How long does it take from Saint-Michel to Gare de l'Est by metro?

The journey from Saint-Michel to Gare de l'Est takes approximately 14 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 6 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Saint-Michel to Gare de l'Est?

The token fare from Saint-Michel to Gare de l'Est 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 Saint-Michel for Gare de l'Est?

At Saint-Michel, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Porte de Clignancourt. Look for the electronic board showing "Porte de Clignancourt".

What is the last train from Saint-Michel to Gare de l'Est?

The last train from Saint-Michel towards Porte de Clignancourt departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Gare de l'Est back towards Saint-Michel departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Saint-Michel to Gare de l'Est?

There are 6 stops between Saint-Michel and Gare de l'Est on the Line 4. The stations are: Saint-Michel, Cité, Châtelet, Les Halles, Réaumur–Sébastopol, Strasbourg–Saint-Denis, Gare de l'Est.

Saint-Michel To Gare de l'Est

ShortestShortest Route

Saint-Michel

Platform 2·underground·Line 4Towards Porte de Clignancourt

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

Cité

+2.32 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Châtelet

yellow interchangered interchange

+4.64 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Réaumur–Sébastopol

+9.28 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Strasbourg–Saint-Denis

+11.6 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Gare de l'Est

Arrive Platform 2·underground6 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

14 min

Total time

stops

6 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Saint-Michel	05:00	23:00	Towards Porte de Clignancourt
Gare de l'Est	05:00	23:00	Towards Saint-Michel

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

0.81 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.37 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~24 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€46

Auto

€102

Cab

€182

Estimates for 6 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Line 4

Porte de ClignancourtPorte d'Orléans

Line 4

Departure station

Saint-Michel

underground

Saint-Michel, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Gare de l'Est

underground

Gare de l'Est, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines