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

The journey from Châtelet to Château de Vincennes takes approximately 15 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 4.82 km across 3 stops.

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

The token fare from Châtelet to Château de Vincennes 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 Châtelet for Château de Vincennes?

At Châtelet, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel. Look for the electronic board showing "Saint-Denis–Pleyel".

What is the last train from Châtelet to Château de Vincennes?

The last train from Châtelet towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel departs at 01:15 on weekdays. The last train from Château de Vincennes back towards Châtelet departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Châtelet to Château de Vincennes?

There are 3 stops between Châtelet and Château de Vincennes on the Line 14. The stations are: Châtelet, Gare de Lyon.

Châtelet To Château de Vincennes

ShortestShortest Route

Châtelet

yellow interchangepurple interchange

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

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

Gare de Lyon

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.45 km

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

interchange Gare de Lyon — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 1 ·Platform 1 Towards La Défense

+5 min

Gare de Lyon

red interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards La Défense

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

Nation

red interchange

+2.65 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

Château de Vincennes

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.37 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

15 min

Total time

stops

4.82 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Châtelet	05:30	01:15	Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel
Château de Vincennes	05:30	01:15	Towards Châtelet

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

0.65 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

€2.5

Bike

€38

Auto

€88

Cab

€156

Estimates for 4.82 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

La DéfenseChâteau de Vincennes

Line 14

Charles de Gaulle–ÉtoileNation

Line 14

Saint-Denis–PleyelAéroport d'Orly

Line 14

Porte de ClignancourtPorte d'Orléans

Line 14

Departure station

Châtelet

underground

Châtelet, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Châtelet sortie 1· Châtelet♿

Châtelet sortie 2· Châtelet♿

Châtelet sortie 3· Châtelet♿

Châtelet sortie 4· Châtelet♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival 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