How long does it take from Charpennes to Saxe–Gambetta by metro?

The journey from Charpennes to Saxe–Gambetta takes approximately 8 minutes by Lyon Metro, covering 3.08 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Charpennes to Saxe–Gambetta?

The token fare from Charpennes to Saxe–Gambetta 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 Charpennes for Saxe–Gambetta?

At Charpennes, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Charpennes. Look for the electronic board showing "Charpennes".

What is the last train from Charpennes to Saxe–Gambetta?

The last train from Charpennes towards Charpennes departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from Saxe–Gambetta back towards Charpennes departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Charpennes to Saxe–Gambetta?

There are 4 stops between Charpennes and Saxe–Gambetta on the Line B. The stations are: Charpennes, Brotteaux, Part-Dieu, Place Guichard, Saxe–Gambetta.

Charpennes To Saxe–Gambetta

ShortestShortest Route

Charpennes

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line BTowards Charpennes

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30Doors open: right

Brotteaux

+1.9 min

1.9 min · 0.77 km

Part-Dieu

+3.8 min

1.9 min · 0.77 km

Place Guichard

+5.7 min

1.9 min · 0.77 km

Saxe–Gambetta

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.08 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

8 min

Total time

stops

3.08 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Charpennes	05:00	00:30	Towards Charpennes
Saxe–Gambetta	05:00	00:30	Towards Charpennes

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

0.42 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.19 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~12 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€28

Auto

€66

Cab

€118

Estimates for 3.08 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Charpennes

underground

Charpennes, Lyon, France

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Charpennes sortie 1· Charpennes♿

Charpennes sortie 2· Charpennes♿

Charpennes sortie 3· Charpennes♿

Charpennes sortie 4· Charpennes♿

Use a Navigo pass or a t+ ticket; keep your ticket until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Saxe–Gambetta

underground

Saxe–Gambetta, Lyon, France

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Saxe–Gambetta sortie 1· Saxe–Gambetta area♿

Saxe–Gambetta sortie 2· Saxe–Gambetta area♿

Saxe–Gambetta sortie 3· Saxe–Gambetta area♿

Saxe–Gambetta sortie 4· Saxe–Gambetta area♿

Use a Navigo pass or a t+ ticket; keep your ticket until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access