How long does it take from Place Guichard to Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie by metro?

The journey from Place Guichard to Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie takes approximately 22 minutes by Lyon Metro, covering 6.6 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Place Guichard to Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie?

The token fare from Place Guichard to Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie 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 Place Guichard for Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie?

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

What is the last train from Place Guichard to Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie?

The last train from Place Guichard towards Charpennes departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie back towards Place Guichard departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Place Guichard to Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie?

There are 9 stops between Place Guichard and Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie on the Line B. The stations are: Place Guichard, Part-Dieu, Brotteaux, Charpennes.

Place Guichard To Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie

ShortestShortest Route

Place Guichard

Platform 2·underground·Line BTowards Charpennes

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

Part-Dieu

+1.9 min

1.9 min · 0.77 km

Brotteaux

+3.8 min

1.9 min · 0.77 km

Charpennes

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.31 km

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

interchange Charpennes — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line A ·Platform 1 Towards Perrache

+5 min

Charpennes

aqua interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line ATowards Perrache

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

République–Villeurbanne

+1.79 min

1.79 min · 0.71 km

Gratte-Ciel

+3.6 min

1.81 min · 0.72 km

Cusset

+7.2 min

1.81 min · 0.72 km

Laurent Bonnevay

+8.99 min

1.79 min · 0.71 km

Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.29 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

22 min

Total time

stops

6.6 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Place Guichard	05:00	23:00	Towards Charpennes
Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie	05:00	00:30	Towards Place Guichard

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

0.89 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.41 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~26 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€50

Auto

€110

Cab

€196

Estimates for 6.6 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

PerracheVaulx-en-Velin–La Soie

Line B

Hôtel de Ville–Louis PradelCuire

Line B

Gare de VaiseGare de Vénissieux

Line B

CharpennesGare d'Oullins

Line B

Departure station

Place Guichard

underground

Place Guichard, Lyon, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie

underground

Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie, Lyon, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie sortie 1· Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie area♿

Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie sortie 2· Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines