What is the fastest way from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cívitas Metropolitano (former Wanda Metropolitano)?

The fastest option is Metered taxi (NOT fixed €30 — stadium is outside M-30) (Asociación Gremial del Auto-Taxi de Madrid) with a typical duration of 15–20 min.

What is the cheapest way from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cívitas Metropolitano (former Wanda Metropolitano)?

The cheapest option is Metro Line 8 → Line 7 to Estadio Metropolitano (Metro de Madrid) at approximately €4.50–5.00.

Does the €30 fixed airport taxi fare include the Wanda / Cívitas Metropolitano?

No. The stadium is OUTSIDE the M-30 ring, so the metered T2 tariff applies (typically €15–25).

What's the closest Metro stop to the stadium?

Estadio Metropolitano (Metro Line 7) — exits open directly onto the stadium plaza.

Is there a direct bus from the airport to the stadium?

No single direct bus. The fastest no-transfer option is Metro Line 8 + Line 7 (~25 min).

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cívitas Metropolitano (former Wanda Metropolitano): complete transport guide

سيفيتاس متروبوليتانو (لا يزال يسمى واندا متروبوليتانو) هو الملعب الرئيسي لأتلتيكو مدريد في سان بلاس كانيليخاس، في الضواحي الشرقية لمدريد. إنه أقرب ملعب من الدرجة الأولى إلى مطار أدولفو سواريز مدريد - باراخاس - على بعد 7 كم فقط - ولكنه يقع خارج حلقة M-30، لذا لا يتم تطبيق أجرة التاكسي الثابتة البالغة 30 يورو.

How do the options compare?

Option	Operator	Duration	Price	Frequency
Metro Line 8 → Line 7 to Estadio Metropolitano	Metro de Madrid	25–30 min	€4.50–5.00	Every 5–7 min
EMT 28 from Avenida América	EMT Madrid	40 min combined	€6.50	Every 8–12 min
Metered taxi (NOT fixed €30 — stadium is outside M-30)	Asociación Gremial del Auto-Taxi de Madrid	15–20 min	€15–25 metered	On demand
Cabify / Uber / Bolt direct	Cabify, Uber, Bolt	15–20 min	€12–20	On demand via app
Atlético Madrid official match-day shuttle	Atlético de Madrid	30 min	Included with some tickets	Match-day only

Metro Line 8 → Line 7 to Estadio Metropolitano?

Line 8 from the airport to Mar de Cristal, then Line 7 (orange) two stops east to Estadio Metropolitano. Exit directly onto the stadium plaza.

Operator: Metro de Madrid
Duration: 25–30 min
Price: €4.50–5.00
Frequency: Every 5–7 min
Where to board: Aeropuerto T1-T2-T3 or T4
Notes: Includes €3 airport supplement. On match days the Line 7 train can take 15 minutes longer due to platform crowding.

Source: Metro Madrid tariffs

EMT 28 from Avenida América?

Express Aeropuerto to Avenida América, then EMT bus 28 north-east to the stadium. Cheap but slow.

Operator: EMT Madrid
Duration: 40 min combined
Price: €6.50
Frequency: Every 8–12 min
Where to board: Express Aeropuerto bus to Avenida América
Notes: Useful only if Metro is suspended.

Source: EMT Madrid

Metered taxi (NOT fixed €30 — stadium is outside M-30)?

The stadium is OUTSIDE M-30, so the €30 flat fare does NOT apply. Meter-based T2 rate runs €15–25 plus €1.60 luggage surcharge.

Operator: Asociación Gremial del Auto-Taxi de Madrid
Duration: 15–20 min
Price: €15–25 metered
Frequency: On demand
Where to board: Official rank at each terminal
Notes: Confirm 'tarifa T2' and ask for the receipt. Some drivers may attempt the €30 flat fare — refuse it.

Source: Madrid City Council taxi rules

Cabify / Uber / Bolt direct?

Often cheaper than the metered taxi. Drivers know the stadium gates (Puerta 1–8) — specify which one matches your ticket.

Operator: Cabify, Uber, Bolt
Duration: 15–20 min
Price: €12–20
Frequency: On demand via app
Where to board: VTC zones (T1 floor 0, T4 floor –1)
Notes: Match-day surge pushes prices to €25–35; Metro is then more cost-effective.

Atlético Madrid official match-day shuttle?

On big matches Atlético runs a free shuttle from Plaza Castilla Metro to the stadium. From the airport, take Metro Line 8 + Line 10 to Plaza Castilla (~30 min) and join the shuttle queue.

Operator: Atlético de Madrid
Duration: 30 min
Price: Included with some tickets
Frequency: Match-day only
Where to board: Metro Plaza Castilla
Notes: Check the club website for shuttle availability per match.

When should you pick each option?

Metro 8+7: Fastest and cheapest at all hours Metro runs.
Express bus + EMT 28: Backup when Metro is suspended.
Metered taxi: Only for late-night arrivals after Metro closes (01:30).
Cabify / Uber / Bolt: Cheaper than taxi off-peak.
Atlético shuttle: Free on match days from Plaza Castilla — use if you're already in the city centre.

What are the practical tips?

The stadium is OUTSIDE M-30 — refuse any taxi driver attempting the €30 flat fare; insist on the meter T2.
Metro Estadio Metropolitano has two exits — northern for Gates 1–4, southern for Gates 5–8.
Arrive 90 minutes before kickoff on Champions League nights — bag-check queues are slow.
Avoid driving on match days — parking around the stadium is residents-only with strict towing.

Data last verified: 2026-05-13.