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

The journey from Plaza de Castilla to Pirámides takes approximately 36 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 14.18 km across 11 stops.

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

The token fare from Plaza de Castilla to Pirámides 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 Pirámides?

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 Pirámides?

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

How many stops from Plaza de Castilla to Pirámides?

There are 11 stops between Plaza de Castilla and Pirámides on the Línea 1. The stations are: Plaza de Castilla, Tetuán, Cuatro Caminos, Bilbao, Tribunal, Gran Vía.

Plaza de Castilla To Pirámides

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

Bilbao

+9.65 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Tribunal

blue interchange

+12.86 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Gran Vía

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.47 km

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

interchange Gran Vía — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 5 ·Platform 3 Towards Alameda de Osuna

+5 min

Gran Vía

aqua interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 5Towards Alameda de Osuna

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

Callao

yellow interchange

+2.54 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Ópera

red interchange

+5.08 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Puerta de Toledo

+10.14 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Acacias

+12.68 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Pirámides

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.71 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

36 min

Total time

stops

14.18 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

1.91 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.88 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

€200

Cab

€362

Estimates for 14.18 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Pinar de ChamartínValdecarros

Línea 1

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Línea 1

Alameda de OsunaCasa de Campo

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

Pirámides

underground

Pirámides, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines