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

The journey from San Cristóbal to Príncipe Pío takes approximately 34 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 13.12 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from San Cristóbal to Príncipe Pío?

The token fare from San Cristóbal to Príncipe Pío 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 San Cristóbal for Príncipe Pío?

At San Cristóbal, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Moncloa. Look for the electronic board showing "Moncloa".

What is the last train from San Cristóbal to Príncipe Pío?

The last train from San Cristóbal towards Moncloa departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Príncipe Pío back towards San Cristóbal departs at 01:30.

How many stops from San Cristóbal to Príncipe Pío?

There are 11 stops between San Cristóbal and Príncipe Pío on the Línea 3. The stations are: San Cristóbal, Hospital 12 de Octubre, Almendrales, Legazpi, Delicias, Palos de la Frontera, Embajadores, Lavapiés, Sol, Callao, Plaza de España.

San Cristóbal To Príncipe Pío

ShortestShortest Route

San Cristóbal

Platform 1·underground·Línea 3Towards Moncloa

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

Hospital 12 de Octubre

+2.63 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Almendrales

+5.26 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Sol

aqua interchangered interchange

+21.06 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Callao

green interchange

+23.69 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Plaza de España

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.72 km

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

interchange Plaza de España — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 10 ·Platform 3 Towards Hospital Infanta Sofía

+5 min

Plaza de España

yellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 10Towards Hospital Infanta Sofía

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

Príncipe Pío

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.4 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

34 min

Total time

stops

13.12 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
San Cristóbal	05:00	23:00	Towards Moncloa
Príncipe Pío	05:00	23:00	Towards San Cristóbal

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

1.77 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.81 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~52 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€88

Auto

€188

Cab

€338

Estimates for 13.12 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

San Cristóbal

underground

San Cristóbal, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival 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