How long does it take from Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie to Charpennes by metro?

The journey from Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie to Charpennes takes approximately 11 minutes by Lyon Metro, covering 4.29 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie to Charpennes?

The token fare from Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie to Charpennes 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 Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie for Charpennes?

At Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Perrache. Look for the electronic board showing "Perrache".

What is the last train from Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie to Charpennes?

The last train from Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie towards Perrache departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from Charpennes back towards Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie to Charpennes?

There are 6 stops between Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie and Charpennes on the Line A. The stations are: Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie, Laurent Bonnevay, Cusset, Flachet, Gratte-Ciel, République–Villeurbanne, Charpennes.

Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie To Charpennes

ShortestShortest Route

Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie

Platform 1·underground·Line ATowards Perrache

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30Doors open: right

Laurent Bonnevay

+1.81 min

1.81 min · 0.72 km

Cusset

+3.6 min

1.79 min · 0.71 km

Gratte-Ciel

+7.2 min

1.79 min · 0.71 km

République–Villeurbanne

+9.01 min

1.81 min · 0.72 km

Charpennes

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.29 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

11 min

Total time

stops

4.29 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie	05:00	00:30	Towards Perrache
Charpennes	05:00	00:30	Towards Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie

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

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Line A

Gare de VaiseGare de Vénissieux

Line A

CharpennesGare d'Oullins

Line A

Departure station

Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie

underground

Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie, Lyon, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie sortie 1· Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie area♿

Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie sortie 2· Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Charpennes

underground

Charpennes, Lyon, France

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Charpennes sortie 1· Charpennes♿

Charpennes sortie 2· Charpennes♿

Charpennes sortie 3· Charpennes♿

Charpennes sortie 4· Charpennes♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access