How long does it take from République–Villeurbanne to Bellecour by metro?

The journey from République–Villeurbanne to Bellecour takes approximately 11 minutes by Lyon Metro, covering 4.29 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from République–Villeurbanne to Bellecour?

The token fare from République–Villeurbanne to Bellecour is €2. With a smart card the fare is €2 (save €0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's €2.

Which platform at République–Villeurbanne for Bellecour?

At République–Villeurbanne, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Perrache. Look for the electronic board showing "Perrache".

What is the last train from République–Villeurbanne to Bellecour?

The last train from République–Villeurbanne towards Perrache departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bellecour back towards République–Villeurbanne departs at 00:30.

How many stops from République–Villeurbanne to Bellecour?

There are 6 stops between République–Villeurbanne and Bellecour on the Line A. The stations are: République–Villeurbanne, Charpennes, Masséna, Foch, Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel, Cordeliers, Bellecour.

République–Villeurbanne To Bellecour

ShortestShortest Route

République–Villeurbanne

Platform 2·underground·Line ATowards Perrache

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

Charpennes

aqua interchange

+1.79 min

1.79 min · 0.71 km

Masséna

+3.6 min

1.81 min · 0.72 km

Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

orange interchange

+7.2 min

1.81 min · 0.72 km

Cordeliers

+8.99 min

1.79 min · 0.71 km

Bellecour

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.29 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

Route on the map

6stops0changes

FromTo

Journey at a glance

11 min

Total time

stops

4.29 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
République–Villeurbanne	05:00	23:00	Towards Perrache
Bellecour	05:00	00:30	Towards République–Villeurbanne

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

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

€2

Save €0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

€2

Save €0 per ride

Use your Lyon Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

0.58 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.27 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~17 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€36

Auto

€82

Cab

€144

Estimates for 4.29 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

PerracheVaulx-en-Velin–La Soie

Line A

Hôtel de Ville–Louis PradelCuire

Line A

Gare de VaiseGare de Vénissieux

Line A

CharpennesGare d'Oullins

Line A

Departure station

République–Villeurbanne

underground

République–Villeurbanne, Lyon, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Bellecour

underground

Bellecour, Lyon, France

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Bellecour sortie 1· Place Bellecour♿

Bellecour sortie 2· Place Bellecour♿

Bellecour sortie 3· Place Bellecour♿

Bellecour sortie 4· Place Bellecour♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access