✈ Transport Options from Madrid Airport to Aranjuez

Travelers heading to Aranjuez from Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) can choose from five main transportation options to reach their destination: taxi, a Madrid Airport transfer, bus, metro, or the suburban rail.

For ease and comfort, a local Madrid Airport taxi or private transfer is the most convenient choice. With a journey time of 45 minutes, you’ll be dropped right at the curb of your hotel, which is ideal for families and those traveling with luggage.

Alternatively, for solo travelers, backpackers, or anyone on a budget, there are three public transport options, although they all require a transfer in the city center to the suburban rail line.

The metro and bus, combined with the train, both have a journey time of around 1 hour and 15 minutes and will set you back the same cost. These options require buying two separate tickets, which might not be ideal for some. Otherwise, you can opt for the cheapest transport mode of transport by riding the suburban rail the entire way, which takes slightly longer.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2 PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€80	45min	24/7
Metro Line 8	€15.20	75min	06:00–23:52
Suburban Rail	€8.1	80min	05:55–23:25
Bus	€15.20	75min	06:00–23:30
Welcome Airport Transfer	€107	45min	24/7

How to get from Madrid Airport to Aranjuez by taxi

Catching a taxi from Madrid Airport is the most convenient way to get to Aranjuez. Standard white taxis can seat up to four people, with no booking required, and you’ll be charged by the meter. The journey in a Madrid Airport taxi takes roughly 45 minutes, so long as you don’t encounter too much traffic.

Madrid Airport to Aranjuez taxi fare

While local Madrid taxis offer a fixed fare between Madrid Airport and the city center, for trips outside of this area, a metered rate will apply. With this in mind, you can expect a taxi from Madrid Airport to Aranjuez to come to around €80 during the day (07:00-21:00), for up to four passengers. Extra charges will apply for toll roads, and for traveling at night (21:00–7:00) and on weekends.

*If you’d rather secure a competitive set rate fee with all tolls and surcharges included, you can pre-book your transfer with Welcome Pickups.

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Taxis at Barajas Airport

Cost

€80

Trip Duration

45 Min.

*Rates may vary unless you prebook your taxi.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis operate 24/7 from Madrid Airport.

Where do I catch a taxi from?

Designated taxi stands can be found on the lower level of each terminal, right outside the Arrivals Hall.

Convenience

Taxis run 24/7, so no matter what time you arrive at the airport, you’ll be able to get to where you need to go in Aranjuez. They and private transfers are also the fastest option, making this an ideal choice for those in a hurry. The downside is waiting for an available cab, which can be avoided by pre-booking a ride online via Welcome Pickups.

Editor’s Note

Taxis and transfers are by far the fastest and most convenient options. However, taxi fares can be quite costly, so if you have a little more time, you might want to choose a different mode of transportation.

Useful Tips

Taxis in Madrid can fit up to four people with three pieces of luggage. If you have more than this, we suggest pre-booking a minivan with Welcome.

Make sure that the taximeter is switched on and reset to the base fare before departing.

If you're driver is extra helpful or lends a hand with your luggage, feel free to round up your fare to the nearest euro to show your appreciation.

Madrid taxis are white with a red diagonal stripe.

How to get from Madrid Airport to Aranjuez by Metro

One of the fastest public transport options for this trip is the metro. However, since there isn’t a direct line connecting Madrid and Aranjuez, you’ll need to connect to the C3 Suburban Railway line at Nuevos Ministerios Station in Madrid.

The Pink metro line (Line 8) takes about 17 minutes to reach the station, from where it is a further 55 minutes, so you should reach Aranjuez after around 1 hour and 15 minutes, not including any wait times between services.

How much is the Metro from Madrid-Barajas Airport to Aranjuez?

A one-way ticket on the metro costs €5, which includes an airport supplement. Additionally, the price for your rail ticket will be €2.60 per person, bringing the overall cost to €7.60.