How long does it take from Rue du Bac to Châtelet by metro?

The journey from Rue du Bac to Châtelet takes approximately 20 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 6.62 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Rue du Bac to Châtelet?

The token fare from Rue du Bac 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 Rue du Bac for Châtelet?

At Rue du Bac, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Front Populaire. Look for the electronic board showing "Front Populaire".

What is the last train from Rue du Bac to Châtelet?

The last train from Rue du Bac towards Front Populaire departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Châtelet back towards Rue du Bac departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Rue du Bac to Châtelet?

There are 6 stops between Rue du Bac and Châtelet on the Line 12. The stations are: Rue du Bac, Solférino, Assemblée Nationale, Concorde.

Rue du Bac To Châtelet

ShortestShortest Route

Rue du Bac

Platform 2·underground·Line 12Towards Front Populaire

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

Solférino

+2.35 min

2.35 min · 1.02 km

Assemblée Nationale

+4.7 min

2.35 min · 1.02 km

Concorde

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.06 km

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

interchange Concorde — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 1 ·Platform 1 Towards La Défense

+5 min

Concorde

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards La Défense

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

Tuileries

+2.66 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre

+5.32 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Châtelet

purple interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.56 km

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

Route on the map

6stops1changes

FromTo

Journey at a glance

20 min

Total time

stops

6.62 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Rue du Bac	05:00	23:00	Towards Front Populaire
Châtelet	05:30	01:15	Towards Rue du Bac

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

0.89 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.41 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~26 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€50

Auto

€110

Cab

€196

Estimates for 6.62 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

La DéfenseChâteau de Vincennes

Line 12

Charles de Gaulle–ÉtoileNation

Line 12

Saint-Denis–PleyelAéroport d'Orly

Line 12

Porte de ClignancourtPorte d'Orléans

Line 12

Departure station

Rue du Bac

underground

Rue du Bac, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

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