How long does it take from Montparnasse–Bienvenüe to Bastille by metro?

The journey from Montparnasse–Bienvenüe to Bastille takes approximately 25 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 7.05 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Montparnasse–Bienvenüe to Bastille?

The token fare from Montparnasse–Bienvenüe to Bastille 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 Montparnasse–Bienvenüe for Bastille?

At Montparnasse–Bienvenüe, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Charles de Gaulle–Étoile. Look for the electronic board showing "Charles de Gaulle–Étoile".

What is the last train from Montparnasse–Bienvenüe to Bastille?

The last train from Montparnasse–Bienvenüe towards Charles de Gaulle–Étoile departs at 01:15 on weekdays. The last train from Bastille back towards Montparnasse–Bienvenüe departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Montparnasse–Bienvenüe to Bastille?

There are 5 stops between Montparnasse–Bienvenüe and Bastille on the Line 6. The stations are: Montparnasse–Bienvenüe, Denfert-Rochereau, Place d'Italie, Bercy.

Montparnasse–Bienvenüe To Bastille

ShortestShortest Route

Montparnasse–Bienvenüe

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 6Towards Charles de Gaulle–Étoile

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

Denfert-Rochereau

+2.55 min

2.55 min · 1.13 km

Place d'Italie

+5.1 min

2.55 min · 1.13 km

Bercy

red interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.4 km

First train: 05:30Last train: 01:15

interchange Bercy — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 14 ·Platform 3 Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel

+5 min

Bercy

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 14Towards Saint-Denis–Pleyel

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

Gare de Lyon

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.46 km

First train: 05:30Last train: 01:15

interchange Gare de Lyon — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 1 ·Platform 1 Towards La Défense

+5 min

Gare de Lyon

red interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards La Défense

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

Bastille

red interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.19 km

First train: 05:30Last train: 01:15

Route on the map

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FromTo

Journey at a glance

25 min

Total time

stops

7.05 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Montparnasse–Bienvenüe	05:30	01:15	Towards Charles de Gaulle–Étoile
Bastille	05:30	01:15	Towards Montparnasse–Bienvenüe

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

0.95 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.44 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~28 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€52

Auto

€114

Cab

€206

Estimates for 7.05 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

La DéfenseChâteau de Vincennes

Line 6

Charles de Gaulle–ÉtoileNation

Line 6

Saint-Denis–PleyelAéroport d'Orly

Line 6

Porte de ClignancourtPorte d'Orléans

Line 6

Departure station

Montparnasse–Bienvenüe

underground

Montparnasse–Bienvenüe, Paris, France

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Montparnasse–Bienvenüe sortie 1· Gare Montparnasse♿

Montparnasse–Bienvenüe sortie 2· Gare Montparnasse♿

Montparnasse–Bienvenüe sortie 3· Gare Montparnasse♿

Montparnasse–Bienvenüe sortie 4· Gare Montparnasse♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival 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.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access