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

The journey from Madeleine to Bastille takes approximately 20 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 7.28 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Madeleine to Bastille?

The token fare from Madeleine to Bastille 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 Madeleine for Bastille?

At Madeleine, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel. Look for the electronic board showing "Saint-Denis–Pleyel".

What is the last train from Madeleine to Bastille?

The last train from Madeleine towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel departs at 01:15 on weekdays. The last train from Bastille back towards Madeleine departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Madeleine to Bastille?

There are 4 stops between Madeleine and Bastille on the Line 14. The stations are: Madeleine, Pyramides, Châtelet.

Madeleine To Bastille

ShortestShortest Route

Madeleine

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 14Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel

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

Pyramides

+4.95 min

4.95 min · 2.45 km

Châtelet

yellow interchangepurple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.91 km

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

interchange Châtelet — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 1 ·Platform 1 Towards La Défense

+5 min

Châtelet

purple interchangegreen interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards La Défense

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

Hôtel de Ville

+2.66 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Bastille

red interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.37 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

20 min

Total time

stops

7.28 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Madeleine	05:30	01:15	Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel
Bastille	05:30	01:15	Towards Madeleine

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

0.98 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.45 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~29 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€54

Auto

€118

Cab

€210

Estimates for 7.28 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

Madeleine

underground

Madeleine, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Madeleine sortie 1· La Madeleine♿

Madeleine sortie 2· La Madeleine♿

Madeleine sortie 3· La Madeleine♿

Madeleine sortie 4· La Madeleine♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival 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