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

The journey from Bastille to Châtelet takes approximately 5 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 2.37 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bastille to Châtelet?

The token fare from Bastille 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 Bastille for Châtelet?

At Bastille, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards La Défense. Look for the electronic board showing "La Défense".

What is the last train from Bastille to Châtelet?

The last train from Bastille towards La Défense departs at 01:15 on weekdays. The last train from Châtelet back towards Bastille departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Bastille to Châtelet?

There are 2 stops between Bastille and Châtelet on the Line 1. The stations are: Bastille, Hôtel de Ville, Châtelet.

Bastille À Châtelet

ShortestShortest Route

Bastille

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Quai 1·underground·Line 1Vers La Défense

Premier train: 05:30Dernier train: 01:15Doors open: right

Hôtel de Ville

+2.65 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

Châtelet

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Arrive Platform 1·underground2.37 km

Premier train: 05:30Dernier train: 01:15

Route on the map

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Aperçu du trajet

5 min

Total time

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2.37 km

Distance

Interchanges

Premier et dernier trains

Station	Premier train	Dernier train	Direction
Bastille	05:30	01:15	Vers La Défense
Châtelet	05:30	01:15	Vers Bastille

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Tarifs et carte

Token fare

€2.5

Buy at counter or TVM

Carte à puce

€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

Voyage écologique

0.32 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.15 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~9 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Comparaison des coûts

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€24

Auto

€58

Cab

€102

Estimates for 2.37 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Questions fréquentes

Itinéraires populaires

La DéfenseChâteau de Vincennes

Line 1

Charles de Gaulle–ÉtoileNation

Line 1

Saint-Denis–PleyelAéroport d'Orly

Line 1

Porte de ClignancourtPorte d'Orléans

Line 1

Departure station

Bastille

underground

Bastille, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Bastille sortie 1· Place de la Bastille♿

Bastille sortie 2· Place de la Bastille♿

Bastille sortie 3· Place de la Bastille♿

Bastille sortie 4· Place de la Bastille♿

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

Équipements

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

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.

Équipements

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access