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

The journey from Flachet to Saxe–Gambetta takes approximately 18 minutes by Lyon Metro, covering 5.22 km across 7 stops.

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

The token fare from Flachet 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 Flachet for Saxe–Gambetta?

At Flachet, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Perrache. Look for the electronic board showing "Perrache".

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

The last train from Flachet towards Perrache departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Saxe–Gambetta back towards Flachet departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Flachet to Saxe–Gambetta?

There are 7 stops between Flachet and Saxe–Gambetta on the Line A. The stations are: Flachet, Gratte-Ciel, République–Villeurbanne, Charpennes.

Flachet To Saxe–Gambetta

ShortestShortest Route

Flachet

Platform 2·underground·Line ATowards Perrache

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

Gratte-Ciel

+1.79 min

1.79 min · 0.71 km

République–Villeurbanne

+3.6 min

1.81 min · 0.72 km

Charpennes

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.14 km

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

interchange Charpennes — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line B ·Platform 3 Towards Charpennes

+5 min

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

18 min

Total time

stops

5.22 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Flachet	05:00	23:00	Towards Perrache
Saxe–Gambetta	05:00	00:30	Towards Flachet

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

0.70 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.32 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~21 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€42

Auto

€92

Cab

€164

Estimates for 5.22 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

Flachet

underground

Flachet, Lyon, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

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