How long does it take from Núñez de Balboa to San Cristóbal by metro?

The journey from Núñez de Balboa to San Cristóbal takes approximately 39 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 13.09 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Núñez de Balboa to San Cristóbal?

The token fare from Núñez de Balboa to San Cristóbal 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 Núñez de Balboa for San Cristóbal?

At Núñez de Balboa, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Casa de Campo. Look for the electronic board showing "Casa de Campo".

What is the last train from Núñez de Balboa to San Cristóbal?

The last train from Núñez de Balboa towards Casa de Campo departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from San Cristóbal back towards Núñez de Balboa departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Núñez de Balboa to San Cristóbal?

There are 11 stops between Núñez de Balboa and San Cristóbal on the Línea 5. The stations are: Núñez de Balboa, Rubén Darío, Gran Vía.

Núñez de Balboa To San Cristóbal

ShortestShortest Route

Núñez de Balboa

Platform 1·underground·Línea 5Towards Casa de Campo

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

Rubén Darío

+2.52 min

2.52 min · 1.11 km

Gran Vía

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.23 km

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

interchange Gran Vía — 5 min

Platform 3 · Línea 1 ·Platform 1 Towards Pinar de Chamartín

+5 min

Gran Vía

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Pinar de Chamartín

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

Sol

red interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.49 km

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

interchange Sol — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 3 ·Platform 5 Towards Villaverde Alto

+5 min

Sol

aqua interchangered interchange

Platform 5·underground·Línea 3Towards Villaverde Alto

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

Lavapiés

+2.63 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Embajadores

+5.26 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Almendrales

+15.8 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

Hospital 12 de Octubre

+18.43 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

San Cristóbal

Arrive Platform 2·underground9.37 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

39 min

Total time

stops

13.09 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Núñez de Balboa	05:00	23:00	Towards Casa de Campo
San Cristóbal	05:00	23:00	Towards Núñez de Balboa

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 13.09 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Núñez de Balboa

underground

Núñez de Balboa, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

San Cristóbal

underground

San Cristóbal, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines