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

The journey from Príncipe Pío to Carabanchel takes approximately 33 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 10.4 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Príncipe Pío to Carabanchel?

The token fare from Príncipe Pío to Carabanchel 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 Carabanchel?

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 Carabanchel?

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

How many stops from Príncipe Pío to Carabanchel?

There are 9 stops between Príncipe Pío and Carabanchel on the Línea 10. The stations are: Príncipe Pío, Plaza de España.

Príncipe Pío To Carabanchel

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

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.18 km

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

interchange Callao — 5 min

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

+5 min

Callao

yellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 5Towards Alameda de Osuna

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

Ópera

red interchange

+2.54 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

La Latina

+5.06 min

2.52 min · 1.11 km

Pirámides

+12.68 min

2.54 min · 1.12 km

Marqués de Vadillo

+15.2 min

2.52 min · 1.11 km

Carabanchel

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.82 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

33 min

Total time

stops

10.4 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

1.40 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.64 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~42 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€72

Auto

€154

Cab

€278

Estimates for 10.4 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

Carabanchel

underground

Carabanchel, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines