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There are 6 ways to get from Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD) by train, bus, taxi, car, shuttle or towncar

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Train

  1. Take the train from Estación de tren Madrid-Recoletos to Estación de tren Madrid-Aeropuerto T4

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Line 203 bus

  1. Take the line 203 bus from Cibeles to Aeropuerto T4

Taxi

  1. Take a taxi from Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD)

Drive

  1. Drive from Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD)

Shuttle

  1. Take a shuttle bus from Madrid to Madrid Airport

Towncar

  1. Take a town car from Madrid to Madrid Airport

Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD) by train

494 Weekly Trains
26 min Average Duration
€2 Cheapest Price
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Madrid → Madrid Airport (MAD)
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Rules to follow in Spain

1.5m

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Travel within Spain

There are no current restrictions

COVID-19 help in Spain

If you need help, visit the national COVID-19 website or call the COVID-19 Helpline 112

Frequently Asked Questions


Yes, travel within Spain is currently allowed.

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Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply

  • Face masks are recommended
  • There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
  • There are no current restrictions

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The national COVID-19 helpline number in Madrid Airport (MAD) is 112.

Wearing a face mask on public transport in Madrid Airport (MAD) is recommended.

The social distance requirement in Madrid Airport (MAD) is 1.5 metres.

Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 112.

Last updated: 17 May 2023
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The most affordable way to get from Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD) is to train, which costs €2 - €3 and takes 26 min.

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The quickest way to get from Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD) is to shuttle which costs €40 and takes 19 min.

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Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cibeles and arriving at Aeropuerto T4. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Estación de tren Madrid-Recoletos and arriving at Estación de tren Madrid-Aeropuerto T4. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

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The distance between Madrid and Madrid Airport (MAD) is 12 km. The road distance is 19.8 km.

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The best way to get from Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD) without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs €2 - €3.

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The train from Estación de tren Madrid-Recoletos to Estación de tren Madrid-Aeropuerto T4 takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

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Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD) train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, depart from Estación de tren Madrid-Recoletos station.

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The best way to get from Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD) is to train which takes 26 min and costs €2 - €3. Alternatively, you can line 203 bus, which costs €1 - €6 and takes 42 min.

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Map of how to get from Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD).
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  • Distance: 12.4 km
  • Duration: 26 min

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

Renfe Cercanias operates a train from Estación de tren Madrid-Recoletos to Estación de tren Madrid-Aeropuerto T4 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €2 - €3 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, Empresa Municipal de Transportes operates a bus from Cibeles to Aeropuerto T4 every 10 minutes. Tickets cost €1 - €5 and the journey takes 42 min.

Train operators
Renfe Cercanias

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 91 232 03 20
Website
renfe.com
Train from Estación de tren Madrid-Recoletos to Estación de tren Madrid-Aeropuerto T4
Ave. Duration
26 min
Frequency
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price
€2 - €3
Website
https://www.renfe.com/es/en/suburban
Bus operators
Empresa Municipal de Transportes
Other operators
Taxi from Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD)
Ave. Duration
19 min
Estimated price
€60 - €75
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
Jayride
Ave. Duration
19 min
Frequency
On demand
Shuttle from Madrid to Madrid Airport
Estimated price
€40
Towncar from Madrid to Madrid Airport

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Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD) bus services, operated by Empresa Municipal de Transportes, arrive at Aeropuerto T4 station.

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Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD) train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, arrive at Estación de tren Madrid-Aeropuerto T4 station.

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Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD) is 20 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Madrid to Madrid Airport (MAD).

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