The Madrid metro is a practical way to travel from Valdecarros, a Zone A station served by Line 1. From Hostal Mediterranea, a three-star hotel, Valdecarros is about a 32-minute walk or 13-minute drive; the station has a lift and escalators.
- Station: Valdecarros, on Line 1
- Entrance and lift: Avenida del Ensanche de Vallecas, 120A, Madrid
- Station hours: 06:00–01:30
- Zone A single fare: €1.50–€2.00, depending on the number of stations
Getting to the metro from the hotel area
Valdecarros is the closest metro station to Hostal Mediterranea, and its entrance and lift are at Avenida del Ensanche de Vallecas, 120A. You can walk there in about 32 minutes or travel by car in about 13 minutes.
The station is marked as accessible and equipped with a lift and escalators. Its connections also include EMT bus 142 and night bus N9. The entrance and lift are open from 06:00–01:30; check the official site before you go.
How Madrid’s metro network is organized
Madrid’s metro is divided into fare zones, and Valdecarros is in Zone A. The CRTM lists eight zones in total: six within the Community of Madrid and two in Castilla-La Mancha. Your ticket needs to be valid for the zone in which you travel.
Valdecarros is served by Line 1, whose endpoints are Pinar de Chamartín and Valdecarros. For a journey, use the Madrid metro map to identify the line and check which fare zone applies to your trip. Network services can change, so consult the transport authority’s current information when planning.
Tickets, passes and using the stations
Madrid metro fares depend on the ticket type and, for a Zone A single ticket, the number of stations travelled. Single fares range from €1.50 to €2.00, and a 10-trip ticket costs €7.30.
A Zone A single ticket costs €1.50 for up to five stations. For six to nine stations, the fare rises by €0.10 per station; for ten or more, it is €2.00. Metro Zone A tickets and Transport Passes are available at automatic machines in Madrid Metro and ML1 stations.
Metro single and 10-trip tickets can be loaded onto a Personal Public Transport Card, a Multi Public Transport Card or a virtual card. Bus single tickets do not require a card. For regular journeys, compare the 10-trip ticket with the pass options that apply to your age and travel zones, and verify current prices before buying.
Connections to central Madrid and major stations
Line 1 runs between Valdecarros and Pinar de Chamartín, making it the direct line to consider when travelling from this station toward central Madrid. For other destinations, check the current metro map for connecting lines and confirm that your fare covers the zones on your journey.
If you are travelling to the airport, a Zone A pass, a tourist ticket, or a Metro single or 10-trip ticket plus an airport supplement are options.
The supplement is €3.00 and can be purchased at machines on the Metro, Metro Ligero and TFM networks, as well as through the Mi Tarjeta Transporte, Tarjeta Transporte and Tarjeta Transporte Virtual apps. Check the CRTM’s official information before travelling, since fares and travel arrangements may change.
FAQs
Which metro line serves Valdecarros?
Valdecarros is served by Line 1, whose endpoints are Pinar de Chamartín and Valdecarros.
Is Valdecarros station accessible?
The station is marked as accessible and equipped with a lift and escalators.
Can you buy metro tickets at Valdecarros?
Metro Zone A tickets and Transport Passes are available from automatic machines at Madrid Metro and ML1 stations.
What fare zone is Valdecarros in?
Valdecarros is in Metro Zone A. Tickets must be used within their zone of validity.