How long does it take from Plaza de España to Nuevos Ministerios by metro?

The journey from Plaza de España to Nuevos Ministerios takes approximately 12 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 5.6 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Plaza de España to Nuevos Ministerios?

The token fare from Plaza de España to Nuevos Ministerios 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 Plaza de España for Nuevos Ministerios?

At Plaza de España, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Hospital Infanta Sofía. Look for the electronic board showing "Hospital Infanta Sofía".

What is the last train from Plaza de España to Nuevos Ministerios?

The last train from Plaza de España towards Hospital Infanta Sofía departs at 01:30 on weekdays. The last train from Nuevos Ministerios back towards Plaza de España departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Plaza de España to Nuevos Ministerios?

There are 4 stops between Plaza de España and Nuevos Ministerios on the Línea 10. The stations are: Plaza de España, Tribunal, Alonso Martínez, Gregorio Marañón, Nuevos Ministerios.

Plaza de España To Nuevos Ministerios

ShortestShortest Route

Plaza de España

yellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 10Towards Hospital Infanta Sofía

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

Tribunal

aqua interchange

+3.05 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Alonso Martínez

+6.1 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Gregorio Marañón

+9.15 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Nuevos Ministerios

Arrive Platform 2·underground5.6 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

12 min

Total time

stops

5.6 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Plaza de España	06:00	01:30	Towards Hospital Infanta Sofía
Nuevos Ministerios	05:00	23:00	Towards Plaza de España

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

0.76 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.35 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~22 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€44

Auto

€98

Cab

€174

Estimates for 5.6 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Plaza de España

underground

Plaza de España, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Plaza de España exit 1· Plaza de España♿

Plaza de España exit 2· Plaza de España♿

Plaza de España exit 3· Plaza de España♿

Plaza de España exit 4· Plaza de España♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Nuevos Ministerios

underground

Nuevos Ministerios, Madrid, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines