Madrid Barajas (MAD) Airport Taxi Transfer

Madrid is the capital of Spain, known for its royal landmarks, grand avenues, and art museums such as the Prado and Reina Sofía. The city attracts groups visiting for business, sports events, school trips, and cultural tours. With so many places to visit, traveling together from the airport saves time and keeps plans organized.

AirportTransfer.com offers group bus rental from Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) to hotels, conference centers, and attractions across the city. AT Madrid coach transfer service suits corporate travelers, student groups, tour operators, and large families. Our fleet includes minibuses for smaller groups, vans for medium parties, and full-size coaches for larger teams or tour groups.

All drivers are licensed and experienced with routes across Gran Vía, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Salamanca District, Chamartín, and Atocha.

Contact our AT team to organize your group bus transfers at Madrid Barajas Airport.

Avoid long taxi lines and crowded metro connections after landing in Madrid. With AirportTransfer.com, travelers get a direct, door-to-door ride from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to their hotel or apartment in the city. The private Madrid hotel transfer service offers a simple and comfortable start to any stay, with a licensed driver waiting at the arrivals area to take you straight to your accommodation without delays or extra stops.

Transfers operate to and from all major districts, including Gran Vía, Puerta del Sol, Salamanca, Chamberí, Atocha, and Retiro. Every ride includes air-conditioned vehicles, fixed prices, and no hidden fees. The service suits solo travelers, families, business guests, and large groups arriving for meetings, events, or leisure trips.

AirportTransfer.com provides transfers to and from the most popular hotels in Madrid, including:

The Westin Palace Madrid, NH Collection Madrid Suecia, Hotel Ritz Madrid, Hotel Urban Madrid, Hyatt Centric Gran Vía, Barceló Torre de Madrid, Gran Meliá Palacio de los Duques, Hotel Liabeny, Only YOU Boutique Hotel, Pestana Plaza Mayor Madrid, VP Plaza España Design, Hotel Paseo del Arte, and Room Mate Óscar.

Journey Time: The Madrid Airport Express Bus (Line 203) connects Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) with the city center in about 45 minutes. These bright yellow buses marked “Airport Express Aeropuerto” leave from Terminals 1, 2, and 4 and go directly to Atocha Train Station.

Key Point: During the daytime, the bus stops at O’Donnell, Cibeles, and Atocha. At night, it only stops at O’Donnell and Cibeles since Atocha Station closes at 23:30. The service runs 24 hours a day, with buses departing every 15–20 minutes from 06:00 to 23:30, and every 35 minutes overnight.

A bus fare from Madrid Airport to City Center costs €5, and passengers can buy tickets directly from the driver or at ticket machines near the stops.

• The Madrid Airport Express makes a few stops. Travelers may need to transfer to another metro, bus, or taxi to reach their hotel. During peak travel hours or summer months, buses can get crowded, and waiting times may increase.

Journey Time: Two Renfe Cercanías trains, Line C-1 and Line C-10, connect Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) with the city center in about 30 minutes. Both lines follow the same route, stopping at Chamartín, Nuevos Ministerios, and Atocha Railway Station, before ending at Príncipe Pío Station. These stops make it easy to reach different parts of Madrid or connect with the metro network.

Key Point: The C-1 line runs from 06:02 to 00:02, while the C-10 line operates between 05:47 and 22:47. Trains depart every 15 minutes, so waiting times are short. The train station is located at Terminal 4, and passengers arriving at other terminals can take a Madrid airport shuttle service to reach it.

The fare depends on how many zones you travel through. A typical trip to central Madrid costs around €2.60. Fares vary by travel zone: €1.70 for 1–2 zones, €1.85 for 3 zones, €2.60 for 4 zones, and €3.40 for 5 zones.

• Many local commuters use these trains during rush hours (07:30–09:30 and 18:00–20:00), so trains can get crowded.

Journey Time: The Pink Line 8 (Rosa Line) connects Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to the city center in about 20 minutes. The metro runs from both Terminal 2 and Terminal 4, stopping at Nuevos Ministerios Station after five stops. This is the main interchange point for passengers heading deeper into the city.

Key Point: From Nuevos Ministerios, travelers can transfer to Line 10 toward Tribunal Station, and then switch to the Light Blue Line 1 for Atocha Station. This route provides access to central areas, hotels, and transport links. Metro trains depart every 3–8 minutes.

A train ticket from Madrid Airport to City Center costs around €5, including the airport supplement. Tickets are available from vending machines at all terminals.

• Trains can be crowded during rush hours (07:30–09:30 and 18:00–20:00), and travelers with large bags may find it harder to move between lines in central stations.

Journey Time: The taxi ride from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to the city center takes around 20 minutes, depending on traffic.

Key Point: Official white taxis with a red stripe wait outside all airport terminals at the marked taxi ranks. The fare is fixed at €133 for trips between the airport and the city center. This price includes all passengers, luggage, and airport surcharges, so there are no hidden costs.

The taxi rate from Madrid Airport to City Center is €133.

• During peak travel months (June and July), the airport gets very crowded, and you may have to wait longer in line for a taxi. Late-night arrivals and public holidays can also cause delays since demand increases.