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Getting from Madrid airport to the city center
Fastest options: Metro and Cercanías train. Best value: EMT Express bus.
Transport Option | Typical Time | Typical Cost | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
12-15 min | €4.50 – €6; includes €3 airport supplement | every 4–7 min (traffic dependent) | fast access to metro network | |
25-30 min | €2.60; standard single fare | every 30 min (traffic dependent) | budget travel to Atocha | |
30-40 min | €5; flat fare; 24-hour service | every 15–35 min (traffic dependent) | 24-hour budget option | |
20-40 min | fixed fare within M-30 ring | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | door-to-door convenience | |
20-45 min | €20 – €40; varies with demand and traffic | on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent) | app-based booking | |
20-40 min | €40 – €70; pre-booked; varies by provider | pre-booked (traffic dependent) | groups or guaranteed pickup | |
25-50 min | €30 – €80; daily rate; parking extra | on-demand (traffic dependent) | onward travel flexibility |
Notes:
- Prices in EUR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
- Metro requires a €3 airport supplement on top of the standard fare.
- Taxis have a fixed €30 fare to destinations within the M-30 ring road.
- Cercanías trains depart from Terminal 4 only; free shuttle connects other terminals.
- EMT Express bus operates 24 hours with increased frequency during peak times.
- We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.
Updated: December 2025
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