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

The journey from Cité to Gare du Nord takes approximately 14 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 6 km across 6 stops.

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

The token fare from Cité 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 Cité for Gare du Nord?

At Cité, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Porte de Clignancourt. Look for the electronic board showing "Porte de Clignancourt".

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

The last train from Cité towards Porte de Clignancourt departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Gare du Nord back towards Cité departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Cité to Gare du Nord?

There are 6 stops between Cité and Gare du Nord on the Line 4. The stations are: Cité, Châtelet, Les Halles, Réaumur–Sébastopol, Strasbourg–Saint-Denis, Gare de l'Est, Gare du Nord.

Cité To Gare du Nord

ShortestShortest Route

Cité

Platform 2·underground·Line 4Towards Porte de Clignancourt

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Châtelet

yellow interchangered interchange

+2.32 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Les Halles

+4.64 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Strasbourg–Saint-Denis

+9.28 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Gare de l'Est

+11.6 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Gare du Nord

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground6 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

14 min

Total time

stops

6 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Cité	05:00	23:00	Towards Porte de Clignancourt
Gare du Nord	05:30	01:15	Towards Cité

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

0.81 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.37 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~24 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€46

Auto

€102

Cab

€182

Estimates for 6 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

Cité

underground

Cité, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

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