What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) is to drive which costs €1 - €3 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs €24 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid Airport (MAD) and Madrid (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aeropuerto T4 and arriving at Avenida De América. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Madrid Airport (MAD) and Madrid (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station). However, there are services departing from Aeropuerto Madrid Barajas T4. Metro and arriving at Intercambiador Av América Metro via Nuevos Ministerios. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station)?

The distance between Madrid Airport (MAD) and Madrid (Station) is 18 km. The road distance is 12.1 km.

How do I travel from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) without a car is to line 8 subway and line 6 subway which takes 38 min and costs €2 - €5.

How long does it take to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station)?

It takes approximately 38 min to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) bus from?

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) bus services, operated by Empresa Municipal de Transportes, depart from Aeropuerto T4 station.

Where do I catch the Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) train from?

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) train services, operated by Metro de Madrid, depart from Aeropuerto Madrid Barajas T4. Metro station.

Where does the Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) bus arrive?

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) bus services, operated by Empresa Municipal de Transportes, arrive at Avenida De América station.

Where does the Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) train arrive?

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) train services, operated by Metro de Madrid, arrive at Nuevos Ministerios station.

Can I drive from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) is 12 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station).

Where can I stay near Madrid (Station)?

There are 7030+ hotels available in Madrid (Station).

Can I share a ride from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Madrid Airport (MAD) and Madrid (Station). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) - 5 ways to travel via line 8 subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) by subway, bus, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Line 8 subway, line 6 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Aeropuerto Madrid Barajas T4. Metro to Nuevos Ministeriossubway 8
2. Take the subway from Nuevos Ministerios to Intercambiador Av América Metrosubway 6
38 min
€3–4
Drive 12.1 km
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1. Drive from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station)car 12.1 km
11 min
€2–3
Line 200 bus
1. Take the bus from Aeropuerto T4 to Avenida De Américabus 200 / ...
45 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station)taxi 12.1 km
11 min
€24–30
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Madrid-MAD to Madrid (Station)rideshare 12.1 km
11 min
€40–50

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Madrid (Station) by subway and foot

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Distance: 18.3 km
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Madrid Airport (MAD), Spain and Madrid (Station), Madrid, Spain?

You can take a subway from Aeropuerto Madrid Barajas T4. Metro to Madrid (Station) via Nuevos Ministerios and Intercambiador Av América Metro in around 38 min. Alternatively, Empresa Municipal de Transportes operates a bus from Aeropuerto T4 to Avenida De América every 5 minutes. Tickets cost €8–11 and the journey takes 36 min.

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