How long does it take from Valmy to Croix-Rousse by metro?

The journey from Valmy to Croix-Rousse takes approximately 24 minutes by Lyon Metro, covering 5.59 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Valmy to Croix-Rousse?

The token fare from Valmy to Croix-Rousse 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 Valmy for Croix-Rousse?

At Valmy, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Gare de Vénissieux. Look for the electronic board showing "Gare de Vénissieux".

What is the last train from Valmy to Croix-Rousse?

The last train from Valmy towards Gare de Vénissieux departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Croix-Rousse back towards Valmy departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Valmy to Croix-Rousse?

There are 7 stops between Valmy and Croix-Rousse on the Line D. The stations are: Valmy, Gorge de Loup, Vieux Lyon, Bellecour.

Valmy To Croix-Rousse

ShortestShortest Route

Valmy

Platform 1·underground·Line DTowards Gare de Vénissieux

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

Gorge de Loup

+2.26 min

2.26 min · 0.97 km

Vieux Lyon

+4.52 min

2.26 min · 0.97 km

Bellecour

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.91 km

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

interchange Bellecour — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line A ·Platform 1 Towards Perrache

+5 min

Bellecour

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line ATowards Perrache

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

Cordeliers

+1.81 min

1.81 min · 0.72 km

Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.43 km

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

interchange Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line C ·Platform 3 Towards Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

+5 min

Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line CTowards Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

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

Croix-Paquet

+1.63 min

1.63 min · 0.62 km

Croix-Rousse

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.25 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

24 min

Total time

stops

5.59 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Valmy	05:00	23:00	Towards Gare de Vénissieux
Croix-Rousse	05:00	23:00	Towards Valmy

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

0.75 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.35 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~22 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€44

Auto

€98

Cab

€172

Estimates for 5.59 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

PerracheVaulx-en-Velin–La Soie

Line D

Hôtel de Ville–Louis PradelCuire

Line D

Gare de VaiseGare de Vénissieux

Line D

CharpennesGare d'Oullins

Line D

Departure station

Valmy

underground

Valmy, Lyon, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Croix-Rousse

underground

Croix-Rousse, Lyon, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines