How long does it take from Retiro to Rubén Darío by metro?

The journey from Retiro to Rubén Darío takes approximately 22 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 5.24 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Retiro to Rubén Darío?

The token fare from Retiro to Rubén Darío 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 Retiro for Rubén Darío?

At Retiro, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Cuatro Caminos. Look for the electronic board showing "Cuatro Caminos".

What is the last train from Retiro to Rubén Darío?

The last train from Retiro towards Cuatro Caminos departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Rubén Darío back towards Retiro departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Retiro to Rubén Darío?

There are 5 stops between Retiro and Rubén Darío on the Línea 2. The stations are: Retiro, Banco de España, Sevilla, Sol.

Retiro To Rubén Darío

ShortestShortest Route

Retiro

Platform 1·underground·Línea 2Towards Cuatro Caminos

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

Banco de España

+2.1 min

2.1 min · 0.88 km

Sevilla

+4.2 min

2.1 min · 0.88 km

Sol

aqua interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.63 km

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

interchange Sol — 5 min

Platform 3 · 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

Gran Vía

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.49 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

Rubén Darío

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.12 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

22 min

Total time

stops

5.24 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Retiro	05:00	23:00	Towards Cuatro Caminos
Rubén Darío	05:00	23:00	Towards Retiro

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

0.71 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.32 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~21 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€42

Auto

€92

Cab

€166

Estimates for 5.24 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Línea 2

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Línea 2

Departure station

Retiro

underground

Retiro, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Rubén Darío

underground

Rubén Darío, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines