VENUE GUIDE
Getting there
Circuito Urbano de Madrid, Madrid
By the F1 Weekend team · Sources: Formula 1 timetable (gate times estimated from it)
The Circuito Urbano de Madrid is designed as one of the world's most accessible F1 venues, with 90% of fans expected to arrive via public transport. Located around the IFEMA exhibition center and Valdebebas, it is just minutes from the city center and Madrid-Barajas Airport.
How to get there
Metro
Highly RecommendedTake Line 8 (Pink Line) to the 'Feria de Madrid' station, which drops you directly at the circuit's south entrance. The journey takes approximately 20 minutes from Nuevos Ministerios in the city center or just 8-12 minutes from the airport terminals.
Cercanías Train
Regional AccessLines C1 and C10 stop at the 'Valdebebas' station, providing direct access to the northern section of the circuit. This is the best option if you are traveling from major rail hubs like Atocha, Chamartín, or Recoletos.
Public Bus (EMT)
Local ConnectionsLines 73, 112, and 122 serve the IFEMA area, while lines 171 and 174 connect to Valdebebas from northern Madrid. These services are frequently reinforced during major events to handle the high volume of spectators.
Estimated gate times
Estimated: about 2 hours before the first track action each day. Check your ticket for the official gate times.
Friday
First on track: Free Practice 1 13:30:00
Saturday
First on track: Free Practice 3 12:30:00
F1: Qualifying 16:00:00
Sunday
First on track: Race 15:00:00
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