How long does it take from République–Villeurbanne to Croix-Rousse by metro?

The journey from République–Villeurbanne to Croix-Rousse takes approximately 16 minutes by Lyon Metro, covering 4.11 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from République–Villeurbanne to Croix-Rousse?

The token fare from République–Villeurbanne 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 République–Villeurbanne for Croix-Rousse?

At République–Villeurbanne, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Perrache. Look for the electronic board showing "Perrache".

What is the last train from République–Villeurbanne to Croix-Rousse?

The last train from République–Villeurbanne towards Perrache departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Croix-Rousse back towards République–Villeurbanne departs at 00:30.

How many stops from République–Villeurbanne to Croix-Rousse?

There are 6 stops between République–Villeurbanne and Croix-Rousse on the Line A. The stations are: République–Villeurbanne, Charpennes, Masséna, Foch, Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel.

République–Villeurbanne To Croix-Rousse

ShortestShortest Route

République–Villeurbanne

Platform 2·underground·Line ATowards Perrache

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

Charpennes

aqua interchange

+1.79 min

1.79 min · 0.71 km

Masséna

+3.6 min

1.81 min · 0.72 km

Foch

+5.39 min

1.79 min · 0.71 km

Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.86 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

16 min

Total time

stops

4.11 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
République–Villeurbanne	05:00	23:00	Towards Perrache
Croix-Rousse	05:00	23:00	Towards République–Villeurbanne

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

0.55 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

€80

Cab

€140

Estimates for 4.11 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

PerracheVaulx-en-Velin–La Soie

Line A

Hôtel de Ville–Louis PradelCuire

Line A

Gare de VaiseGare de Vénissieux

Line A

CharpennesGare d'Oullins

Line A

Departure station

République–Villeurbanne

underground

République–Villeurbanne, 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