How long does it take from Ópera to Cuatro Caminos by metro?

The journey from Ópera to Cuatro Caminos takes approximately 11 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 4.38 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Ópera to Cuatro Caminos?

The token fare from Ópera to Cuatro Caminos 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 Ópera for Cuatro Caminos?

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

What is the last train from Ópera to Cuatro Caminos?

The last train from Ópera towards Las Rosas departs at 01:30 on weekdays. The last train from Cuatro Caminos back towards Ópera departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Ópera to Cuatro Caminos?

There are 5 stops between Ópera and Cuatro Caminos on the Línea 2. The stations are: Ópera, Santo Domingo, Noviciado, San Bernardo, Quevedo, Cuatro Caminos.

Ópera To Cuatro Caminos

ShortestShortest Route

Ópera

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 2Towards Las Rosas

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

Santo Domingo

+2.1 min

2.1 min · 0.88 km

Noviciado

+4.2 min

2.1 min · 0.88 km

San Bernardo

+6.28 min

2.08 min · 0.87 km

Quevedo

+8.36 min

2.08 min · 0.87 km

Cuatro Caminos

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.38 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

11 min

Total time

stops

4.38 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Ópera	06:00	01:30	Towards Las Rosas
Cuatro Caminos	06:00	01:30	Towards Ópera

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

0.59 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.27 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~18 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€36

Auto

€82

Cab

€146

Estimates for 4.38 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Línea 2

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Línea 2

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Línea 2

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Línea 2

Departure 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

Arrival station

Cuatro Caminos

underground

Cuatro Caminos, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Cuatro Caminos exit 1· Cuatro Caminos area♿

Cuatro Caminos exit 2· Cuatro Caminos area♿

Cuatro Caminos exit 3· Cuatro Caminos area♿

Cuatro Caminos exit 4· Cuatro Caminos area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access