How long does it take from République–Villeurbanne to Guillotière by metro?

The journey from République–Villeurbanne to Guillotière takes approximately 22 minutes by Lyon Metro, covering 4.76 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from République–Villeurbanne to Guillotière?

The token fare from République–Villeurbanne to Guillotière 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 Guillotière?

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 Guillotière?

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

How many stops from République–Villeurbanne to Guillotière?

There are 6 stops between République–Villeurbanne and Guillotière on the Line A. The stations are: République–Villeurbanne, Charpennes.

République–Villeurbanne To Guillotière

ShortestShortest Route

République–Villeurbanne

Platform 2·underground·Line ATowards Perrache

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

Charpennes

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground0.71 km

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

interchange Charpennes — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line B ·Platform 3 Towards Charpennes

+5 min

Charpennes

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line BTowards Charpennes

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

Brotteaux

+1.9 min

1.9 min · 0.77 km

Part-Dieu

+3.8 min

1.9 min · 0.77 km

Place Guichard

+5.7 min

1.9 min · 0.77 km

Saxe–Gambetta

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.08 km

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

interchange Saxe–Gambetta — 5 min

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

+5 min

Saxe–Gambetta

aqua interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line DTowards Gare de Vaise

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

Guillotière

Arrive Platform 2·underground0.97 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

22 min

Total time

stops

4.76 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
République–Villeurbanne	05:00	23:00	Towards Perrache
Guillotière	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

0.64 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.30 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~19 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€38

Auto

€88

Cab

€154

Estimates for 4.76 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

Guillotière

underground

Guillotière, Lyon, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines