‼‼‼‼check out our 2024 MADRID AIRPORT GUIDE here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html ‼‼‼‼ ✅ check out our SELF-GUIDED travel guides on MADRID here ➡ htravelguidesspainandportugal.com/product-category/madrid/
first time traveling to Spain , have watched several videos but yours is the best one I may say / very complete and easy to understand ( just had to repeat it like 5 times ) because too much stuff to understand . I love that you take time in making visual representations makes it even more easy to understand.
Thank you so much. Having never been to Europe, getting around has been one of the things that has been stressing me out the most about my upcoming trip… despite being a frequent flyer. This is super clear and helpful and I feel a bit more confident now.
This is an excellent video to watch if you are traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Central Madrid. Extremely thorough of ALL the choices you have.
Great info mate thank you, I am coming back to Spain in August for my 5th Camino and first visit to Madrid your channel is a wonderful resource, Gracias
Have a great trip. And make sure you check the 2024 video on how to leave the airport with all the updates and changes ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
Delighted to hear that, Mike. In case you're interested, here's the list of all our Madrid videos: ua-cam.com/play/PLWH9E2sQGItr9vAqqoZTXoslMhXfc9r-M.html&si=ssMPvxKBTYAcHBBx Have a great trip!
This was a wonderful explanation. Madrid Airport is the best I've seen in Europe, a true wonder of architecture and organization. I wish this video existed in September 2021. I went there a few months after Covid international travel restrictions were lifted. T4 was closed, all flights came into T2, which I had no clue about. With T4 closed, I just assumed the only train was the Pink line...wow was it a long trip to Atocha and then Toledo. But in 2022, all was open, and all was good. I caught one of the Alsa buses to Burgos, it's so convenient! The airport authorities really take into consideration the traveler's needs, something not seen in other European capitals (cough, Paris).
Thank you, David. Many people are scared of Madrid airport but we agree with your assessment, although we are probably biased as we know it like the palm of our hand. Compared to other large international airports, Barajas is a joy to navigate.
I had to change my travel plans. I was supposed to leave to Barcelona today, but instead I'm going to Madrid in two weeks. Thanks so much for this video. You help sooooo many people.😊
Thank you very much Tony for the thorough informations. I have just discovered your chanel and love it. I strongly recommend it for those who plan to visit Spain ( like us in a few months). 5 stars !
Hola Tony, if we buy a one day tourist card for municipality of Madrid ( a little more than 8 €), can we use it to travel from the Madrid airport to the city centre without paying an airport extra charge? Thank you again for your video
Hola Tony ! 😊 You always produce very comprehensive videos, providing useful tips for travelers visiting Madrid … making the visit comfortable and enjoyable. 👍 👍 👍 Thanks again for another very informative video. 👌 👌 👌 Btw… I got the same body bag you use. Keeps your valuables safe and secure . 👍
Thanks a lot, Jasper. We made a big effort to try to be as helpful and comprehensive as possible. All the best! P.S.: that body bag is quite handy, isn't it? I only use it during the warmer months of the year, when wearing a coat with internal pockets is out of the question.
Thank you for taking the stress out of figuring out the best way to get to the city center for a variety of situations. Excellent organization and presentation
Such a comprehensive video and easy to understand. I couldn’t remember how I got from the airport to the Anton Martin subway stop (was in Spain in 2018) and your video was perfect. Thank you so much!
Great videos, all of them! Thank you! I have seen quite a few on your UA-cam channel. One thing I would like: a video covering rental-car tips and how-to's - for example when you land in Madrid or Barcelona - where are all the car rental agencies located and how to exit the airport in rental car and how to return the rental car back at the Madrid/Barcelona airports, in terms of driving exits, car entries, road tolls etc. Let us assume you have landed in Madrid or Barcelona airport but you want to rent a car at airport and immediately bypass these big cities and drive to another part of Spain, such as to Valencia, Girona, Toledo, Salamanca, Malaga etc.
Thanks for your words, Yuri. We would like to do a video as the one you suggest, but it is incredibly complex. For instance, at Madrid airport, there are multiple locations for car rental companies. Each one with their own rules for the return of the cars. Also, if you arrive in Madrid, you might want to go in five or six different directions. We would have to record a five-hour video to cover all the ground! Until we come to a solution of presenting that information in a meaningful way, we have a series of Q&A videos where we can accommodate specific questions related to your trip. All the best!
Thank you for the info. One question please: our plain arrives at 22:45 on T4 (Iberia-european flight). We have just cabin bagage. How much time do we need to taxi zones? (We have to be in hostel by midnight ,so that is why I ask :) Thank you in advance ❤
It will depend on the location of your gate. Anything between 10 and 30 minutes. The last four flights we've taken into Madrid have arrived with extraordinary delays. Check our 2024 guide on how to leave the airport ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
Hi Tony. I have been watching a lot of your videos lately which are fantastic! You have been a great help for us. Our flight will arrive in Terminal 2 in Barajas at 19:30, in April. There are two of us with maybe 2 big and 2 small luggages. We are looking to go straight to our Hotel Chic&Basic Dot (C. del Maestro Victoria), what would you personally recommend the transportation method that suits us? Thanks for your help. Regards, Hadi
Hello Hadinata, great to hear we are being helpful. I would recommend you take either a taxi (fixed fare of 30€ for the cab) or the ride sharing service of your choice. All the best!
Wow! You just saved my life! I arrive at T2 and thought I had to go to T4 for the train. But it's easier just catching the Linea Expres to Atocha then taking a Bolt to the Sol area. Unless there's a more direct way to get to my hotel - Intelier Palacio de San Martín. Thanks for making it less intimidating.
Hi Tony, fantastic video this will be really useful for when I travel to Madrid tomorrow. With the Metobus 10 journey ticket if I was to get the metro, get off and then get on a bus is this classed as two trips? Or just the one? Thank you for your help 😊
Hello David, we have a video with updated information on how to leave the airport here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html If you get metro and bus, it will discount two trips from your card.
Amazing video, the best out there on the subject, thank you so much. It's a shame there isn't a metro that gets you from the airport directly to Sol or the Gran Via area without a transfer. Mixing renfe and metro with two different ticket systems, I may just take a taxi if traffic isn't bad when we need it. Thank you again
Thanks Giulio. The local authorities are beginning tests on an app that will serve that purpose, but so far it's not an option for visitors to the city.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal great video! Clear and very precise. Looking forward to my trip in Oct! Just a question, would you have a rough estimate of how long it would take from landing, immigration, luggage retrieval to Atocha Station? I need to get on a train to Sevilla on the same day I arrive in Madrid. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Mikey, impossible to try even an estimate. Your plane might be late. You could go through immigration in 10 minutes or take one hour. On this video we share our advice on flight>train connections: ua-cam.com/video/QYvUn-sJxZ4/v-deo.html
Hello! You’re an amazing person! Im coming to madrid on monday at night around 11 pm . And im going to the hotel at SAGASTA, will i find metro or buses at around 00:00 or 1:00 am ? And which ticket should i buy? Please help me because this is my first time in europe
Hi, Tony! We're an elderly couple visiting Madrid for the first time in some days. We'll arrive after 21:00 to T1 and our accomodation is at Hostal Oliver. We have only backpack. Could you please suggest me the best way to reach this Hostal? I'm a bit confused through the lots of possibilities in public transport. One more thing: I really enjoy your videos, they really help to prepare for the trip. Thank you! Hajnalka
Thank you, Hajnalka. As discussed on the video, the best option for you would be a taxi or a Bolt/Cabify/Uber. Second best option, the airport train from T4 to Atocha and then local train C4 to Sol, near your hostel. Do check out our thoughts here: ua-cam.com/video/c6TD5KOjKQg/v-deo.html All the best.
Hello, Thank you for all your information! I used your advice when we traveled to Barcelona as well! We are planning a trip to Madrid and I am trying to figure out the train/metro from the airport to Plaza de Tirso de Molina. Any recommendations?
Hi, take the airport train to Atocha and then metro line 1 to Tirso de Molina. Please check our 2024 video on how to leave the airport here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
Hello, another very informative video . Great for all modes of transportation. I did not hear you say though where private transfers would be waiting for you at ? Such as Welcome Pickups? Thank you 😊
Hi Penny, we never mention private transfers as there is absolutely no need for them in Spain, they are almost exclusively used by businesses. You would have to check the specific location with the company you are hiring.
Thank you for the videos you’re making very informative! ! My family 3 of us will be going to Madrid for 5 days what card you recommend for the metro and bus ? And also for Barcelona for 3 people for 4 days what card for public transportation? Thank you for all you do !
Our pleasure. We have an updated 2024 video here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html For Madrid, get a Metrobús 10 journeys, see more details here ua-cam.com/video/dXaVX0Pag08/v-deo.html See the details of Barcelona transport cards here ua-cam.com/video/HbJzpyxLCzg/v-deo.html
Excellent video! I have an ask.. I need to get to Hilton Madrid Airport from T4 terminal. My understanding is, that there is a shuttle bus leaving from door 10 (every 30 mins, free of charge). Is it accross the taxi lane and then turning left? Thanks in advance.
Your understanding is correct. Leave T4, cross the taxi lane and turn left till you reach the place where the hotel shuttle vans operate. All the best!
Thank you for advice. Me and my daughter will stay in Chueca district. Is it better to take the Linea Expres bus as we arrive at T4 airport then to Cibeles. Short walk to accommodation.
Hi Joanie, are you 100% sure your accommodation is a short walk from Cibeles? If so, Línea Exprés can be an option indeed. Check out or 2024 video on transportation from the airport here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
my flight will be arrived at T4s. May I know if hotel regente madrid is in area M-30?Also if need to prebook the large taxi you mentioned in the Video ? or just lineup the large taxi at airport? thank you
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal If i need to have big taxi to mad airport from hotel regente madrid also under flat rate euro 30 ? Need to prebook ? 🙏🙏 Your youtube channel is very helpful😊 Thank you very much.
Very informative channel! We have an early flight from the Madrid's airport leaving at 7:40 am ( to Lisbon) in mid August. We will be leaving from Hostal Victoria 2. What is the best way to get to the airport(except the taxi) in time?
Hello Tony I’m traveling to Madrid for the first time and I’m watching your videos over n over. I’m not sure where to get the “título turístico? Is in the same machine as the Multi card? Thank you
Thanks for the videos, they’re a great help. Can you tell me how to pay for the airport surcharge when returning from the city to the airport? Does it simply come off the card credit, or do I need to use a machine to pay the surcharge? Thanks.
You need to load it at a ticket machine, can be done in the centre of Madrid or on arrival at the airport. Check out our 2024 airport guide ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
I arrived at Madrid airport yesterday. To my surprise, there was a blue bus with the number 203 going to Atocha station. Is this the express bus? Thank you for the videos. I was in Lisbon before and the videos were very helpful there too.
Hello, yes, for some reason that we cannot understand, someone in power decided to remove the yellow from the Airport Expres bus and paint it exactly as the remaining buses in Madrid. It is the same express bus but now it's more difficult to identify. We will reflect the change on next year's video on how to leave the airport.
Tony, thanks for your detailed video instructions! I plan to take train from airport, and tranfer to C4 to Sol. Do I need to buy a separate ticket for C4 at Nuevos Ministerios station?
Hi, no, you don't, when you purchase your train ticket, you select your destination, any connections in the way are already included. Be aware there is ongoing work and trains and currently not running along the line you will need (from Nuevos Ministerios to Sol).
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Thanks for your reply! If the work does not finish in November, I plan to transfer to C4 to Sol via Atocha Station, is this an easy alternative besides taking a rideshare ?
@@Jin-vg2xz assuming C4 is running ok (for a time it also went through a period of maintenance work), it is an alternative, but do check out this video: ua-cam.com/video/c6TD5KOjKQg/v-deo.html
Thank you very much for your detailed explanations on various transport available from airport to the city. Going to Madrid end of this month, i like to know where do i change to Callao metro with airport metro or local bus? Also, does the express bus stop near Callao metro? Greatly appreciate your reply.
This is a great video, thanks for sharing. So many detailed explanation. I was confused on how to travel from the airport to my accommodation but now I have a better picture. But wanted to confirm: I need to go to Embajadores station, travelling by metro seems very confusing with many changes, but after watching your video, I think the best way would be to take the Renfe train from T4 directly to Delicias station, and from Delicias station I can take the metro to Embajadores which is only 2 stations away, am I correct? When the train arrives at Delicias station, is it the same station where I can take the metro, just need to change platform? or are the train and metro station separate buildings?
Hello there, first of all, we have an up-to-date video for 2024 here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html You could do as you suggest, no problem at all. The railway station and the metro station are separate from each other but are connected by an internal corridor.
Thank you Tony. Your videos are very helpful. Do you have a video that explains how to transfer from the Madrid airport train to a high-speed train at Madrid Atocha station? I will be arriving at MAD, then taking a high-speed train to Sevilla.
Thanks, Laura. We don't have a specific video but, basically, you can take the airport train directly to Atocha or, if you are traveling with luggage, take a taxi (30€ fixed fare) or a ridesharing service. All the best.
Tony, first of all thank you for all your video content . It’s the best and most informative . My wife and I are going to Madrid, Barcelona , Lisbon and Portugal next month so I have some questions for you . 1) what’s the cost efficient and realistic way from MAD to Atocha station with 2 big luggage ? 2) what about from BCN to Barcelona Sants station? 3) is Puerta de Atocha the same as Estacion de Atocha? Thanks a lot !
Hi again, Bill. To reach Atocha you can take the airport train, the airport bus or, traveling with luggage, a taxi or a Bolt/Cabify/Uber. Puerta de Atocha is part of the Estación de Atocha.
Thank you so much for your wonderful video. I have a question about travelling in a group, if I am a group of 6. My hotel is close to Sol station on C4. I have 2 options, either take C1 Train and then Take C4, OR take Metro 8 Line, then C4. Based on this, which option do you think is best for us? Since I have to take Metro (C4) in the end, I think it is better just to get Metro Card and use for everyone in my group right? That way you don't worry about getting Renfe card? Thanks for your advice!
Hi, Tony. Wonderful videos; big fan! Only one topic has been a little confusing: the Madrid Tourist Ticket/Tourist Travel Pass. I’d like to purchase a 4-Day Tourist Ticket for my metro trips around the city, but I’d also like to use the C1/C10 Cercanias train to get from Barajas to Chamartin station so I can then transfer to metro L1. I’ve seen conflicting information about whether the Tourist Travel Pass includes the C1/C10 Cercanias trains. If you might clarify, I would be very grateful. Kindly, A. Reyes
Hi Alec, many thanks for your words. We have a video on the Tourist Ticket: ua-cam.com/video/HJHUDy7pb_A/v-deo.html The official website is quite clear, it is valid on the trains running within the city of Madrid (including the airport). If you feel unsure, there is an information booth (we show it in the video) near the metro station where you can seek clarification (rather, confirmation) on that regard. All the best.
HELLO! I am travelling to Madrid on Wednesday, can you please tell me how could I get from the RyanAir T1 arrival point to Cibeles Fountain? Keep in mind we are arriving at around 22:00. Thank you!!! (I am also travelling with me another adult and one child and one teen)
The best informative video how to get from Madrid airport, ¡Gracias!!!! You've mentioned at video you could recommend us the most convenient ways to get from airport. I'm arriving on Tuesday evening in Madrid, at T2 and we have to reach at Aravaca. After collecting lots of info I realize that best way is either use free shuttle bus to get to T4 and take a train line C10, or use a sharing TAXI like Bolt, Uber etc from T2. If this is not hard for you, can you advise? Many, many thanks in advance!
Hello Irma, you don't mention exactly where in Aravaca you are heading, it is quite a large region. Without knowing the specific location, we would say Bolt/Cabify/Uber will probably be your best choice. All the best!
@@irmalaghadze4426 line C10 departing from the airport to Aravaca will leave you at a 10 minute walk from that address. We imagine you are not going to Madrid on tourism, as Pozuelo de Alarcón is really far from the centre.
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Thanks for your answer! Yes, I’m going to visit Madrid for tourism, I know place is very far away from centre, but we are staying with friend, she’s has been living in Madrid for years. Thanks again😍
Hola, Tony Thanks for your videos and this one in particular. I am travelling with a friend to T1 Madrid-Barajas in October and we will be staying in Alcala de Henares. I could use the train from T4 changing in Atocha, but I have used the 824 bus before which gets closer to the centre of Alcala and avoids Do you know if you can still by tickets on the bus please? Or do I have to prepay on a Madrid card? Also do you have an estimate of the taxi fare to Alcala from the airport should we decide to take extra luggage pleae? Gracias
Hi Peter, we believe you can buy the tickets from the bus driver, you can certainly do that on Madrid blue buses, so you should be able to do so as well on the 824. A taxi to Alcalá should cost around 55€, depending on the time of the day, the day of the week and the state of traffic leaving Madrid. All the best.
Hi Tony, Thank you for your speedy reply. We will try the bus if the timings are right - it only runs every 40 minutes or so. Otherwise we will go to T4, get our Tarejta Dorada cards from the Renfe office and use the Cercanias. Gracias Peter
Hello! Thank you so much for your very informative and helpful videos!! I hope you don’t mind, I need to ask a question please: I saw one of your videos about taking the train from Madrid airport to Madrid Charmatin train station and you said something about free tickets, could you explain further please? Thank you in advance!!
Thank you very much Tony, it is a really useful video, may I know is it free to travel from Terminal 1/2/3 to terminal 4 by shuffle bus in the airport?
Hi! Thank you for an amazing video. Can you please tell me if I can take the train to the Chamantin station and change there to Valencia? Or do I have to travel to Atocha station and take the train from there?
Thanks, Cristina. It all depends on the departure point of your train, trains from Valencia can leave from Chamartín (the majority) or Atocha (a handful). But you can easily reach both stations from the airport by train.
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal we arrive at terminal 2 in Madrid tomorrow. Should we take the connecting buss to terminal 4 and take the train from there? And after change at Chamantin? What is your recommendation?
@@cristinaclaudiacodrea2730 sorry we couldn't reply earlier, we don't run a 24 hour operation, only reply to questions once per day. Next time, please allow us more time to help you. Like we said, it all depends on the departure station for your train to Valencia, what is written on the ticket?
Thanks for another great/informative video! Do you happen to know if the Atocha Stations "left luggage" lockers are currently available? Muchas gracias!
The lockers are still closed, in our opinion, it is a true disgrace. Tourism is back in force in Spain, but the lockers are still closed. No idea of when will ADIF (the company responsible for the stations) will get their act together on this.
So helpful!!! I would like to ask a question about the train or metro tickets. Is there an official app to buy the tickets online instead of the machines? Thank you!!
If you are traveling light (check out this video ua-cam.com/video/c6TD5KOjKQg/v-deo.html ), take the airport metro to NUEVOS MINISTERIOS, change to line 10, travel to TRIBUNAL and walk to your accommodation.
Always be careful of your valuables while at the/on train stations and airports. I almost got pickpocketed while waiting for train at MAD T4 train platform. I was busy looking at my phone while a guy was trying to open my backpack. Luckily the train arrived, I turned my head and saw him behind me with his jacket drapped covering my backpack, he startled and asked me to board the train as the train door opened. I was confused, shocked and boarded the train and knew that he was trying to open my backpack. I checked and saw the zipper was slightly opened. I didn't hear or feel anything while he was behind me trying to rob me. I was so relieved that he didn't manage to take anything, had the train came just 1 or 2 minutes later he would probably got my wallet which was in the backpack.
We stress that point in this video and in many others, including the mistakes you should avoid making in Spain: ua-cam.com/video/r3YYQ4pk6As/v-deo.html
Hi Tony we plan on visiting Madrid next year and want to go by train to Burgos. Which train station in Madrid would be best for us to use and how would we get there from the airport. Thank you for your help.
Hello, trains for Burgos depart from Chamartín station. The airport train sounds like the best option for you to get there. See all the details on the up-to-date video on how to leave the airport here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
Amazing video - thank you! We'll be going to Madrid in October. One question - is the 30 euros taxi fare per person or per trip? Also, is it customary to tip taxi drivers, and if so, what is usual? Thanks again!
Hi Glenn, 30€ is the fare per trip, regardless of the number of passengers. It is not customary to tip taxi drivers, see how tipping works in Spain here: ua-cam.com/video/BsC4YV6ezzY/v-deo.html
Your brilliant video showed me the info for T1 to T4. I have ticket for ALSA bus to Burgos, which leaves from outside T4 I believe. So when I get off the T1->T4 bus, do I even have to enter T4? Can you explain where I would catch the ALSA bus?
hi Tony, great videos, I really appreciate if you can give me a hand. We will be at Plaza del Carmen, close to Sol and Gran Via, we will need to go to Barajas Airport T4 to resume our trip, which is the best transportation to T4? Thank you very much
Hello. If you are traveling light, you can follow the instructions we have here: ua-cam.com/video/Z8EU5rjmvGo/v-deo.html Otherwise, take a taxi or a Bolt/Cabify/Uber.
‼‼‼‼check out our 2024 MADRID AIRPORT GUIDE here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html ‼‼‼‼
✅ check out our SELF-GUIDED travel guides on MADRID here ➡ htravelguidesspainandportugal.com/product-category/madrid/
Great explanation very helpful
Many thanks
I love that you show the path to the various destinations. It's nice to have a sense of familiarity with the airport even on first visit.
Great to hear that, Sally!
this is amazing, thank you for the professionalism and top quality information
We thank you for your kind comment and recommend you watch our updated (and improved) video on the topic here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
One of the most organized and helpful videos on UA-cam. Gracias!
¡Gracias a ti!
first time traveling to Spain , have watched several videos but yours is the best one I may say / very complete and easy to understand ( just had to repeat it like 5 times ) because too much stuff to understand . I love that you take time in making visual representations makes it even more easy to understand.
Thank you, Jayne, delighted to be of help.
Amazing video! This is probably one of the best & most insightful videos on how to get out of the Madrid Airport on UA-cam 🤩 ¡Gracias!
¡De nada! Thanks for your words, we tried to be as helpful as possible.
Thank you so much. Having never been to Europe, getting around has been one of the things that has been stressing me out the most about my upcoming trip… despite being a frequent flyer. This is super clear and helpful and I feel a bit more confident now.
Great to hear that, Susanne.
Kiitos! This was very useful and exactly the information I needed.
Very kind of you! Great to hear that!
Thanks!
That's very kind of you!
Hi just been to Madrid for 5 days.....your vid on metro tickets was bang on for us...Thank you.
Great to hear that, Richard.
Best content ever. THANKS A LOT! VERY VERY HELPFULL!!!
Great to hear that, Loely!
This is an excellent video to watch if you are traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Central Madrid. Extremely thorough of ALL the choices you have.
Thank you!
Great explanations, thank you very much!
Great to hear that!
Thank you very much, this is so informative! I don’t understand why you don’t have more likes, this is awesome!
Many thanks for that. We feel our 2024 edition of how to leave the airport is even better, check it out here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
Excellent video, thank you!
Any time!
Great info mate thank you, I am coming back to Spain in August for my 5th Camino and first visit to Madrid your channel is a wonderful resource, Gracias
¡De nada! Thanks for your kind words, John.
These videos are very useful! I'll be using the tips in a few weeks! Thank you!
Have a great trip. And make sure you check the 2024 video on how to leave the airport with all the updates and changes ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
Muchas Gracias for an awesome video. Can't wait for my trip.
Getting closer!
Very informative video. Thanks for the info.
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Fantastic video.
Thank you, but do not miss our updated (and improved) 2024 video ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
🎉Thank you so much very much indeed ! This is really useful , detailed and beneficial info
Great to hear that, Ped.
This is a great video for people who have never been to Madrid before.
Thank you, Arthur. We also recommend you watch our essential introduction to Madrid here: ua-cam.com/video/eP_f_i9vGxg/v-deo.html
Exactly video . Thank you
👏👏👏 ¡De nada!
What a fantastic video, thank you Tony, really helpful for our first trip to Madrid this week.
Delighted to hear that, Mike. In case you're interested, here's the list of all our Madrid videos: ua-cam.com/play/PLWH9E2sQGItr9vAqqoZTXoslMhXfc9r-M.html&si=ssMPvxKBTYAcHBBx Have a great trip!
Thanks Tony for all the info and insight.😀
Delighted to be of help, Joe!
Thank you, Tony, so much for thoughtfull and clear explanations!
Our pleasure, Lilia!
Excellent, thank you !!
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This is an excellent video thanks!
Great to hear that, Mark.
Incredibly helpful. Thank you so much ❤
Delighted to hear that.
Video show! Everything is very well explained and detailed. Excellent maps, animations and images! Another high quality production. I loved it 👏‼️
Thank you so much, Yara. Delighted to hear that!
This was a wonderful explanation. Madrid Airport is the best I've seen in Europe, a true wonder of architecture and organization. I wish this video existed in September 2021. I went there a few months after Covid international travel restrictions were lifted. T4 was closed, all flights came into T2, which I had no clue about. With T4 closed, I just assumed the only train was the Pink line...wow was it a long trip to Atocha and then Toledo. But in 2022, all was open, and all was good. I caught one of the Alsa buses to Burgos, it's so convenient! The airport authorities really take into consideration the traveler's needs, something not seen in other European capitals (cough, Paris).
Thank you, David. Many people are scared of Madrid airport but we agree with your assessment, although we are probably biased as we know it like the palm of our hand. Compared to other large international airports, Barajas is a joy to navigate.
Thank you very much for all your explanations it does help so much during the trip to Spain . Merci
Great to hear that, Jacinthe! All the best!
I had to change my travel plans. I was supposed to leave to Barcelona today, but instead I'm going to Madrid in two weeks. Thanks so much for this video. You help sooooo many people.😊
Glad to hear that, Rebecca!
Thank you great video
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Thank you very much Tony for the thorough informations. I have just discovered your chanel and love it. I strongly recommend it for those who plan to visit Spain ( like us in a few months). 5 stars !
Many thanks for your kind words and be very welcome to the channel!
Hola Tony, if we buy a one day tourist card for municipality of Madrid ( a little more than 8 €), can we use it to travel from the Madrid airport to the city centre without paying an airport extra charge? Thank you again for your video
@@thienhoanguyen1675 yes, you can. See all the info about the tourist card here: ua-cam.com/video/HJHUDy7pb_A/v-deo.html
Great video
Thanks, Kiet.
Great video! Thanks Tony.
Any time!
Hola Tony ! 😊
You always produce very comprehensive videos, providing useful tips for travelers visiting Madrid … making the visit comfortable and enjoyable. 👍 👍 👍
Thanks again for another very informative video. 👌 👌 👌
Btw… I got the same body bag you use. Keeps your valuables safe and secure . 👍
Thanks a lot, Jasper. We made a big effort to try to be as helpful and comprehensive as possible. All the best!
P.S.: that body bag is quite handy, isn't it? I only use it during the warmer months of the year, when wearing a coat with internal pockets is out of the question.
Thank you for taking the stress out of figuring out the best way to get to the city center for a variety of situations. Excellent organization and presentation
Great to hear that, Andrea.
Thank you so much :D
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You do very good work, thank you for the video.
Our pleasure!
Such a comprehensive video and easy to understand. I couldn’t remember how I got from the airport to the Anton Martin subway stop (was in Spain in 2018) and your video was perfect. Thank you so much!
Great to hear that, Diane, thank you!
Hi Diane, how did you get to Anton Martin station? I am traveling there in 2 days
Thank you so much!
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Very clear and helpful thanks
Our pleasure!
Thanks Tony ! I appreciate it
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best videos!! Thanks so much
Our pleasure. But you've missed our 2024 edition of this video here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
Great videos, all of them! Thank you! I have seen quite a few on your UA-cam channel. One thing I would like: a video covering rental-car tips and how-to's - for example when you land in Madrid or Barcelona - where are all the car rental agencies located and how to exit the airport in rental car and how to return the rental car back at the Madrid/Barcelona airports, in terms of driving exits, car entries, road tolls etc. Let us assume you have landed in Madrid or Barcelona airport but you want to rent a car at airport and immediately bypass these big cities and drive to another part of Spain, such as to Valencia, Girona, Toledo, Salamanca, Malaga etc.
Thanks for your words, Yuri. We would like to do a video as the one you suggest, but it is incredibly complex. For instance, at Madrid airport, there are multiple locations for car rental companies. Each one with their own rules for the return of the cars. Also, if you arrive in Madrid, you might want to go in five or six different directions. We would have to record a five-hour video to cover all the ground! Until we come to a solution of presenting that information in a meaningful way, we have a series of Q&A videos where we can accommodate specific questions related to your trip. All the best!
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Muchas gracias, pero no dejes de ver la versión actualizada aquí ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
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Thank you for the info. One question please: our plain arrives at 22:45 on T4 (Iberia-european flight). We have just cabin bagage. How much time do we need to taxi zones? (We have to be in hostel by midnight ,so that is why I ask :) Thank you in advance ❤
It will depend on the location of your gate. Anything between 10 and 30 minutes. The last four flights we've taken into Madrid have arrived with extraordinary delays. Check our 2024 guide on how to leave the airport ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
I just subscribed. thanks
Be very welcome to the channel!
Hi Tony. I have been watching a lot of your videos lately which are fantastic! You have been a great help for us.
Our flight will arrive in Terminal 2 in Barajas at 19:30, in April. There are two of us with maybe 2 big and 2 small luggages. We are looking to go straight to our Hotel Chic&Basic Dot (C. del Maestro Victoria), what would you personally recommend the transportation method that suits us?
Thanks for your help.
Regards,
Hadi
Hello Hadinata, great to hear we are being helpful. I would recommend you take either a taxi (fixed fare of 30€ for the cab) or the ride sharing service of your choice. All the best!
Thank you Tony. I hope you continue to do these videos to help people travel!
@@hadinatasalim352 we intend to continue recording videos for a long time!
Tony, fantastic? A question: Are city highlights in general close to high speed train stations?
Most are not. Check our updated video on airport transportation here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
Wow! You just saved my life! I arrive at T2 and thought I had to go to T4 for the train. But it's easier just catching the Linea Expres to Atocha then taking a Bolt to the Sol area. Unless there's a more direct way to get to my hotel - Intelier Palacio de San Martín. Thanks for making it less intimidating.
A ridesharing service direct to the hotel might not be that much more expensive. Cabify and Bolt tend to be cheaper than Uber.
Hi Tony, fantastic video this will be really useful for when I travel to Madrid tomorrow. With the Metobus 10 journey ticket if I was to get the metro, get off and then get on a bus is this classed as two trips? Or just the one? Thank you for your help 😊
Hello David, we have a video with updated information on how to leave the airport here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html If you get metro and bus, it will discount two trips from your card.
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Amazing video, the best out there on the subject, thank you so much. It's a shame there isn't a metro that gets you from the airport directly to Sol or the Gran Via area without a transfer. Mixing renfe and metro with two different ticket systems, I may just take a taxi if traffic isn't bad when we need it. Thank you again
Our pleasure, Charles. But make sure you check our 2024 video, with updated information: ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
Love your video. Very detailed and easy to watch. Thanks. Do you know if is it possible to have a digital wallet app instead of buying the multi card?
Thanks Giulio. The local authorities are beginning tests on an app that will serve that purpose, but so far it's not an option for visitors to the city.
Thanks for your reply. Highly appreciated@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal great video! Clear and very precise. Looking forward to my trip in Oct! Just a question, would you have a rough estimate of how long it would take from landing, immigration, luggage retrieval to Atocha Station? I need to get on a train to Sevilla on the same day I arrive in Madrid. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Mikey, impossible to try even an estimate. Your plane might be late. You could go through immigration in 10 minutes or take one hour. On this video we share our advice on flight>train connections: ua-cam.com/video/QYvUn-sJxZ4/v-deo.html
Hello! You’re an amazing person!
Im coming to madrid on monday at night around 11 pm . And im going to the hotel at SAGASTA, will i find metro or buses at around 00:00 or 1:00 am ? And which ticket should i buy? Please help me because this is my first time in europe
Hello there, at that time of the night your best bet is a taxi or a Bolt/Cabify/Uber.
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal hello sir!
When does public transport stops? I might get from airport at 00h am I’ve heard they stop at 1:30 am right?
@@sidahmed01 we mention along the video the operating times of all the transports we mention. It changes from one means of transport to another.
Hi, Tony! We're an elderly couple visiting Madrid for the first time in some days. We'll arrive after 21:00 to T1 and our accomodation is at Hostal Oliver. We have only backpack. Could you please suggest me the best way to reach this Hostal? I'm a bit confused through the lots of possibilities in public transport. One more thing: I really enjoy your videos, they really help to prepare for the trip. Thank you!
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Thank you, Hajnalka. As discussed on the video, the best option for you would be a taxi or a Bolt/Cabify/Uber. Second best option, the airport train from T4 to Atocha and then local train C4 to Sol, near your hostel. Do check out our thoughts here: ua-cam.com/video/c6TD5KOjKQg/v-deo.html All the best.
Muchas gracias! @@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
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Hello, Thank you for all your information! I used your advice when we traveled to Barcelona as well! We are planning a trip to Madrid and I am trying to figure out the train/metro from the airport to Plaza de Tirso de Molina. Any recommendations?
Hi, take the airport train to Atocha and then metro line 1 to Tirso de Molina. Please check our 2024 video on how to leave the airport here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
Hello, another very informative video . Great for all modes of transportation. I did not hear you say though where private transfers would be waiting for you at ? Such as Welcome Pickups? Thank you 😊
Hi Penny, we never mention private transfers as there is absolutely no need for them in Spain, they are almost exclusively used by businesses. You would have to check the specific location with the company you are hiring.
Thank you for the videos you’re making very informative! ! My family 3 of us will be going to Madrid for 5 days what card you recommend for the metro and bus ?
And also for Barcelona for 3 people for 4 days what card for public transportation? Thank you for all you do !
Our pleasure. We have an updated 2024 video here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html For Madrid, get a Metrobús 10 journeys, see more details here ua-cam.com/video/dXaVX0Pag08/v-deo.html See the details of Barcelona transport cards here ua-cam.com/video/HbJzpyxLCzg/v-deo.html
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Thank you so much for all you do ! Keep up the good work ! We like watching you helping people out with their trips
Excellent video! I have an ask..
I need to get to Hilton Madrid Airport from T4 terminal.
My understanding is, that there is a shuttle bus leaving from door 10 (every 30 mins, free of charge).
Is it accross the taxi lane and then turning left?
Thanks in advance.
Your understanding is correct. Leave T4, cross the taxi lane and turn left till you reach the place where the hotel shuttle vans operate. All the best!
Thank you for advice. Me and my daughter will stay in Chueca district. Is it better to take the Linea Expres bus as we arrive at T4 airport then to Cibeles. Short walk to accommodation.
Hi Joanie, are you 100% sure your accommodation is a short walk from Cibeles? If so, Línea Exprés can be an option indeed. Check out or 2024 video on transportation from the airport here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
my flight will be arrived at T4s.
May I know if hotel regente madrid is in area M-30?Also if need to prebook the large taxi you mentioned in the Video ? or just lineup the large taxi at airport? thank you
Hotel Regente is within the M30 indeed. No need to prebook a large taxi, just ask for one when you join the queue at the taxi rank
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If i need to have big taxi to mad airport from hotel regente madrid also under flat rate euro 30 ? Need to prebook ? 🙏🙏
Your youtube channel is very helpful😊
Thank you very much.
Big taxi is also 30 euros. As we told you on our previous answer, there is no need to book in advance.
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal thank you very much ☺️
Very informative channel! We have an early flight from the Madrid's airport leaving at 7:40 am ( to Lisbon) in mid August. We will be leaving from Hostal Victoria 2. What is the best way to get to the airport(except the taxi) in time?
Thank you. Walk 15 minutes to Plaza de Cibeles and catch the airport bus there.
Hello Tony
I’m traveling to Madrid for the first time and I’m watching your videos over n over.
I’m not sure where to get the “título turístico?
Is in the same machine as the Multi card?
Thank you
Hello, here's our video explaining all you need to know about the Título Turístico ua-cam.com/video/HJHUDy7pb_A/v-deo.html
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thank you for this very detailed video.. Im travelling very soon with my son , and he's 4 years old . should I purchase him ticket too ?
Only kids under 4 travel for free. 4 and above pay as adults.
Tq for the information. I was just wondering from atocha to T4 do I have to change train or is it a direct line to t4
You welcome! As explained on the video, it is a direct line.
Thanks for the videos, they’re a great help. Can you tell me how to pay for the airport surcharge when returning from the city to the airport? Does it simply come off the card credit, or do I need to use a machine to pay the surcharge? Thanks.
You need to load it at a ticket machine, can be done in the centre of Madrid or on arrival at the airport. Check out our 2024 airport guide ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Thanks!
I arrived at Madrid airport yesterday. To my surprise, there was a blue bus with the number 203 going to Atocha station. Is this the express bus?
Thank you for the videos. I was in Lisbon before and the videos were very helpful there too.
Hello, yes, for some reason that we cannot understand, someone in power decided to remove the yellow from the Airport Expres bus and paint it exactly as the remaining buses in Madrid. It is the same express bus but now it's more difficult to identify. We will reflect the change on next year's video on how to leave the airport.
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Thanks for the explanation
Tony, thanks for your detailed video instructions! I plan to take train from airport, and tranfer to C4 to Sol. Do I need to buy a separate ticket for C4 at Nuevos Ministerios station?
Hi, no, you don't, when you purchase your train ticket, you select your destination, any connections in the way are already included. Be aware there is ongoing work and trains and currently not running along the line you will need (from Nuevos Ministerios to Sol).
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Thanks for your reply! If the work does not finish in November, I plan to transfer to C4 to Sol via Atocha Station, is this an easy alternative besides taking a rideshare ?
@@Jin-vg2xz assuming C4 is running ok (for a time it also went through a period of maintenance work), it is an alternative, but do check out this video: ua-cam.com/video/c6TD5KOjKQg/v-deo.html
Thank you very much for your detailed explanations on various transport available from airport to the city. Going to Madrid end of this month, i like to know where do i change to Callao metro with airport metro or local bus? Also, does the express bus stop near Callao metro? Greatly appreciate your reply.
Hello, we have a specific video on the topic: ua-cam.com/video/Z8EU5rjmvGo/v-deo.html
This is a great video, thanks for sharing. So many detailed explanation. I was confused on how to travel from the airport to my accommodation but now I have a better picture. But wanted to confirm: I need to go to Embajadores station, travelling by metro seems very confusing with many changes, but after watching your video, I think the best way would be to take the Renfe train from T4 directly to Delicias station, and from Delicias station I can take the metro to Embajadores which is only 2 stations away, am I correct? When the train arrives at Delicias station, is it the same station where I can take the metro, just need to change platform? or are the train and metro station separate buildings?
Hello there, first of all, we have an up-to-date video for 2024 here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html You could do as you suggest, no problem at all. The railway station and the metro station are separate from each other but are connected by an internal corridor.
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Thanks for confirming, I'll be checking the updated video thanks
Thank you Tony. Your videos are very helpful. Do you have a video that explains how to transfer from the Madrid airport train to a high-speed train at Madrid Atocha station? I will be arriving at MAD, then taking a high-speed train to Sevilla.
Thanks, Laura. We don't have a specific video but, basically, you can take the airport train directly to Atocha or, if you are traveling with luggage, take a taxi (30€ fixed fare) or a ridesharing service. All the best.
Thanks for information, just wanna ask a question. Has 10 journey ticket valid time? Is it for 1 day or more?
It is valid for as long as there isn't a fare increase - which, when it happens, does so at the beginning of the year.
Tony, first of all thank you for all your video content . It’s the best and most informative . My wife and I are going to Madrid, Barcelona , Lisbon and Portugal next month so I have some questions for you . 1) what’s the cost efficient and realistic way from MAD to Atocha station with 2 big luggage ? 2) what about from BCN to Barcelona Sants station? 3) is Puerta de Atocha the same as Estacion de Atocha? Thanks a lot !
Hi again, Bill. To reach Atocha you can take the airport train, the airport bus or, traveling with luggage, a taxi or a Bolt/Cabify/Uber. Puerta de Atocha is part of the Estación de Atocha.
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Thank you so much for your wonderful video.
I have a question about travelling in a group, if I am a group of 6. My hotel is close to Sol station on C4.
I have 2 options, either take C1 Train and then Take C4, OR take Metro 8 Line, then C4.
Based on this, which option do you think is best for us? Since I have to take Metro (C4) in the end, I think it is better just to get Metro Card and use for everyone in my group right? That way you don't worry about getting Renfe card? Thanks for your advice!
For a group of 6, a taxi van or a large Bolt/Cabify/Uber would be an infinitely superior choice for a slightly more expensive price.
Hi, Tony. Wonderful videos; big fan! Only one topic has been a little confusing: the Madrid Tourist Ticket/Tourist Travel Pass. I’d like to purchase a 4-Day Tourist Ticket for my metro trips around the city, but I’d also like to use the C1/C10 Cercanias train to get from Barajas to Chamartin station so I can then transfer to metro L1. I’ve seen conflicting information about whether the Tourist Travel Pass includes the C1/C10 Cercanias trains. If you might clarify, I would be very grateful. Kindly, A. Reyes
Hi Alec, many thanks for your words. We have a video on the Tourist Ticket: ua-cam.com/video/HJHUDy7pb_A/v-deo.html The official website is quite clear, it is valid on the trains running within the city of Madrid (including the airport). If you feel unsure, there is an information booth (we show it in the video) near the metro station where you can seek clarification (rather, confirmation) on that regard. All the best.
HELLO! I am travelling to Madrid on Wednesday, can you please tell me how could I get from the RyanAir T1 arrival point to Cibeles Fountain? Keep in mind we are arriving at around 22:00. Thank you!!! (I am also travelling with me another adult and one child and one teen)
Most direct, either a taxi/Bolt/Cabify/Uber or the Airport Express bus.
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Is it worth it with the metro because we will be using those later?
@@laitningasjonas8580 it will take you much longer and you will have to use three different lines.
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Thank you for your help!!
The best informative video how to get from Madrid airport, ¡Gracias!!!! You've mentioned at video you could recommend us the most convenient ways to get from airport. I'm arriving on Tuesday evening in Madrid, at T2 and we have to reach at Aravaca. After collecting lots of info I realize that best way is either use free shuttle bus to get to T4 and take a train line C10, or use a sharing TAXI like Bolt, Uber etc from T2. If this is not hard for you, can you advise? Many, many thanks in advance!
Hello Irma, you don't mention exactly where in Aravaca you are heading, it is quite a large region. Without knowing the specific location, we would say Bolt/Cabify/Uber will probably be your best choice. All the best!
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal I’m sorry. The place is called Calle Polonia, 2, Pozuelo de Alarcón, Spain
@@irmalaghadze4426 line C10 departing from the airport to Aravaca will leave you at a 10 minute walk from that address. We imagine you are not going to Madrid on tourism, as Pozuelo de Alarcón is really far from the centre.
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Thanks for your answer! Yes, I’m going to visit Madrid for tourism, I know place is very far away from centre, but we are staying with friend, she’s has been living in Madrid for years. Thanks again😍
@@irmalaghadze4426 if you are staying with a friend it makes all sense. Have a great trip!
Hola, Tony
Thanks for your videos and this one in particular.
I am travelling with a friend to T1 Madrid-Barajas in October and we will be staying in Alcala de Henares.
I could use the train from T4 changing in Atocha, but I have used the 824 bus before which gets closer to the centre of Alcala and avoids Do you know if you can still by tickets on the bus please? Or do I have to prepay on a Madrid card?
Also do you have an estimate of the taxi fare to Alcala from the airport should we decide to take extra luggage pleae?
Gracias
Hi Peter, we believe you can buy the tickets from the bus driver, you can certainly do that on Madrid blue buses, so you should be able to do so as well on the 824. A taxi to Alcalá should cost around 55€, depending on the time of the day, the day of the week and the state of traffic leaving Madrid. All the best.
Hi Tony,
Thank you for your speedy reply.
We will try the bus if the timings are right - it only runs every 40 minutes or so. Otherwise we will go to T4, get our Tarejta Dorada cards from the Renfe office and use the Cercanias.
Gracias
Peter
Hello!
Thank you so much for your very informative and helpful videos!!
I hope you don’t mind, I need to ask a question please: I saw one of your videos about taking the train from Madrid airport to Madrid Charmatin train station and you said something about free tickets, could you explain further please?
Thank you in advance!!
Hello there, we actually talk about those free tickets (the combinado cercanías) on the video, have a look at it!
Thank you very much Tony, it is a really useful video, may I know is it free to travel from Terminal 1/2/3 to terminal 4 by shuffle bus in the airport?
Hi Leung, it is free. Mind your belongings in the shuttle bus, pickpockets use that bus.
Hi! Thank you for an amazing video. Can you please tell me if I can take the train to the Chamantin station and change there to Valencia? Or do I have to travel to Atocha station and take the train from there?
Thanks, Cristina. It all depends on the departure point of your train, trains from Valencia can leave from Chamartín (the majority) or Atocha (a handful). But you can easily reach both stations from the airport by train.
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal we arrive at terminal 2 in Madrid tomorrow. Should we take the connecting buss to terminal 4 and take the train from there? And after change at Chamantin? What is your recommendation?
@@cristinaclaudiacodrea2730 sorry we couldn't reply earlier, we don't run a 24 hour operation, only reply to questions once per day. Next time, please allow us more time to help you. Like we said, it all depends on the departure station for your train to Valencia, what is written on the ticket?
Hola! What the best transportation from T4 to city center @GRAN VIA planning to visit this November. Hope u will answer! Gracias!
Hola. As discussed on the video, the best would be a taxi or Bolt/Cabify/Uber. All the best.
Large taxi in airport (20:45) is the same price of small taci ?
Same price. Up-to-date information, including current prices, on the 2024 video ua-cam.com/video/uSFo0TG91c4/v-deo.html
Thanks for another great/informative video! Do you happen to know if the Atocha Stations "left luggage" lockers are currently available? Muchas gracias!
The lockers are still closed, in our opinion, it is a true disgrace. Tourism is back in force in Spain, but the lockers are still closed. No idea of when will ADIF (the company responsible for the stations) will get their act together on this.
So helpful!!! I would like to ask a question about the train or metro tickets. Is there an official app to buy the tickets online instead of the machines? Thank you!!
No official app yet, at least not for visitors to the city (residents with long-term passes have an app).
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Thank you 🙏
I will come this Monday to Madrid which metro line I have to use to get to Calle Perez Galdos 7, Madrid, España, 28004. thank you
If you are traveling light (check out this video ua-cam.com/video/c6TD5KOjKQg/v-deo.html ), take the airport metro to NUEVOS MINISTERIOS, change to line 10, travel to TRIBUNAL and walk to your accommodation.
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Always be careful of your valuables while at the/on train stations and airports. I almost got pickpocketed while waiting for train at MAD T4 train platform. I was busy looking at my phone while a guy was trying to open my backpack. Luckily the train arrived, I turned my head and saw him behind me with his jacket drapped covering my backpack, he startled and asked me to board the train as the train door opened. I was confused, shocked and boarded the train and knew that he was trying to open my backpack. I checked and saw the zipper was slightly opened. I didn't hear or feel anything while he was behind me trying to rob me. I was so relieved that he didn't manage to take anything, had the train came just 1 or 2 minutes later he would probably got my wallet which was in the backpack.
We stress that point in this video and in many others, including the mistakes you should avoid making in Spain: ua-cam.com/video/r3YYQ4pk6As/v-deo.html
Hi Tony we plan on visiting Madrid next year and want to go by train to Burgos. Which train station in Madrid would be best for us to use and how would we get there from the airport. Thank you for your help.
Hello, trains for Burgos depart from Chamartín station. The airport train sounds like the best option for you to get there. See all the details on the up-to-date video on how to leave the airport here ua-cam.com/video/eq1mDR4XH90/v-deo.html
Amazing video - thank you! We'll be going to Madrid in October. One question - is the 30 euros taxi fare per person or per trip? Also, is it customary to tip taxi drivers, and if so, what is usual? Thanks again!
Hi Glenn, 30€ is the fare per trip, regardless of the number of passengers. It is not customary to tip taxi drivers, see how tipping works in Spain here: ua-cam.com/video/BsC4YV6ezzY/v-deo.html
Your brilliant video showed me the info for T1 to T4. I have ticket for ALSA bus to Burgos, which leaves from outside T4 I believe. So when I get off the T1->T4 bus, do I even have to enter T4? Can you explain where I would catch the ALSA bus?
I had not gone to the end. You have explained it perfectly. Thank you so much for this very informative video.
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hi Tony, great videos, I really appreciate if you can give me a hand. We will be at Plaza del Carmen, close to Sol and Gran Via, we will need to go to Barajas Airport T4 to resume our trip, which is the best transportation to T4? Thank you very much
Hello. If you are traveling light, you can follow the instructions we have here: ua-cam.com/video/Z8EU5rjmvGo/v-deo.html Otherwise, take a taxi or a Bolt/Cabify/Uber.