Towards Aluche
Callao	06:00	01:30	Towards Nuevos Ministerios

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

0.92 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.42 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~27 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€50

Auto

€112

Cab

€200

Estimates for 6.78 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Nuevos Ministerios

underground

Nuevos Ministerios, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Callao

underground

Callao, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Callao exit 1· Callao, Gran Vía♿

Callao exit 2· Callao, Gran Vía♿

Callao exit 3· Callao, Gran Vía♿

Callao exit 4· Callao, Gran Vía♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access