New transport fares in Madrid: What changes from July 2025?

From 2022, theublic transport users in Madrid have benefited from significant discounts subsidised by the State., The price of the season ticket was reduced by up to 60% of the usual price of the season ticket. This temporary measure, designed to alleviate the economic impact of the pandemic and the rising cost of living, has enabled thousands of people to get around the city at greatly reduced prices. 

From July 2025, the new transport season ticket fares will come into force in the Community of Madrid, with a price increase that will affect thousands of users. What can companies do to support workers in the face of this increase in the cost of public transport? 

New prices for travel cards in Madrid from 1 July 2025

As of 1 July 2025, the Community of Madrid to reduce public transport subsidiesGeneral users (from 26 to 64 years old) will move from a discount of 60% to a discount of 40%. While a 50% subsidy is maintained for the youth season ticket (15 to 25 years old), The economic impact will be significant for thousands of workers who use public transport every day. 

The main novelty is that children up to 14 years of age can use public transport free of charge (up to now, the subscription had a cost of 8 euros). Likewise, over 65s will retain their current fare and will also be able to travel free of charge.. 

These new tariffs will be in force until 31 December 2025, and represent a considerable monthly increase for users: 

Type of subscription	Price without discount	Price until June 2025	Price from July 2025	Increase
Zone A	54,60 €	21,80 €	32,70 €	+10,90 €
Zone B1	63,70 €	25,40 €	38,20 €	+12,80 €
Zone B2	72,00 €	28,80 €	43,20 €	+14,40 €
Zones B3, C1 and C2	82,00 €	32,80 €	49,20 €	+16,40 €
Zone E1	110,60 €	44,20 €	66,30 €	+22,10 €
Zone E2	131,80 €	52,70 €	79,00 €	+26,30 €
Youth Season Ticket (15-25)	20,00 €	8,00 €	10,00 €	+2,00 €

The zone A season ticket, for example, increases by almost 11 euros per month, from 21.80 € to 32.70 €. This is still below the official price, the impact on workers' monthly expenditure is clear.  

The Edenred Mobility Card: a solution to alleviate the price hikes in transport passes

In this scenario, companies can take the initiative and help their employees to cope with this rise: offering the Edenred Mobility transport card as part of the flexible remuneration scheme. 

Why implement Edenred Mobility in your flexible remuneration plan? 

• Tax savingsThe worker can save up to 30% on the cost of the season ticket, as this benefit is exempt from personal income tax up to €1,500 per year. 

• Zero cost for the companyThe benefits: no salary increase and no extra cost for the company, but a tangible benefit. 

• Improving employee wellbeingThe workers feel the direct support of their company in an essential and recurrent expense at a time of rising prices.  

• Commitment to sustainability: encouraging continued use of public transport, despite price increases, helps to reduce the carbon footprint and to position the company as an environmentally conscious company.  

Discover all the advantages of Edenred Mobility in a flexible remuneration plan! 

A strategic benefit in times of change 

Rate hikes in Madrid can be an unexpected burden for many employees, but also an opportunity for companies to strengthen their value proposition.  

Include the Edenred transport card in your benefits policy not only mitigates the economic impact, but also position your company as socially responsible and welfare oriented.