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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Sol and El Escorial?

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

How far is it from Sol to El Escorial?

The distance between Sol and El Escorial is 50 km. The road distance is 46.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sol 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 Sol to El Escorial?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Sol to El Escorial?

The best way to get from Sol to El Escorial is to train which takes 41 min and costs €5 - €8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €4 - €7 and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the Sol to El Escorial train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sol to El Escorial?

Yes, the driving distance between Sol to El Escorial is 46 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Sol to El Escorial.

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

Book your Sol to El Escorial train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near El Escorial?

There are 330+ hotels available in El Escorial.

Can I share a ride from Sol to El Escorial?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sol 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 Escorial18903 / ...
41 min
€5–8
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Madrid to El Escorial45.5 km
59 min
€3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Intercambiador Moncloa to Av.Constitución-Francisco Valiño661
1h 3m
€4–7
Drive 46.3 km
1. Drive from Sol to El Escorial46.3 km
43 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sol to El Escorial46.3 km
43 min
€65–85

Sol to El Escorial by train (Renfe)

112Weekly Trains

41 minAverage Duration

€5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50.3 km
Duration: 41 min

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

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid-Principe Pio to El Escorial hourly. 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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