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

The journey from Montparnasse–Bienvenüe to Châtelet takes approximately 12 minutes by Paris Métro, covering 5 km across 5 stops.

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

The token fare from Montparnasse–Bienvenüe 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 Montparnasse–Bienvenüe for Châtelet?

At Montparnasse–Bienvenüe, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Porte de Clignancourt. Look for the electronic board showing "Porte de Clignancourt".

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

The last train from Montparnasse–Bienvenüe towards Porte de Clignancourt departs at 01:15 on weekdays. The last train from Châtelet back towards Montparnasse–Bienvenüe departs at 01:15.

How many stops from Montparnasse–Bienvenüe to Châtelet?

There are 5 stops between Montparnasse–Bienvenüe and Châtelet on the Line 4. The stations are: Montparnasse–Bienvenüe, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Odéon, Saint-Michel, Cité, Châtelet.

Montparnasse–Bienvenüe To Châtelet

ShortestShortest Route

Montparnasse–Bienvenüe

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 4Towards Porte de Clignancourt

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

Saint-Germain-des-Prés

+2.32 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Odéon

+4.64 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Saint-Michel

+6.96 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Cité

+9.28 min

2.32 min · 1 km

Châtelet

yellow interchangered interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground5 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

12 min

Total time

stops

5 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Montparnasse–Bienvenüe	05:30	01:15	Towards Porte de Clignancourt
Châtelet	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

0.68 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.31 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~20 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.5

Bike

€40

Auto

€90

Cab

€160

Estimates for 5 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Line 4

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Line 4

Porte de ClignancourtPorte d'Orléans

Line 4

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

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.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access