How long does it take from Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre to Saint-Germain-des-Prés by metro?

The journey from Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre to Saint-Germain-des-Prés takes approximately 17 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 5.18 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre to Saint-Germain-des-Prés?

The token fare from Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre to Saint-Germain-des-Prés 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 Saint-Germain-des-Prés?

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 Saint-Germain-des-Prés?

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

How many stops from Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre to Saint-Germain-des-Prés?

There are 5 stops between Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre and Saint-Germain-des-Prés on the Line 1. The stations are: Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre, Châtelet.

Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre To Saint-Germain-des-Prés

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 4 ·Platform 5 Towards Porte de Clignancourt

+5 min

Châtelet

yellow interchangered interchange

Platform 5·underground·Line 4Towards Porte de Clignancourt

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

Cité

+2.32 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Saint-Michel

+4.64 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Odéon

+6.96 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Arrive Platform 1·underground4 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

17 min

Total time

stops

5.18 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
Saint-Germain-des-Prés	05:00	23:00	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

0.70 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.32 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~21 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€42

Auto

€92

Cab

€164

Estimates for 5.18 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

Saint-Germain-des-Prés

underground

Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines