There are 6 ways to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Ciudad Lineal by train, bus, taxi or foot
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Recommended option
Train • 17 min
Cheapest option
Bus • 28 min
4 alternative options
Bus via Estación De Atocha • 31 min
Bus via Puente De Cea • 44 min
Taxi • 8 min
Walk • 1h 23m
Madrid Atocha Station to Ciudad Lineal by walk and train
The journey time between Madrid Atocha Station and Ciudad Lineal is around 17 min and covers a distance of around 6 km. Operated by Renfe Cercanias and Renfe Viajeros, the Madrid Atocha Station to Ciudad Lineal service departs from Madrid Atocha Station and arrives in Madrid-Nuevos Ministerios. Typically 1412 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Ciudad Lineal is to bus which costs €1 - €5 and takes 28 min.
The quickest way to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Ciudad Lineal is to taxi which costs €12 - €15 and takes 8 min.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Reina Sofía and arriving at Manuel Becerra. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid - Atocha Cercanías and arriving at Madrid-Nuevos Ministerios. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.
The distance between Madrid Atocha Station and Ciudad Lineal is 5 km.
The best way to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Ciudad Lineal without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs €5 - €7.
The train from Madrid - Atocha Cercanías to Madrid-Nuevos Ministerios takes 9 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.
Madrid Atocha Station to Ciudad Lineal bus services, operated by Empresa Municipal de Transportes, depart from Reina Sofía station.
Madrid Atocha Station to Ciudad Lineal train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, depart from Madrid - Atocha Cercanías station.
The best way to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Ciudad Lineal is to train which takes 17 min and costs €5 - €7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €1 - €5 and takes 28 min.

- Distance: 5.4 km
- Duration: 17 min
What companies run services between Madrid Atocha Station, Spain and Ciudad Lineal, Spain?
Renfe Cercanias operates a train from Madrid - Atocha Cercanías to Madrid-Nuevos Ministerios every 5 minutes, and the journey takes 9 min. Renfe Viajeros also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Empresa Municipal de Transportes operates a bus from Reina Sofía to Manuel Becerra every 5 minutes. Tickets cost €1 - €5 and the journey takes 28 min.

This regional commuter train system (also known as Cercanías) connects Barcelona with Catalonia and the Barcelona metropolitan area, including popular destinations like Sitges and the Costa Brava. The network of routes mostly runs overground and connects to many Barcelona metro and bus stations. Trains run frequently, and tickets can be bought at station ticket machines on the day of travel. Two children per adult (up to 6 years) can travel for free. If you’re arriving or departing Barcelona on a domestic AVE or long-distance train, check your ticket for a 5-digit Combinado Cercanias code, which is redeemable for a free local ticket from the ticket machines.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 902 320 320
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid - Atocha Cercanías to Madrid-Nuevos Ministerios
- Ave. Duration
- 9 min
- Frequency
- Every 5 minutes
- Website
- Renfe Cercanias

Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Atocha Cercanias to Madrid-Nuevos Ministerios
- Ave. Duration
- 8 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €5 - €7
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros

- Phone
- +34 902 50 78 50
- atencioncliente@emtmadrid.es
- Website
- emtmadrid.es
Bus from Reina Sofía to Manuel Becerra
- Ave. Duration
- 28 min
- Frequency
- Every 5 minutes
- Estimated price
- €1 - €5
- Website
- EMT Madrid
- Airport
- €5
Bus from Estación De Atocha to Manuel Becerra
- Ave. Duration
- 24 min
- Frequency
- Every 5 minutes
- Estimated price
- €1 - €5
- Website
- EMT Madrid
- Airport
- €5
Bus from Reina Sofía to Cibeles - Casa De América
- Ave. Duration
- 11 min
- Frequency
- Every 5 minutes
- Estimated price
- €1 - €5
- Website
- EMT Madrid
- Airport
- €5
Bus from Cibeles - Casa De América to Puente De Cea
- Ave. Duration
- 14 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €0
- Website
- EMT Madrid
- Airport
- €0
- Ave. Duration
- 8 min
- Estimated price
- €12 - €15
TeleTaxi Madrid
- Phone
- +34 913 712 131
- Website
- tele-taxi.es
Taxi Reserva
- Phone
- +34 910 85 54 44
- Website
- taxireserva.es
Taxi Airport Madrid
- Phone
- +34 685 31 42 67
- Website
- taxiairportmadrid.com
Radio Taxi Madrid Aeropuerto
- Phone
- +34 911 76 00 81
- Website
- taxiaeropuertobarajas.com
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Madrid Atocha Station to Ciudad Lineal bus services, operated by Empresa Municipal de Transportes, arrive at Manuel Becerra station.
Madrid Atocha Station to Ciudad Lineal train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, arrive at Madrid-Nuevos Ministerios station.
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