How long does it take from Gare de l'Est to Saint-Germain-des-Prés by metro?

The journey from Gare de l'Est to Saint-Germain-des-Prés takes approximately 19 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 8 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Gare de l'Est to Saint-Germain-des-Prés?

The token fare from Gare de l'Est to Saint-Germain-des-Prés 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 Gare de l'Est for Saint-Germain-des-Prés?

At Gare de l'Est, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Porte d'Orléans. Look for the electronic board showing "Porte d'Orléans".

What is the last train from Gare de l'Est to Saint-Germain-des-Prés?

The last train from Gare de l'Est towards Porte d'Orléans departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Saint-Germain-des-Prés back towards Gare de l'Est departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Gare de l'Est to Saint-Germain-des-Prés?

There are 8 stops between Gare de l'Est and Saint-Germain-des-Prés on the Line 4. The stations are: Gare de l'Est, Strasbourg–Saint-Denis, Réaumur–Sébastopol, Les Halles, Châtelet, Cité, Saint-Michel, Odéon, Saint-Germain-des-Prés.

Gare de l'Est To Saint-Germain-des-Prés

ShortestShortest Route

Gare de l'Est

Platform 1·underground·Line 4Towards Porte d'Orléans

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

Strasbourg–Saint-Denis

+2.32 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Réaumur–Sébastopol

+4.64 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Saint-Michel

+13.92 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Odéon

+16.24 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Arrive Platform 1·underground8 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

19 min

Total time

stops

8 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Gare de l'Est	05:00	23:00	Towards Porte d'Orléans
Saint-Germain-des-Prés	05:00	23:00	Towards Gare de l'Est

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

1.08 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.50 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~32 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€58

Auto

€126

Cab

€226

Estimates for 8 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Line 4

Departure station

Gare de l'Est

underground

Gare de l'Est, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Saint-Germain-des-Prés

underground

Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines