How long does it take from Pigalle to Châtelet by metro?

The journey from Pigalle to Châtelet takes approximately 19 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 6.02 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Pigalle to Châtelet?

The token fare from Pigalle to Châtelet 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 Pigalle for Châtelet?

At Pigalle, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Front Populaire. Look for the electronic board showing "Front Populaire".

What is the last train from Pigalle to Châtelet?

The last train from Pigalle towards Front Populaire departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Châtelet back towards Pigalle departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Pigalle to Châtelet?

There are 6 stops between Pigalle and Châtelet on the Line 12. The stations are: Pigalle, Gare du Nord.

Pigalle To Châtelet

ShortestShortest Route

Pigalle

Platform 2·underground·Line 12Towards Front Populaire

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

Gare du Nord

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.02 km

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

interchange Gare du Nord — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 4 ·Platform 1 Towards Porte de Clignancourt

+5 min

Gare du Nord

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 4Towards Porte de Clignancourt

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

Gare de l'Est

+2.32 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Strasbourg–Saint-Denis

+4.64 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Réaumur–Sébastopol

+6.96 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Les Halles

+9.28 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Châtelet

yellow interchangered interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground5 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

19 min

Total time

stops

6.02 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Pigalle	05:00	23:00	Towards Front Populaire
Châtelet	05:30	01:15	Towards Pigalle

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 6.02 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

La DéfenseChâteau de Vincennes

Line 12

Charles de Gaulle–ÉtoileNation

Line 12

Saint-Denis–PleyelAéroport d'Orly

Line 12

Porte de ClignancourtPorte d'Orléans

Line 12

Departure station

Pigalle

underground

Pigalle, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival 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