How long does it take from Mermoz–Pinel to Croix-Rousse by metro?

The journey from Mermoz–Pinel to Croix-Rousse takes approximately 35 minutes by Lyon Metro, covering 10.43 km across 12 stops.

What is the metro fare from Mermoz–Pinel to Croix-Rousse?

The token fare from Mermoz–Pinel to Croix-Rousse 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 Mermoz–Pinel for Croix-Rousse?

At Mermoz–Pinel, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Gare de Vaise. Look for the electronic board showing "Gare de Vaise".

What is the last train from Mermoz–Pinel to Croix-Rousse?

The last train from Mermoz–Pinel towards Gare de Vaise departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Croix-Rousse back towards Mermoz–Pinel departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Mermoz–Pinel to Croix-Rousse?

There are 12 stops between Mermoz–Pinel and Croix-Rousse on the Line D. The stations are: Mermoz–Pinel, Laënnec, Grange Blanche, Monplaisir–Lumière, Sans Souci, Garibaldi, Saxe–Gambetta, Guillotière, Bellecour.

Mermoz–Pinel To Croix-Rousse

ShortestShortest Route

Mermoz–Pinel

Platform 2·underground·Line DTowards Gare de Vaise

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

Laënnec

+2.26 min

2.26 min · 0.97 km

Grange Blanche

+4.52 min

2.26 min · 0.97 km

Saxe–Gambetta

aqua interchange

+13.55 min

2.25 min · 0.96 km

Guillotière

+15.81 min

2.26 min · 0.97 km

Bellecour

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground7.75 km

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

interchange Bellecour — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line A ·Platform 1 Towards Perrache

+5 min

Bellecour

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line ATowards Perrache

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

Cordeliers

+1.81 min

1.81 min · 0.72 km

Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.43 km

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

interchange Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line C ·Platform 3 Towards Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

+5 min

Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line CTowards Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

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

Croix-Paquet

+1.63 min

1.63 min · 0.62 km

Croix-Rousse

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.25 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

35 min

Total time

stops

10.43 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Mermoz–Pinel	05:00	23:00	Towards Gare de Vaise
Croix-Rousse	05:00	23:00	Towards Mermoz–Pinel

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

1.41 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.65 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~42 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€72

Auto

€156

Cab

€280

Estimates for 10.43 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

PerracheVaulx-en-Velin–La Soie

Line D

Hôtel de Ville–Louis PradelCuire

Line D

Gare de VaiseGare de Vénissieux

Line D

CharpennesGare d'Oullins

Line D

Departure station

Mermoz–Pinel

underground

Mermoz–Pinel, Lyon, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Croix-Rousse

underground

Croix-Rousse, Lyon, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines