Getting around Madrid

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Get around the city easily, quickly and economically with our tourist travel card which gives unlimited use of all public transport.

The airport express service links Barajas with the city centre in 40 minutes for five euros. It runs 24 hours a day and accepts card payment.

With over 300 stations linked together by 15 lines, Madrid's underground will get you around the city quickly and hassle-free.

If you're in a bit of a hurry or just feel it's too cold to walk, the city has thousands of taxis waiting to take you wherever you want to go.

Madrid runs an efficient bus service that allows you to take in the city sights as you travel to your destination.   

The Cercanías suburban train system connects Madrid with other towns and villages in the region, including El Escorial and Aranjuez.

Explore the city in a healthy, sustainable way. Through the Madrid 360 initiative, the city reaffirms its commitment to sustainability and improving environmental protection.

Find out about the basic regulation to get around by car in our city. It is compulsory to display the environmental sticker! 

useful tips

Don't leave your hotel without this city map featuring Madrid's most famous landmarks (PDF, 29MB)

Download the map to one of the most modern underground transport networks in the world (PDF, 1.6 MB)

An informational map to help you discover the city using its public bus system (PDF, 2.4MB)

Some guidelines to help you fully enjoy your stay and make sure that nothing catches you off guard.

OFFICIAL PRODUCTS

The city’s new official sightseeing and tourist travel pass.

An observation deck offering wonderful vistas of the city.

Visit our online store (in Spanish) of souvenirs made by local artisans!

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