How long does it take from Gare de Lyon to Gare de l'Est by metro?

The journey from Gare de Lyon to Gare de l'Est takes approximately 19 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 6.45 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Gare de Lyon to Gare de l'Est?

The token fare from Gare de Lyon to Gare de l'Est 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 Lyon for Gare de l'Est?

At Gare de Lyon, 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 Gare de Lyon to Gare de l'Est?

The last train from Gare de Lyon towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel departs at 01:15 on weekdays. The last train from Gare de l'Est back towards Gare de Lyon departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Gare de Lyon to Gare de l'Est?

There are 5 stops between Gare de Lyon and Gare de l'Est on the Line 14. The stations are: Gare de Lyon, Châtelet.

Gare de Lyon To Gare de l'Est

ShortestShortest Route

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

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

Arrive Platform 2·underground4 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

6.45 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Gare de Lyon	05:30	01:15	Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel
Gare de l'Est	05:00	23:00	Towards Gare de Lyon

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

0.87 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.40 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~26 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€48

Auto

€108

Cab

€192

Estimates for 6.45 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

Gare de Lyon

underground

Gare de Lyon, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Gare de Lyon sortie 1· Gare de Lyon♿

Gare de Lyon sortie 2· Gare de Lyon♿

Gare de Lyon sortie 3· Gare de Lyon♿

Gare de Lyon sortie 4· Gare de Lyon♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival 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