How long does it take from Chamartín to Ópera by metro?

The journey from Chamartín to Ópera takes approximately 25 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 8.86 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Chamartín to Ópera?

The token fare from Chamartín to Ópera 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 Chamartín for Ópera?

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

What is the last train from Chamartín to Ópera?

The last train from Chamartín towards Valdecarros departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Ópera back towards Chamartín departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Chamartín to Ópera?

There are 8 stops between Chamartín and Ópera on the Línea 1. The stations are: Chamartín, Plaza de Castilla, Tetuán, Cuatro Caminos.

Chamartín To Ópera

ShortestShortest Route

Chamartín

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Valdecarros

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

Plaza de Castilla

+3.23 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Tetuán

+6.44 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Cuatro Caminos

red interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.48 km

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

interchange Cuatro Caminos — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 2 ·Platform 3 Towards Las Rosas

+5 min

Cuatro Caminos

aqua interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 2Towards Las Rosas

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

Quevedo

+2.1 min

2.1 min · 0.88 km

San Bernardo

+4.18 min

2.08 min · 0.87 km

Noviciado

+6.26 min

2.08 min · 0.87 km

Santo Domingo

+8.36 min

2.1 min · 0.88 km

Ópera

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.38 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

25 min

Total time

stops

8.86 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Chamartín	05:00	23:00	Towards Valdecarros
Ópera	06:00	01:30	Towards Chamartín

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

1.20 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.55 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~35 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€64

Auto

€136

Cab

€244

Estimates for 8.86 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Pinar de ChamartínValdecarros

Línea 1

Las RosasCuatro Caminos

Línea 1

Villaverde AltoMoncloa

Línea 1

Alameda de OsunaCasa de Campo

Línea 1

Departure station

Chamartín

underground

Chamartín, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Ópera

underground

Ópera, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Ópera exit 1· Royal Palace♿

Ópera exit 2· Royal Palace♿

Ópera exit 3· Royal Palace♿

Ópera exit 4· Royal Palace♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access