How long does it take from Príncipe Pío to Atocha by metro?

The journey from Príncipe Pío to Atocha takes approximately 28 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 8.23 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Príncipe Pío to Atocha?

The token fare from Príncipe Pío to Atocha 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 Príncipe Pío for Atocha?

At Príncipe Pío, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Hospital Infanta Sofía. Look for the electronic board showing "Hospital Infanta Sofía".

What is the last train from Príncipe Pío to Atocha?

The last train from Príncipe Pío towards Hospital Infanta Sofía departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Atocha back towards Príncipe Pío departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Príncipe Pío to Atocha?

There are 6 stops between Príncipe Pío and Atocha on the Línea 10. The stations are: Príncipe Pío, Plaza de España.

Príncipe Pío To Atocha

ShortestShortest Route

Príncipe Pío

Platform 2·underground·Línea 10Towards Hospital Infanta Sofía

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

Plaza de España

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.4 km

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

interchange Plaza de España — 5 min

Platform 3 · Línea 3 ·Platform 1 Towards Villaverde Alto

+5 min

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 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

Antón Martín

+3.21 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Estación del Arte

+6.44 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Atocha

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.48 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

28 min

Total time

stops

8.23 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Príncipe Pío	05:00	23:00	Towards Hospital Infanta Sofía
Atocha	05:00	23:00	Towards Príncipe Pío

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

1.11 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.51 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~33 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€60

Auto

€128

Cab

€232

Estimates for 8.23 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Príncipe Pío

underground

Príncipe Pío, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Atocha

underground

Atocha, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines