How long does it take from Châtelet to Gare du Nord by metro?

The journey from Châtelet to Gare du Nord takes approximately 12 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 5 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Châtelet to Gare du Nord?

The token fare from Châtelet to Gare du Nord 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 Gare du Nord?

At Châtelet, board from Platform 5 (underground station). The train runs Towards Porte de Clignancourt. Look for the electronic board showing "Porte de Clignancourt".

What is the last train from Châtelet to Gare du Nord?

The last train from Châtelet towards Porte de Clignancourt departs at 01:15 on weekdays. The last train from Gare du Nord back towards Châtelet departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Châtelet to Gare du Nord?

There are 5 stops between Châtelet and Gare du Nord on the Line 4. The stations are: Châtelet, Les Halles, Réaumur–Sébastopol, Strasbourg–Saint-Denis, Gare de l'Est, Gare du Nord.

Châtelet To Gare du Nord

ShortestShortest Route

Châtelet

yellow interchangered interchange

Platform 5·underground·Line 4Towards Porte de Clignancourt

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

Les Halles

+2.32 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Réaumur–Sébastopol

+4.64 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Strasbourg–Saint-Denis

+6.96 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Gare de l'Est

+9.28 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Gare du Nord

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

12 min

Total time

stops

5 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Châtelet	05:30	01:15	Towards Porte de Clignancourt
Gare du Nord	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

0.68 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.31 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~20 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€40

Auto

€90

Cab

€160

Estimates for 5 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

La DéfenseChâteau de Vincennes

Line 4

Charles de Gaulle–ÉtoileNation

Line 4

Saint-Denis–PleyelAéroport d'Orly

Line 4

Porte de ClignancourtPorte d'Orléans

Line 4

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

Gare du Nord

underground

Gare du Nord, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Gare du Nord sortie 1· Gare du Nord, Eurostar♿

Gare du Nord sortie 2· Gare du Nord, Eurostar♿

Gare du Nord sortie 3· Gare du Nord, Eurostar♿

Gare du Nord sortie 4· Gare du Nord, Eurostar♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access