How long does it take from Croix-Paquet to Saxe–Gambetta by metro?

The journey from Croix-Paquet to Saxe–Gambetta takes approximately 20 minutes by Lyon Metro, covering 3.99 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Croix-Paquet to Saxe–Gambetta?

The token fare from Croix-Paquet to Saxe–Gambetta is €2. With a smart card the fare is €2 (save €0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's €2.

Which platform at Croix-Paquet for Saxe–Gambetta?

At Croix-Paquet, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel. Look for the electronic board showing "Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel".

What is the last train from Croix-Paquet to Saxe–Gambetta?

The last train from Croix-Paquet towards Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Saxe–Gambetta back towards Croix-Paquet departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Croix-Paquet to Saxe–Gambetta?

There are 5 stops between Croix-Paquet and Saxe–Gambetta on the Line C. The stations are: Croix-Paquet, Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel.

Croix-Paquet To Saxe–Gambetta

ShortestShortest Route

Croix-Paquet

Platform 2·underground·Line CTowards Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

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

Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground0.62 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

interchange Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line A ·Platform 1 Towards Perrache

+5 min

Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line ATowards Perrache

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30Doors open: right

Cordeliers

+1.79 min

1.79 min · 0.71 km

Bellecour

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.43 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

interchange Bellecour — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line D ·Platform 3 Towards Gare de Vaise

+5 min

Bellecour

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line DTowards Gare de Vaise

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30Doors open: right

Guillotière

+2.26 min

2.26 min · 0.97 km

Saxe–Gambetta

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.94 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

Route on the map

5stops2changes

FromTo

Journey at a glance

20 min

Total time

stops

3.99 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Croix-Paquet	05:00	23:00	Towards Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel
Saxe–Gambetta	05:00	00:30	Towards Croix-Paquet

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

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

€2

Save €0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

€2

Save €0 per ride

Use your Lyon Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

0.54 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.25 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~16 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€34

Auto

€78

Cab

€138

Estimates for 3.99 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

PerracheVaulx-en-Velin–La Soie

Line C

Hôtel de Ville–Louis PradelCuire

Line C

Gare de VaiseGare de Vénissieux

Line C

CharpennesGare d'Oullins

Line C

Departure station

Croix-Paquet

underground

Croix-Paquet, Lyon, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Saxe–Gambetta

underground

Saxe–Gambetta, Lyon, France

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Saxe–Gambetta sortie 1· Saxe–Gambetta area♿

Saxe–Gambetta sortie 2· Saxe–Gambetta area♿

Saxe–Gambetta sortie 3· Saxe–Gambetta area♿

Saxe–Gambetta sortie 4· Saxe–Gambetta area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access