How long does it take from Menéndez Pelayo to Retiro by metro?

The journey from Menéndez Pelayo to Retiro takes approximately 27 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 10.1 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Menéndez Pelayo to Retiro?

The token fare from Menéndez Pelayo to Retiro 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 Menéndez Pelayo for Retiro?

At Menéndez Pelayo, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Pinar de Chamartín. Look for the electronic board showing "Pinar de Chamartín".

What is the last train from Menéndez Pelayo to Retiro?

The last train from Menéndez Pelayo towards Pinar de Chamartín departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Retiro back towards Menéndez Pelayo departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Menéndez Pelayo to Retiro?

There are 8 stops between Menéndez Pelayo and Retiro on the Línea 1. The stations are: Menéndez Pelayo, Atocha Renfe, Atocha, Estación del Arte, Antón Martín, Sol.

Menéndez Pelayo To Retiro

ShortestShortest Route

Menéndez Pelayo

Platform 2·underground·Línea 1Towards Pinar de Chamartín

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

Atocha Renfe

+3.23 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Atocha

+6.44 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Estación del Arte

+9.65 min

3.21 min · 1.49 km

Antón Martín

+12.88 min

3.23 min · 1.5 km

Sol

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Arrive Platform 1·underground7.47 km

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

interchange Sol — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 2 ·Platform 3 Towards Las Rosas

+5 min

Sol

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Platform 3·underground·Línea 2Towards Las Rosas

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

Sevilla

+2.08 min

2.08 min · 0.87 km

Banco de España

+4.18 min

2.1 min · 0.88 km

Retiro

Arrive Platform 2·underground2.63 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

27 min

Total time

stops

10.1 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Menéndez Pelayo	05:00	23:00	Towards Pinar de Chamartín
Retiro	05:00	23:00	Towards Menéndez Pelayo

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

1.36 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.63 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~40 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€70

Auto

€152

Cab

€272

Estimates for 10.1 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Menéndez Pelayo

underground

Menéndez Pelayo, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Retiro

underground

Retiro, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines