How long does it take from Bastille to Bibliothèque François Mitterrand by metro?

The journey from Bastille to Bibliothèque François Mitterrand takes approximately 23 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 8.56 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bastille to Bibliothèque François Mitterrand?

The token fare from Bastille to Bibliothèque François Mitterrand is €2.5. With a smart card the fare is €2.5 (save €0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's €2.5.

Which platform at Bastille for Bibliothèque François Mitterrand?

At Bastille, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards La Défense. Look for the electronic board showing "La Défense".

What is the last train from Bastille to Bibliothèque François Mitterrand?

The last train from Bastille towards La Défense departs at 01:15 on weekdays. The last train from Bibliothèque François Mitterrand back towards Bastille departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Bastille to Bibliothèque François Mitterrand?

There are 4 stops between Bastille and Bibliothèque François Mitterrand on the Line 1. The stations are: Bastille, Gare de Lyon.

Bastille To Bibliothèque François Mitterrand

ShortestShortest Route

Bastille

red interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards La Défense

First train: 05:30Last train: 01:15Doors open: right

Gare de Lyon

red interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.19 km

First train: 05:30Last train: 01:15

interchange Gare de Lyon — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 14 ·Platform 3 Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel

+5 min

Gare de Lyon

yellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 14Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel

First train: 05:30Last train: 01:15Doors open: right

Bercy

blue interchange

+4.97 min

4.97 min · 2.46 km

Cour Saint-Émilion

+9.92 min

4.95 min · 2.45 km

Bibliothèque François Mitterrand

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.37 km

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

Route on the map

4stops1changes

FromTo

Journey at a glance

23 min

Total time

stops

8.56 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bastille	05:30	01:15	Towards La Défense
Bibliothèque François Mitterrand	05:00	23:00	Towards Bastille

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

€2.5

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

€2.5

Save €0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

€2.5

Save €0 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

1.16 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.53 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~34 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€62

Auto

€132

Cab

€238

Estimates for 8.56 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

La DéfenseChâteau de Vincennes

Line 1

Charles de Gaulle–ÉtoileNation

Line 1

Saint-Denis–PleyelAéroport d'Orly

Line 1

Porte de ClignancourtPorte d'Orléans

Line 1

Departure station

Bastille

underground

Bastille, Paris, France

Weekdays: 05:30 – 01:15(Sundays from 05:30)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Bastille sortie 1· Place de la Bastille♿

Bastille sortie 2· Place de la Bastille♿

Bastille sortie 3· Place de la Bastille♿

Bastille sortie 4· Place de la Bastille♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Bibliothèque François Mitterrand

underground

Bibliothèque François Mitterrand, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines