How long does it take from Château de Vincennes to Cité by metro?

The journey from Château de Vincennes to Cité takes approximately 23 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 5.82 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Château de Vincennes to Cité?

The token fare from Château de Vincennes 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 Château de Vincennes for Cité?

At Château de Vincennes, 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 Château de Vincennes to Cité?

The last train from Château de Vincennes towards La Défense departs at 01:15 on weekdays. The last train from Cité back towards Château de Vincennes departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Château de Vincennes to Cité?

There are 4 stops between Château de Vincennes and Cité on the Line 1. The stations are: Château de Vincennes, Nation, Gare de Lyon.

Château de Vincennes To Cité

ShortestShortest Route

Château de Vincennes

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards La Défense

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

Nation

red interchange

+2.66 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Gare de Lyon

red interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.37 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

Châtelet

yellow interchangepurple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.45 km

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

interchange Châtelet — 5 min

Platform 3 · 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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FromTo

Journey at a glance

23 min

Total time

stops

5.82 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Château de Vincennes	05:30	01:15	Towards La Défense
Cité	05:00	23:00	Towards Château de Vincennes

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

0.79 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.36 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~23 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€44

Auto

€100

Cab

€178

Estimates for 5.82 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

Château de Vincennes

underground

Château de Vincennes, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Château de Vincennes sortie 1· Château de Vincennes♿

Château de Vincennes sortie 2· Château de Vincennes♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Cité

underground

Cité, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines