How long does it take from Ampère–Victor Hugo to République–Villeurbanne by metro?

The journey from Ampère–Victor Hugo to République–Villeurbanne takes approximately 13 minutes by Lyon Metro, covering 5 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Ampère–Victor Hugo to République–Villeurbanne?

The token fare from Ampère–Victor Hugo to République–Villeurbanne is €2. With a smart card the fare is €2 (save €0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's €2.

Which platform at Ampère–Victor Hugo for République–Villeurbanne?

At Ampère–Victor Hugo, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie. Look for the electronic board showing "Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie".

What is the last train from Ampère–Victor Hugo to République–Villeurbanne?

The last train from Ampère–Victor Hugo towards Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from République–Villeurbanne back towards Ampère–Victor Hugo departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Ampère–Victor Hugo to République–Villeurbanne?

There are 7 stops between Ampère–Victor Hugo and République–Villeurbanne on the Line A. The stations are: Ampère–Victor Hugo, Bellecour, Cordeliers, Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel, Foch, Masséna, Charpennes, République–Villeurbanne.

Ampère–Victor Hugo To République–Villeurbanne

ShortestShortest Route

Ampère–Victor Hugo

Platform 1·underground·Line ATowards Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Bellecour

green interchange

+1.79 min

1.79 min · 0.71 km

Cordeliers

+3.6 min

1.81 min · 0.72 km

Masséna

+8.99 min

1.79 min · 0.71 km

Charpennes

aqua interchange

+10.8 min

1.81 min · 0.72 km

République–Villeurbanne

Arrive Platform 1·underground5 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

7stops0changes

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Journey at a glance

13 min

Total time

stops

5 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Ampère–Victor Hugo	05:00	23:00	Towards Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie
République–Villeurbanne	05:00	23:00	Towards Ampère–Victor Hugo

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

€2

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

€2

Save €0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

€2

Save €0 per ride

Use your Lyon Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

0.68 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.31 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~20 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€40

Auto

€90

Cab

€160

Estimates for 5 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

PerracheVaulx-en-Velin–La Soie

Line A

Hôtel de Ville–Louis PradelCuire

Line A

Gare de VaiseGare de Vénissieux

Line A

CharpennesGare d'Oullins

Line A

Departure station

Ampère–Victor Hugo

underground

Ampère–Victor Hugo, Lyon, France

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

République–Villeurbanne

underground

République–Villeurbanne, Lyon, France

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines