What is the cheapest way to get from Retiro to El Escorial?

The cheapest way to get from Retiro to El Escorial is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Retiro to El Escorial?

The fastest way to get from Retiro to El Escorial is to train which takes 41 min and costs €5 - €8.

Is there a direct bus between Retiro and El Escorial?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Intercambiador Moncloa and arriving at Av.Constitución-Francisco Valiño. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Retiro and El Escorial?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid-Principe Pio and arriving at El Escorial. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Retiro to El Escorial?

The distance between Retiro and El Escorial is 50 km. The road distance is 46.5 km.

How do I travel from Retiro to El Escorial without a car?

The best way to get from Retiro to El Escorial without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs €5 - €8.

How long does it take to get from Retiro to El Escorial?

The train from Madrid-Principe Pio to El Escorial takes 41 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Retiro to El Escorial bus from?

Retiro to El Escorial bus services, operated by Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid, depart from Intercambiador Moncloa station.

Where do I catch the Retiro to El Escorial train from?

Retiro to El Escorial train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid-Principe Pio station.

Train or bus from Retiro to El Escorial?

The best way to get from Retiro to El Escorial is to train which takes 41 min and costs €5 - €8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 - €5 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Retiro to El Escorial bus arrive?

Retiro to El Escorial bus services, operated by Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid, arrive at Av.Constitución-Francisco Valiño station.

Where does the Retiro to El Escorial train arrive?

Retiro to El Escorial train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at El Escorial station.

Can I drive from Retiro to El Escorial?

Yes, the driving distance between Retiro to El Escorial is 46 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Retiro to El Escorial.

How do I get a train ticket from Retiro to El Escorial?

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Where can I stay near El Escorial?

There are 340+ hotels available in El Escorial.

Can I share a ride from Retiro to El Escorial?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Retiro and El Escorial. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Retiro to El Escorial - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Retiro to El Escorial by train (Renfe), bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Madrid-Principe Pio to El Escorialtrain 18903 / ...
41 min
€5–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Intercambiador Moncloa to Av.Constitución-Francisco Valiñobus 661
50 min
€3–5
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Madrid to El Escorialrideshare 45.5 km
59 min
€3
Drive 46.5 km
1. Drive from Retiro to El Escorialcar 46.5 km
42 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Retiro to El Escorialtaxi 46.5 km
42 min
€85–110

Retiro to El Escorial by train (Renfe)

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41 minAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Retiro to El Escorial.

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Distance: 50.3 km
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Retiro, Spain and El Escorial, Madrid, Spain?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid-Principe Pio to El Escorial every 3 hours. Tickets cost €5–8 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid operates a bus from Intercambiador Moncloa to Av.Constitución-Francisco Valiño every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €3–5 and the journey takes 50 min.

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