How long does it take from Bastille to Châtelet by metro?

The journey from Bastille to Châtelet takes approximately 5 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 2.37 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bastille to Châtelet?

The token fare from Bastille to Châtelet is €2.5. With a smart card the fare is €2.5 (save €0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's €2.5.

Which platform at Bastille for Châtelet?

At Bastille, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards La Défense. Look for the electronic board showing "La Défense".

What is the last train from Bastille to Châtelet?

The last train from Bastille towards La Défense departs at 01:15 on weekdays. The last train from Châtelet back towards Bastille departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Bastille to Châtelet?

There are 2 stops between Bastille and Châtelet on the Line 1. The stations are: Bastille, Hôtel de Ville, Châtelet.

Bastille To Châtelet

ShortestShortest Route

Bastille

red interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards La Défense

First train: 05:30Last train: 01:15Doors open: right

Hôtel de Ville

+2.65 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

Châtelet

purple interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.37 km

First train: 05:30Last train: 01:15

Route on the map

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FromTo

Journey at a glance

5 min

Total time

stops

2.37 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bastille	05:30	01:15	Towards La Défense
Châtelet	05:30	01:15	Towards Bastille

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

€2.5

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

€2.5

Save €0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

€2.5

Save €0 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

0.32 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.15 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~9 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€24

Auto

€58

Cab

€102

Estimates for 2.37 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Bastille

underground

Bastille, Paris, France

Weekdays: 05:30 – 01:15(Sundays from 05:30)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Bastille sortie 1· Place de la Bastille♿

Bastille sortie 2· Place de la Bastille♿

Bastille sortie 3· Place de la Bastille♿

Bastille sortie 4· Place de la Bastille♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Châtelet

underground

Châtelet, Paris, France

Weekdays: 05:30 – 01:15(Sundays from 05:30)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Châtelet sortie 1· Châtelet♿

Châtelet sortie 2· Châtelet♿

Châtelet sortie 3· Châtelet♿

Châtelet sortie 4· Châtelet♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access