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

The journey from Plaza de Castilla to Almendrales takes approximately 40 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 15.99 km across 12 stops.

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

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

At Plaza de Castilla, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Valdecarros. Look for the electronic board showing "Valdecarros".

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

The last train from Plaza de Castilla towards Valdecarros departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Almendrales back towards Plaza de Castilla departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Plaza de Castilla to Almendrales?

There are 12 stops between Plaza de Castilla and Almendrales on the Línea 1. The stations are: Plaza de Castilla, Tetuán, Cuatro Caminos, Bilbao, Tribunal, Gran Vía, Sol.

Plaza de Castilla To Almendrales

ShortestShortest Route

Plaza de Castilla

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Valdecarros

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

Tetuán

+3.21 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Cuatro Caminos

red interchange

+6.42 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Tribunal

blue interchange

+12.86 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Gran Vía

green interchange

+16.09 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Sol

red interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.96 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

Delicias

+10.52 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Legazpi

+13.15 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Almendrales

Arrive Platform 2·underground7.03 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

40 min

Total time

stops

15.99 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Plaza de Castilla	05:00	23:00	Towards Valdecarros
Almendrales	05:00	23:00	Towards Plaza de Castilla

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

2.16 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.99 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~64 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€106

Auto

€222

Cab

€402

Estimates for 15.99 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Línea 1

Departure 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

Arrival station

Almendrales

underground

Almendrales, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines