More Transportation options around Madrid

Find more transportation options to get around Madrid

Cercanías Renfe

Opens at 5:00 a.m. and closes at 12:00 a.m.

The Cercanías suburban trains are cheap and fast, making them the best option for getting to and from towns near the capital. They are also available at some metro stations making it easier to go further in the city faster.

Trains normally pass by every 10 to 30 minutes.

Cost: The price varies according to the distance covered. The trains are included in the Abono Joven (under 26) with no extra charge. You can buy a single ticket or a bonotren with ten trips. These are the fares, based on the zones. One-way tickets are valid for one journey during two hours following issue; the 10 journey pass are valid for a month.

Renfe & Ave 

It is important to note that Renfe Ave and the city trains are not the same. If you plan on going to another city, Valencia for example, that train ticket will not be included in the Abono Joven and that will be a separate cost. 

Buses 

Opens at 6:00 a.m. and stops at 11:30 p.m.

Daytime lines span the entire city of Madrid, so it is best for students to get to know the buses particular to the areas they will be living, studying, and possibly working in.

Cost: One ride is 1,50€, or you can use your combination 10-ride pass. Included in the Abono Joven.

Night Buses

Opens at 11:45pm. and stops at 5 a.m.

The night buses are also known as the búhos, the owls. They run when the metro is closed. There are less stops and it does not come quite as frequently as the day buses, but they are a cheap option to get home compared to a taxi.

Cost: Generally one ride is 1,50 to 2 euros if you are going somewhere within the city. Also included in the Abono Joven.

Other forms of transport

Taxis or hired car companies

• Uber
• Cabify
• FreeNow
• myTaxi

Electric Bikes

You can also rent the electric bikes for the city stations called BiciMadrid. They are very affordable but they are not included with the public transportation cards.

If you have any questions about the best forms of transportation feel free to stop by the office and ask us. Some great apps we recommend are GoogleMaps and Citymapper. Happy transporting!