Recently, due to relocating, I’ve been passing through the Garden Bus Stop daily. After using it for about two months, I’ve become quite familiar with this station, so today I’ll share the actual situation of this stop with everyone.
Basic Location and Routes
The Garden Bus Stop is located in the north-central area of Madrid, specifically near Paseo de la Castellana Avenue. Quite a few routes stop here; the ones I frequently use include routes 27, 40, and 147. During morning rush hours, the frequency is relatively high, with buses arriving every 5-8 minutes, but after 9 PM you need to check the timetable carefully, as some routes extend their intervals to 15-20 minutes.
Station Facilities
Honestly, the infrastructure of this stop is mid-range by Madrid standards. There’s a rain shelter, but it’s not very large—on rainy days when it’s crowded, you’ll still get wet. There are only 4 seats, which are basically taken during rush hours. The electronic display board is quite accurate, showing real-time bus arrival times, which is quite convenient. The station cleanliness is well-maintained; you can see cleaners tidying up every morning.
Below is a table with basic information about Madrid Garden’s commonly used routes:
| Route | Main Direction | First/Last Bus | Peak Interval |
|---|
| Route 27 | To Plaza de Castilla | 06:00-23:30 | 6-8 minutes |
| Route 40 | To Puerta del Sol | 06:15-23:45 | 8-10 minutes |
| Route 147 | To Ciudad Universitaria | 06:30-22:00 | 10-12 minutes |
Nearby Amenities
This is what I consider the biggest advantage of this stop. Within a 3-minute walk, there’s a Mercadona supermarket, making it very convenient to buy groceries after work. There are also two cafés nearby; one called Café del Jardín makes excellent breakfast sets—2.8 euros for coffee and a croissant. If you need cash at Madrid Little Garden, there’s a BBVA ATM right next to the supermarket. Additionally, there’s a small park across from the stop where you can wait in the shade during summer.
Actual User Experience
Overall, this stop is quite practical for daily commuting. The only drawback The main issue is that foot traffic suddenly increases on weekends because there’s a small shopping district nearby, and shoppers transfer at Madrid Garden. My personal suggestion is, if you’re in a hurry, you can walk an extra 200 meters to the next stop, Glorieta de Bilbao, which offers more route options and is relatively less crowded.
If any friends live or work around here, feel free to share more tips about using this stop. After all, everyone has different commuting needs—you might have discovered conveniences I haven’t noticed.
