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

The journey from République–Villeurbanne to Vieux Lyon takes approximately 18 minutes by Lyon Metro, covering 5.26 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from République–Villeurbanne to Vieux Lyon?

The token fare from République–Villeurbanne to Vieux Lyon 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 Vieux Lyon?

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 Vieux Lyon?

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

How many stops from République–Villeurbanne to Vieux Lyon?

There are 7 stops between République–Villeurbanne and Vieux Lyon on the Line A. The stations are: République–Villeurbanne, Charpennes, Masséna, Foch, Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel, Cordeliers, Bellecour.

République–Villeurbanne To Vieux Lyon

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

Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

orange interchange

+7.2 min

1.81 min · 0.72 km

Cordeliers

+8.99 min

1.79 min · 0.71 km

Bellecour

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.29 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

Vieux Lyon

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

18 min

Total time

stops

5.26 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

0.71 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.33 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~21 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€42

Auto

€94

Cab

€166

Estimates for 5.26 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

Vieux Lyon

underground

Vieux Lyon, Lyon, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines