How long does it take from Villaverde Alto to Atocha by metro?

The journey from Villaverde Alto to Atocha takes approximately 38 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 15.02 km across 12 stops.

What is the metro fare from Villaverde Alto to Atocha?

The token fare from Villaverde Alto 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 Villaverde Alto for Atocha?

At Villaverde Alto, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Villaverde Alto. Look for the electronic board showing "Villaverde Alto".

What is the last train from Villaverde Alto to Atocha?

The last train from Villaverde Alto towards Villaverde Alto departs at 01:30 on weekdays. The last train from Atocha back towards Villaverde Alto departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Villaverde Alto to Atocha?

There are 12 stops between Villaverde Alto and Atocha on the Línea 3. The stations are: Villaverde Alto, San Cristóbal, Hospital 12 de Octubre, Almendrales, Legazpi, Delicias, Palos de la Frontera, Embajadores, Lavapiés, Sol.

Villaverde Alto To Atocha

ShortestShortest Route

Villaverde Alto

Platform 1·underground·Línea 3Towards Villaverde Alto

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

San Cristóbal

+2.63 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Hospital 12 de Octubre

+5.26 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Embajadores

+18.43 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Lavapiés

+21.06 min

2.63 min · 1.17 km

Sol

aqua interchangered interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground10.54 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

38 min

Total time

stops

15.02 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Villaverde Alto	06:00	01:30	Towards Villaverde Alto
Atocha	05:00	23:00	Towards Villaverde Alto

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

2.03 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.93 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~60 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€100

Auto

€210

Cab

€380

Estimates for 15.02 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Villaverde Alto

underground

Villaverde Alto, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Villaverde Alto exit 1· Villaverde Alto area♿

Villaverde Alto exit 2· Villaverde Alto area♿

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

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