What is the fastest way from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Casa de Campo?

The fastest option is Official taxi (fixed €30 city-centre fare) (Asociación Gremial del Auto-Taxi de Madrid) with a typical duration of 30–40 min.

What is the cheapest way from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Casa de Campo?

The cheapest option is Metro Line 8 → 10 → 5 to Casa de Campo / Lago / Batán (Metro de Madrid) at approximately €4.50–5.00.

Is Casa de Campo inside the €30 fixed taxi zone?

Yes. Despite being on Madrid's western edge, all main entrances are inside or at the M-30 boundary.

Which Metro stop is best for the zoo?

Casa de Campo (Line 10) + Line 5 to Casa de Campo station (same name, different line); zoo entrance is 5 min walk west.

Can I bike inside Casa de Campo?

Yes — extensive cycle paths cross the park. Rent BiciMAD at any nearby station or bring your own.

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Casa de Campo: complete transport guide

Το Casa de Campo είναι το μεγαλύτερο δημόσιο πάρκο της Μαδρίτης (1722 εκτάρια, πέντε φορές το μέγεθος του Central Park της Νέας Υόρκης) — ένας πρώην βασιλικός κυνηγότοπος που μετατράπηκε σε περιοχή αναψυχής με λίμνη για βαρκάδα, ζωολογικό κήπο, λούνα παρκ και συνεδριακό κέντρο. 16 χλμ. από το αεροδρόμιο Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas, στο δυτικό άκρο του δακτυλίου M-30.

How do the options compare?

Option	Operator	Duration	Price	Frequency
Metro Line 8 → 10 → 5 to Casa de Campo / Lago / Batán	Metro de Madrid	45 min	€4.50–5.00	Every 5–7 min
Metro to Argüelles + Teleférico cable car	Metro + Parques de Madrid	55 min	€4.50 + €6.50 round-trip cable car	Cable car every 10 min
Official taxi (fixed €30 city-centre fare)	Asociación Gremial del Auto-Taxi de Madrid	30–40 min	€30 fixed	On demand
Cabify / Uber / Bolt	Cabify, Uber, Bolt	30–40 min	€22–32	On demand via app

Metro Line 8 → 10 → 5 to Casa de Campo / Lago / Batán?

Line 8 to Nuevos Ministerios, Line 10 to Casa de Campo (north entrance) or Lago / Batán (interior stations). For the zoo and amusement park, change to Line 5 at Casa de Campo.

Operator: Metro de Madrid
Duration: 45 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.

Source: Metro Madrid tariffs

Metro to Argüelles + Teleférico cable car?

Metro Line 8 + Line 6 to Argüelles, then the Teleférico cable car (12 min ride above the city) drops at the middle of Casa de Campo.

Operator: Metro + Parques de Madrid
Duration: 55 min
Price: €4.50 + €6.50 round-trip cable car
Frequency: Cable car every 10 min
Where to board: Metro Argüelles
Notes: Scenic but slowest option. Cable car closes for maintenance in winter.

Source: Parques de Madrid Teleférico

Official taxi (fixed €30 city-centre fare)?

Casa de Campo's main entrances are inside or on the edge of M-30 — €30 flat fare applies. Drop at Lago, Batán, or the Zoo entrance.

Operator: Asociación Gremial del Auto-Taxi de Madrid
Duration: 30–40 min
Price: €30 fixed
Frequency: On demand
Where to board: Official rank at each terminal
Notes: For the zoo/amusement park specifically, ask for 'Zoo Aquarium' as destination.

Source: Madrid City Council taxi rules

Cabify / Uber / Bolt?

Drop at any park entrance. Cheaper than fixed taxi off-peak.

Operator: Cabify, Uber, Bolt
Duration: 30–40 min
Price: €22–32
Frequency: On demand via app
Where to board: VTC zones
Notes: Surge during major IFEMA/Casa de Campo conventions and weekend amusement-park peak.

When should you pick each option?

Metro 8+10: Fastest and cheapest; drops at the park's eastern edge.
Teleférico cable car: Scenic experience; best for first-time visitors.
Fixed €30 taxi: For families with kids heading to zoo/amusement park.
Cabify / Uber / Bolt: Cheapest solo off-peak.

What are the practical tips?

The lake (Lago) is open for paddle-boat rental (€7 for 45 min) all year round.
Madrid Zoo Aquarium has a giant panda enclosure — China loan.
The amusement park (Parque de Atracciones) is open Wed–Sun in summer, weekends only off-season.
Casa de Campo Wifi-Conference Centre (IFEMA Palacio Municipal) hosts conferences — different from IFEMA Feria de Madrid in Campo de las Naciones.

Data last verified: 2026-05-13.