How long does it take from Pirámides to Plaza de Castilla by metro?

The journey from Pirámides to Plaza de Castilla takes approximately 42 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 14.3 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Pirámides to Plaza de Castilla?

The token fare from Pirámides to Plaza de Castilla 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 Pirámides for Plaza de Castilla?

At Pirámides, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Alameda de Osuna. Look for the electronic board showing "Alameda de Osuna".

What is the last train from Pirámides to Plaza de Castilla?

The last train from Pirámides towards Alameda de Osuna departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Plaza de Castilla back towards Pirámides departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Pirámides to Plaza de Castilla?

There are 11 stops between Pirámides and Plaza de Castilla on the Línea 5. The stations are: Pirámides, Acacias, Puerta de Toledo, La Latina, Ópera.

Pirámides To Plaza de Castilla

ShortestShortest Route

Pirámides

Platform 2·underground·Línea 5Towards Alameda de Osuna

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

Acacias

+2.54 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Puerta de Toledo

+5.08 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

La Latina

+7.62 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Ópera

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.47 km

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

interchange Ópera — 5 min

Platform 3 · Línea 2 ·Platform 1 Towards Las Rosas

+5 min

Ópera

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 2Towards Las Rosas

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

Sol

aqua interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground0.87 km

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

interchange Sol — 5 min

Platform 3 · 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

+3.21 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Tribunal

blue interchange

+6.44 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Cuatro Caminos

red interchange

+12.88 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Tetuán

+16.09 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Plaza de Castilla

Arrive Platform 2·underground8.96 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

42 min

Total time

stops

14.3 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Pirámides	05:00	23:00	Towards Alameda de Osuna
Plaza de Castilla	05:00	23:00	Towards Pirámides

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

1.93 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.89 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~57 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€96

Auto

€202

Cab

€364

Estimates for 14.3 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Pinar de ChamartínValdecarros

Línea 5

Las RosasCuatro Caminos

Línea 5

Villaverde AltoMoncloa

Línea 5

Alameda de OsunaCasa de Campo

Línea 5

Departure station

Pirámides

underground

Pirámides, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Plaza de Castilla

underground

Plaza de Castilla, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines