Paris Metro Line 2 Map & Stations Guide

 

Line 2 at a Glance

Main Route	Porte Dauphine ↔ Nation
Number of Stations	25
Total Length	12.4 km (7.7 miles)
End-to-End Travel Time	Approximately 35 minutes
First Train	Around 5:30 AM
Last Train	Around 12:40 AM (later on weekends)
Frequency	Every 2 to 5 minutes
Driverless Line?	No
Serves Montmartre?	Yes
Serves the Moulin Rouge?	Yes
Valid with Navigo Pass?	Yes

 

 

Paris Metro Line 2 runs across northern Paris, connecting popular areas such as Montmartre, Pigalle and Nation. This guide covers the map, stations, schedule and ticket information to help you travel easily across the city.

 

Paris metro line 2 map

 

 

Paris Metro 2

Line 2 of the metro of Paris serves the northern part of the city by drawing a half circle from the Champs-Élysées avenue to Nation metro station, through the famous neighbourhoods of Pigalle and Montmartre.
Part of the line is above ground, running on a 2 kilometers long viaduct, over 4 stations.
Inaugurated in 1900, Paris metro 2 transports around 100,000,000 every year.

 

Tourist attractions on Paris metro line 2

Paris metro 2 runs from the Champs-Élysées avenue and serves some of the most important tourist sites in the northern part of Paris. Many of these places are huge symbols of culture and art in Paris.

• The top of the Champs-Élysées avenue, where most of the biggest shops are located, and the Arc de Triomphe, a huge triumphal arch constructed to celebrate Napoleon’s victories, are served by metro station Charles de Gaulle – Étoile.
• The tourist neighbourhood of Pigalle, where is located the Moulin Rouge cabaret is served by Pigalle metro station.
• Montmartre, famous neighbourhood where a lot of artists like Picasso or Van Gogh were living and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica are located at metro station Anvers.
• The Père-Lachaise Cemetary, where a lot of artists and famous people like Jim Morrison or Edith Piaf are buried, is served by Paris metro 2 with station Père Lachaise.

 

Paris metro line 2 stations

Paris metro 2 was the second line constructed in Paris, with the idea of serving the important places in the northern part of Paris. Most of the stations are therefore located close to major tourist sites and train station, and offers good connections to other metro and RER lines.

• Charles de Gaulle – Étoile is a major touristic station with the Champs-Élysées avenue and the Arc de Triomphe located right next to it. It offers connections to many other important metro and RER lines.
• La Chapelle is connected by a tunnel network to Gare du Nord train station, where many metro and RER connections are available. You can also take the Eurostar to London there.
• Nation is also an important metro station, due to the good metro and RER connections available there. Place de la Nation, one of the biggest squares in Paris, is located there.

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Paris metro line 2 is serving an important transportation site

• Gare du Nord train station is connected to metro station La Chapelle through a tunnel network. It is the biggest train station of Paris, you can step there in the Eurostar in direction of London, or take Thalys train to Brussels or Amsterdam.

 

Paris metro line 2 is connected to the following metro lines

• RER C at Porte Dauphine.
• Metro 1, metro 6 and RER A at Charles de Gaulle – Étoile.
• Metro 3 at Villiers.
• Metro 13 at Place de Clichy.
• Metro 12 at Pigalle.
• Metro 4 at Barbès – Rochechouart.
• RER B, RER D and RER E at La Chapelle.
• Metro 5, and metro 7 at Stalingrad.
• Metro 5 and metro 7 bis at Jaurès.
• Metro 11 at Belleville.
• Metro 3 at Père Lachaise.
• Metro 1, metro 6, metro 9 and RER A at Nation.

 

Ticket price

Standard Ticket

The price of a metro ticket is €2.15. T-ticket is valid for 1 journey between 2 stations only, you cannot use it again after exiting the metro of Paris. You can find more details on the website of RATP.

Paris Pass

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Paris metro line 2 schedule

Paris metro 2 operates every day of the week including saturdays, sundays and holidays. Average waiting time between trains is 2 to 7 minutes on weekdays, and 3 to 8 minutes on weekends.

The first metro leaves stations Nation and Porte Dauphine at 5:30 in both directions every day.
The last metro leaves stations Nation and Porte Dauphine in both directions at 0:40 every day during the week, and at 1:40 on saturdays and sundays.

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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions About Paris Metro Line 2

What are the main attractions served by Metro Line 2?

Metro Line 2 serves several famous Paris attractions and neighborhoods, including Montmartre, the Moulin Rouge, Pigalle, Belleville and the Arc de Triomphe.

Does Line 2 go to Montmartre?

Yes. Stations such as Anvers, Pigalle and Blanche provide easy access to Montmartre and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica.

Which station is closest to the Moulin Rouge?

Blanche station is located directly in front of the world-famous Moulin Rouge cabaret.

Does Line 2 serve the Arc de Triomphe?

Yes. Charles de Gaulle – Étoile station provides direct access to the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Élysées.

What ticket do I need to use Line 2?

A standard Paris Metro ticket or a valid Navigo Pass can be used on Metro Line 2.

Can I use my Navigo Pass on Line 2?

Yes. Navigo Pass holders can travel freely on Line 2 within the zones covered by their subscription.

How long does it take to travel the entire Line 2?

A complete journey between Porte Dauphine and Nation usually takes around 35 minutes.

Is Line 2 useful for tourists?

Yes. Line 2 is one of the best metro lines for exploring Paris neighborhoods, especially Montmartre, Pigalle and Belleville.

What is the busiest station on Line 2?

Charles de Gaulle – Étoile is one of the busiest stations thanks to its connections with the RER A, Metro Line 1 and the Champs-Élysées area.

Does Metro Line 2 run late at night?

Yes. Services generally operate until shortly after midnight, with extended hours on Friday and Saturday nights.

What are the main connections available on Line 2?

Line 2 connects with several major metro lines throughout Paris, including Line 1 at Charles de Gaulle – Étoile and Line 4 at Barbès – Rochechouart.

Is Line 2 a good way to explore Montmartre?

Yes. Many visitors use Line 2 specifically to reach Montmartre, Sacré-Cœur and the surrounding artistic and entertainment districts.