How long does it take from Rue du Bac to Saint-Michel by metro?

The journey from Rue du Bac to Saint-Michel takes approximately 17 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 5.04 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Rue du Bac to Saint-Michel?

The token fare from Rue du Bac to Saint-Michel 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 Saint-Michel?

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 Saint-Michel?

The last train from Rue du Bac towards Mairie d'Issy departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Saint-Michel back towards Rue du Bac departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Rue du Bac to Saint-Michel?

There are 5 stops between Rue du Bac and Saint-Michel on the Line 12. The stations are: Rue du Bac, Sèvres–Babylone, Montparnasse–Bienvenüe.

Rue du Bac To Saint-Michel

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 4 ·Platform 3 Towards Porte de Clignancourt

+5 min

Montparnasse–Bienvenüe

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 4Towards Porte de Clignancourt

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

Saint-Germain-des-Prés

+2.32 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Odéon

+4.64 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Saint-Michel

Arrive Platform 2·underground3 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

17 min

Total time

stops

5.04 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Rue du Bac	05:00	23:00	Towards Mairie d'Issy
Saint-Michel	05:00	23:00	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

0.68 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.31 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~20 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€40

Auto

€90

Cab

€160

Estimates for 5.04 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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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

Saint-Michel

underground

Saint-Michel, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines