How long does it take from Plaza de España to Retiro by metro?

The journey from Plaza de España to Retiro takes approximately 17 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 4.98 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Plaza de España to Retiro?

The token fare from Plaza de España to Retiro 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 España for Retiro?

At Plaza de España, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Villaverde Alto. Look for the electronic board showing "Villaverde Alto".

What is the last train from Plaza de España to Retiro?

The last train from Plaza de España towards Villaverde Alto departs at 01:30 on weekdays. The last train from Retiro back towards Plaza de España departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Plaza de España to Retiro?

There are 5 stops between Plaza de España and Retiro on the Línea 3. The stations are: Plaza de España, Callao, Sol.

Plaza de España To Retiro

ShortestShortest Route

Plaza de España

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 3Towards Villaverde Alto

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

Callao

green interchange

+2.65 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

Sol

aqua interchangered interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground2.35 km

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

interchange Sol — 5 min

Platform 5 · Línea 2 ·Platform 3 Towards Las Rosas

+5 min

Sol

aqua interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 2Towards Las Rosas

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

Sevilla

+2.08 min

2.08 min · 0.87 km

Banco de España

+4.18 min

2.1 min · 0.88 km

Retiro

Arrive Platform 2·underground2.63 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

17 min

Total time

stops

4.98 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Plaza de España	06:00	01:30	Towards Villaverde Alto
Retiro	05:00	23:00	Towards Plaza de España

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

0.67 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.31 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~20 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€40

Auto

€90

Cab

€160

Estimates for 4.98 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Pinar de ChamartínValdecarros

Línea 3

Las RosasCuatro Caminos

Línea 3

Villaverde AltoMoncloa

Línea 3

Alameda de OsunaCasa de Campo

Línea 3

Departure station

Plaza de España

underground

Plaza de España, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Plaza de España exit 1· Plaza de España♿

Plaza de España exit 2· Plaza de España♿

Plaza de España exit 3· Plaza de España♿

Plaza de España exit 4· Plaza de España♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Retiro

underground

Retiro, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines