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

The journey from Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie to Croix-Rousse takes approximately 25 minutes by Lyon Metro, covering 7.69 km across 11 stops.

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

The token fare from Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie to Croix-Rousse 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 Croix-Rousse?

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 Croix-Rousse?

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

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

There are 11 stops between Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie and Croix-Rousse on the Line A. The stations are: Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie, Laurent Bonnevay, Cusset, Flachet, Gratte-Ciel, République–Villeurbanne, Charpennes, Masséna, Foch, Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel.

Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie To Croix-Rousse

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

Masséna

+12.61 min

1.81 min · 0.72 km

Foch

+14.4 min

1.79 min · 0.71 km

Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.44 km

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

interchange Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line C ·Platform 3 Towards Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

+5 min

Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line CTowards Hôtel de Ville–Louis Pradel

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

Croix-Paquet

+1.63 min

1.63 min · 0.62 km

Croix-Rousse

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.25 km

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

Route on the map

11stops1changes

FromTo

Journey at a glance

25 min

Total time

stops

7.69 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Vaulx-en-Velin–La Soie	05:00	00:30	Towards Perrache
Croix-Rousse	05:00	23:00	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

1.04 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.48 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~31 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€56

Auto

€122

Cab

€220

Estimates for 7.69 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

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

Croix-Rousse

underground

Croix-Rousse, Lyon, France

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines