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

The journey from Valdecarros to Príncipe Pío takes approximately 44 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 15.7 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Valdecarros to Príncipe Pío?

The token fare from Valdecarros 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 Valdecarros for Príncipe Pío?

At Valdecarros, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Pinar de Chamartín. Look for the electronic board showing "Pinar de Chamartín".

What is the last train from Valdecarros to Príncipe Pío?

The last train from Valdecarros towards Pinar de Chamartín departs at 01:30 on weekdays. The last train from Príncipe Pío back towards Valdecarros departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Valdecarros to Príncipe Pío?

There are 11 stops between Valdecarros and Príncipe Pío on the Línea 1. The stations are: Valdecarros, Puente de Vallecas, Pacífico, Menéndez Pelayo, Atocha Renfe, Atocha, Estación del Arte, Antón Martín, Sol.

Valdecarros To Príncipe Pío

ShortestShortest Route

Valdecarros

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Pinar de Chamartín

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

Puente de Vallecas

+3.21 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Pacífico

+6.44 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Estación del Arte

+19.3 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Antón Martín

+22.53 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Sol

red interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.95 km

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

interchange Sol — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 3 ·Platform 5 Towards Villaverde Alto

+5 min

Sol

aqua interchangered interchange

Platform 5·underground·Línea 3Towards Villaverde Alto

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

Callao

green interchange

+2.63 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Plaza de España

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.35 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

44 min

Total time

stops

15.7 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Valdecarros	06:00	01:30	Towards Pinar de Chamartín
Príncipe Pío	05:00	23:00	Towards Valdecarros

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

2.12 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.97 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~63 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€104

Auto

€218

Cab

€396

Estimates for 15.7 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Valdecarros

underground

Valdecarros, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Valdecarros exit 1· Valdecarros area♿

Valdecarros exit 2· Valdecarros area♿

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

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