How long does it take from Gare de Lyon to Châtelet by metro?

The journey from Gare de Lyon to Châtelet takes approximately 5 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 2.45 km across 1 stop.

What is the metro fare from Gare de Lyon to Châtelet?

The token fare from Gare de Lyon 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 Gare de Lyon for Châtelet?

At Gare de Lyon, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel. Look for the electronic board showing "Saint-Denis–Pleyel".

What is the last train from Gare de Lyon to Châtelet?

The last train from Gare de Lyon towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel departs at 01:15 on weekdays. The last train from Châtelet back towards Gare de Lyon departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Gare de Lyon to Châtelet?

There are 1 stop between Gare de Lyon and Châtelet on the Line 14. The stations are: Gare de Lyon, Châtelet.

Gare de Lyon To Châtelet

ShortestShortest Route

Gare de Lyon

yellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 14Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel

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

Châtelet

yellow interchangepurple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.45 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

5 min

Total time

stops

2.45 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Gare de Lyon	05:30	01:15	Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel
Châtelet	05:30	01:15	Towards Gare de Lyon

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

0.33 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.15 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~10 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€24

Auto

€60

Cab

€104

Estimates for 2.45 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

La DéfenseChâteau de Vincennes

Line 14

Charles de Gaulle–ÉtoileNation

Line 14

Saint-Denis–PleyelAéroport d'Orly

Line 14

Porte de ClignancourtPorte d'Orléans

Line 14

Departure station

Gare de Lyon

underground

Gare de Lyon, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Gare de Lyon sortie 1· Gare de Lyon♿

Gare de Lyon sortie 2· Gare de Lyon♿

Gare de Lyon sortie 3· Gare de Lyon♿

Gare de Lyon sortie 4· Gare de Lyon♿

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