Getting to the Puerta del Sol

The Puerta del Sol is the most central public transport hub in Madrid: it is perfectly connected to the entire city and region, so getting there is very easy from anywhere.

By metro

The Metro Sol station is served by lines 1 (blue), 2 (red) and 3 (yellow). It is one of the busiest stations in the network and links to the rest of the lines with one or two transfers, so practically any metro journey through Madrid passes close to Sol.

By Cercanías

Beneath the square lies the Cercanías Sol station, a key point in the commuter rail network that crosses the city center and links to the main stations (Atocha, Chamartín, Nuevos Ministerios) and the entire Madrid region. Several C lines pass through here, connecting Sol with the outskirts in just minutes.

By bus

Numerous EMT bus lines stop in the vicinity of the square. It is a good option for above-ground journeys and for seeing the city along the way.

On foot

The Puerta del Sol lies at the heart of the pedestrian center. From squares and monuments such as the Plaza Mayor, Gran Vía or the Royal Palace, it is only a few minutes’ walk away, which is why many visitors prefer to explore the area on foot.

From the airport

From Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas airport, the most convenient public transport option is to combine metro line 8 with a transfer toward the center, or to use Cercanías. The journey usually takes between 40 and 50 minutes.

Practical tip

Central Madrid lies within a low-emission zone with restricted traffic, so avoid the car. Getting around by metro, Cercanías or on foot is always the best way to reach Sol and explore the historic center.