How long does it take from Rue du Bac to Gare de Lyon by metro?

The journey from Rue du Bac to Gare de Lyon takes approximately 27 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 7.9 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Rue du Bac to Gare de Lyon?

The token fare from Rue du Bac to Gare de Lyon 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 Rue du Bac for Gare de Lyon?

At Rue du Bac, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Mairie d'Issy. Look for the electronic board showing "Mairie d'Issy".

What is the last train from Rue du Bac to Gare de Lyon?

The last train from Rue du Bac towards Mairie d'Issy departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Gare de Lyon back towards Rue du Bac departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Rue du Bac to Gare de Lyon?

There are 6 stops between Rue du Bac and Gare de Lyon on the Line 12. The stations are: Rue du Bac, Sèvres–Babylone, Montparnasse–Bienvenüe.

Rue du Bac To Gare de Lyon

ShortestShortest Route

Rue du Bac

Platform 1·underground·Line 12Towards Mairie d'Issy

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

Sèvres–Babylone

+2.35 min

2.35 min · 1.02 km

Montparnasse–Bienvenüe

blue interchangepurple interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground2.04 km

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

interchange Montparnasse–Bienvenüe — 5 min

Platform 5 · Line 6 ·Platform 1 Towards Charles de Gaulle–Étoile

+5 min

Montparnasse–Bienvenüe

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 6Towards Charles de Gaulle–Étoile

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

Denfert-Rochereau

+2.55 min

2.55 min · 1.13 km

Place d'Italie

+5.1 min

2.55 min · 1.13 km

Bercy

red interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.4 km

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

interchange Bercy — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 14 ·Platform 3 Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel

+5 min

Bercy

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 14Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel

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

Gare de Lyon

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.46 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

27 min

Total time

stops

7.9 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Rue du Bac	05:00	23:00	Towards Mairie d'Issy
Gare de Lyon	05:30	01:15	Towards Rue du Bac

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

1.07 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.49 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

€124

Cab

€224

Estimates for 7.9 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

Rue du Bac

underground

Rue du Bac, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival 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