How long does it take from Charles de Gaulle–Étoile to Cité by metro?

The journey from Charles de Gaulle–Étoile to Cité takes approximately 29 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 10.48 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Charles de Gaulle–Étoile to Cité?

The token fare from Charles de Gaulle–Étoile to Cité 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 Charles de Gaulle–Étoile for Cité?

At Charles de Gaulle–Étoile, 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 Charles de Gaulle–Étoile to Cité?

The last train from Charles de Gaulle–Étoile towards La Défense departs at 01:15 on weekdays. The last train from Cité back towards Charles de Gaulle–Étoile departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Charles de Gaulle–Étoile to Cité?

There are 9 stops between Charles de Gaulle–Étoile and Cité on the Line 1. The stations are: Charles de Gaulle–Étoile, Argentine, George V, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Champs-Élysées–Clemenceau, Concorde, Tuileries, Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre, Châtelet.

Charles de Gaulle–Étoile To Cité

ShortestShortest Route

Charles de Gaulle–Étoile

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards La Défense

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

Argentine

+2.65 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

George V

+5.31 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Tuileries

+15.93 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre

+18.59 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Châtelet

purple interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground9.48 km

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

interchange Châtelet — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 4 ·Platform 5 Towards Porte de Clignancourt

+5 min

Châtelet

yellow interchangered interchange

Platform 5·underground·Line 4Towards Porte de Clignancourt

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

Cité

Arrive Platform 1·underground1 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

29 min

Total time

stops

10.48 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Charles de Gaulle–Étoile	05:30	01:15	Towards La Défense
Cité	05:00	23:00	Towards Charles de Gaulle–Étoile

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

1.41 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

€2.5

Bike

€72

Auto

€156

Cab

€280

Estimates for 10.48 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

Charles de Gaulle–Étoile

underground

Charles de Gaulle–Étoile, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Charles de Gaulle–Étoile sortie 1· Arc de Triomphe♿

Charles de Gaulle–Étoile sortie 2· Arc de Triomphe♿

Charles de Gaulle–Étoile sortie 3· Arc de Triomphe♿

Charles de Gaulle–Étoile sortie 4· Arc de Triomphe♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Cité

underground

Cité, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines