How Do You Get to SLU-Madrid?

By Robert Palmer

Are you planning to study at Saint Louis University’s Madrid campus? Whether you’re an international student or a local, figuring out how to get to SLU-Madrid can be a daunting task.

But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! In this article, we’ll walk you through the various transportation options available to help you reach your destination.

By Plane

If you’re coming from another country or city, flying might be the most convenient option. Madrid has one of the busiest airports in Europe – the Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport. From there, you can take a taxi or use public transport to get to your final destination.

Taxi

Taking a taxi is perhaps the easiest and most convenient way of getting to SLU-Madrid from the airport. You can find them easily outside any terminal building. The journey will take around 15-20 minutes and cost approximately €30-€35.

Metro

Madrid’s metro system is one of the best ways to travel around the city. To get from the airport to SLU-Madrid via metro, take line 8 (pink line) from any of the airport’s terminals and transfer at Nuevos Ministerios station onto line 10 (dark blue line) towards Puerta del Sur. Get off at Islas Filipinas station and walk for about 10 minutes to reach SLU-Madrid.

By Train

Madrid’s Atocha railway station is a hub for national and international trains. If your starting point is within Spain or close by in Europe, taking a train might be a viable option.

From Atocha railway station, taking a taxi will cost around €15-€20 and take approximately 15-20 minutes.

To reach SLU-Madrid via metro from Atocha station, take line 1 (light blue line) towards Pinar de Chamartín and transfer at Tribunal station onto line 10 (dark blue line) towards Hospital Infanta Sofía.

By Bus

Madrid is well connected by bus with many national and international routes. If you’re traveling from other parts of Spain or neighboring countries, taking a bus might be a good option.

From the bus station, taking a taxi to SLU-Madrid will cost around €15-€20 and take approximately 15-20 minutes.

To reach SLU-Madrid via metro from the bus station, take line 6 (grey line) towards Cuatro Caminos and transfer at Nuevos Ministerios station onto line 10 (dark blue line) towards Puerta del Sur.

Conclusion

Getting to SLU-Madrid is easy thanks to Madrid’s excellent transport connections. Whether you prefer to travel by plane, train, or bus, there are plenty of options available to suit your needs. Don’t forget to plan your journey in advance so that you can arrive on time and enjoy your stay in Madrid!