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

The journey from Lago to Ópera takes approximately 21 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 5.1 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Lago to Ópera?

The token fare from Lago 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 Lago for Ópera?

At Lago, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Hospital Infanta Sofía. Look for the electronic board showing "Hospital Infanta Sofía".

What is the last train from Lago to Ópera?

The last train from Lago towards Hospital Infanta Sofía departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Ópera back towards Lago departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Lago to Ópera?

There are 4 stops between Lago and Ópera on the Línea 10. The stations are: Lago, Príncipe Pío, Plaza de España.

Lago To Ópera

ShortestShortest Route

Lago

Platform 2·underground·Línea 10Towards Hospital Infanta Sofía

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

Príncipe Pío

+3.05 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Plaza de España

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.8 km

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

interchange Plaza de España — 5 min

Platform 3 · Línea 3 ·Platform 1 Towards Villaverde Alto

+5 min

Plaza de España

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 3Towards Villaverde Alto

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

Callao

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.18 km

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

interchange Callao — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 5 ·Platform 3 Towards Alameda de Osuna

+5 min

Callao

yellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 5Towards Alameda de Osuna

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

Ópera

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.12 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

21 min

Total time

stops

5.1 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Lago	05:00	23:00	Towards Hospital Infanta Sofía
Ópera	06:00	01:30	Towards Lago

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

0.69 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.32 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~20 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€40

Auto

€92

Cab

€162

Estimates for 5.1 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Línea 10

Departure station

Lago

underground

Lago, 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