How long does it take from Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre to Nation by metro?

The journey from Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre to Nation takes approximately 20 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 4.81 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre to Nation?

The token fare from Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre to Nation 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 Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre for Nation?

At Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Château de Vincennes. Look for the electronic board showing "Château de Vincennes".

What is the last train from Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre to Nation?

The last train from Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre towards Château de Vincennes departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Nation back towards Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre to Nation?

There are 3 stops between Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre and Nation on the Line 1. The stations are: Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre, Châtelet.

Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre To Nation

ShortestShortest Route

Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards Château de Vincennes

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

Châtelet

purple interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.18 km

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

interchange Châtelet — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 14 ·Platform 3 Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel

+5 min

Châtelet

yellow interchangepurple interchange

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

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

Gare de Lyon

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.45 km

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

interchange Gare de Lyon — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 1 ·Platform 1 Towards La Défense

+5 min

Gare de Lyon

red interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards La Défense

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

Nation

red interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.18 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

4.81 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre	05:00	23:00	Towards Château de Vincennes
Nation	05:30	01:15	Towards Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre

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

0.65 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.30 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~19 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€38

Auto

€88

Cab

€156

Estimates for 4.81 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

La DéfenseChâteau de Vincennes

Line 1

Charles de Gaulle–ÉtoileNation

Line 1

Saint-Denis–PleyelAéroport d'Orly

Line 1

Porte de ClignancourtPorte d'Orléans

Line 1

Departure station

Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre

underground

Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Nation

underground

Nation, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Nation sortie 1· Place de la Nation♿

Nation sortie 2· Place de la Nation♿

Nation sortie 3· Place de la Nation♿

Nation sortie 4· Place de la Nation♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access