Spanish · A2 (Elementary)
Transport in Spanish: Words & Phrases
Quick answer: The most useful Spanish words for transport are la estación de tren (the train station), la parada (the stop) and hacer transbordo (to change (trains/buses)). The full Spanish transport phrase list with example sentences is below.
The essential Spanish vocabulary for transport, with example sentences and English translations. This is A2 (Elementary) material — exactly the kind of practical language you need when you're learning Spanish to live, work, or settle abroad.
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Key transport vocabulary
| Spanish | English |
|---|---|
| la estación de tren | the train station |
| la parada | the stop |
| hacer transbordo | to change (trains/buses) |
| el horario | the timetable |
| el retraso | the delay |
| facturar el equipaje | to check in luggage |
| el andén | the platform |
| el trasbordo | the connection |
| el abono | the travel pass / season ticket |
| validar | to validate (a ticket) |
Example sentences
La estación de Atocha es la más grande de Madrid.
Atocha station is the largest in Madrid.
El tren lleva treinta minutos de retraso.
The train is thirty minutes late.
¿Me puede mostrar el horario?
Can you show me the timetable?
El tren sale del andén número tres.
The train departs from platform three.
Tengo que hacer transbordo en Zaragoza.
I have to change trains in Zaragoza.
No olvide validar el billete.
Don't forget to validate your ticket.
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