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Paris metro line 4

 

Line 4 at a Glance

Main RoutePorte de Clignancourt ↔ Bagneux – Lucie Aubrac
Number of Stations29
Total Length13 km (8.1 miles)
End-to-End Travel TimeApproximately 35 minutes
First TrainAround 5:30 AM
Last TrainAround 12:40 AM (later on weekends)
FrequencyEvery 2 to 4 minutes
Driverless Line?Yes
Serves Notre-Dame?Yes
Serves Montparnasse?Yes
Valid with Navigo Pass?Yes

 


 

Paris metro line 4 map

Paris metro line 4 map
Paris metro line 4 map

 

 

🛡 Travel Safety Tip

Metro Line 4 connects major transport hubs including Gare du Nord, Châtelet and Saint-Michel. Because it serves several of Paris’ busiest stations, trains are often crowded throughout the day.

Keep your belongings close, especially when boarding or changing trains, and avoid leaving bags unattended.

Read our complete guide to staying safe in Paris →

 

Paris Metro 4

Line 4 of the metro of Paris links the northern to the southern suburbs of the French capital. It serves the 3 biggest train stations of Paris, Gare du Nord, Gare de l’Est and Gare Montparnasse.
With 175,000,000 passengers every year, it is the second most used line of the parisian network.

 

Tourist attractions on Paris metro line 4

Paris metro 4 was mainly constructed with the idea to allow people living in the north and the south to reach the center of Paris and important train stations. There are not many monuments located on the line, however we can notice 2 important sites served by line 4 of the parisian metro in the city center.

  • Notre-Dame Cathedral, amazing gothic church building, is located close to Saint-Michel metro station.
  • Boulevard Saint-Germain, one of the most beautiful streets of Paris is reachable with metro stations Odéon and Saint-Germain-des-Prés.

 

Paris metro line 4 stations

Line 4 of the metro of Paris offers connections to all the other metro lines of the parisian network, except extension lines 3 bis and 7 bis. There are therefore major interchange stations located on the line.

  • Gare du Nord is the biggest train station of Paris. It offers a lot of connections to train, metro and RER lines.
  • Les Halles and Châtelet metro stations are separated on metro line 4 of the parisian metro but form together the biggest metro station of the world and offer connections to many other metro and RER lines.

 

Paris metro line 4 serves important transportation sites

  • Train station Gare du Nord is served by Paris metro 4. You can step there into the Eurostar in direction of London, or take Thalys train to Brussels or Amsterdam.
  • Gare de l’Est train station is located at the metro station holding the same name. It serves the east of France and Germany.
  • Gare Montparnasse is also located on line 4 of the parisian metro. It links Paris to the western part of France, Britanny in particular.

 

Paris metro line 4 is connected to the following metro lines

 

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

TIP : Use The 4 Day Paris All-Inclusive Pass and get FREE entrance to the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, the Palace of Versailles, the Arc de Triomphe, 1 day hop-on, hop-off Paris bus tour, a Seine river cruise, a French wine tasting in the Louvre cellar and many other activities. You would pay much more if you would buy the tickets for those attractions separately.
 

Paris metro line 4 schedule

Paris metro 4 runs every day of the week including saturdays and sundays. It runs every 1 to 6 minutes on weekdays, and every 3 to 7 minutes on weekends.

The first metro leaves stations Porte de Clignancourt and Mairie de Montrouge at 5:30 in both directions every day.
The last metro leaves stations Porte de Clignancourt and Mairie de Montrouge in both directions at 0:45 every day during the week, and at 1:45 on saturdays and sundays.

If you are still unsure about something, you can post your questions here.
 

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions About Paris Metro Line 4

What are the main attractions served by Metro Line 4?

Metro Line 4 serves several major attractions and neighborhoods including Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Latin Quarter, Saint-Michel, Châtelet, Montparnasse, Gare du Nord and Gare de l’Est.

Does Line 4 go to Notre-Dame Cathedral?

Yes. The stations Cité and Saint-Michel are the closest metro stations for visiting Notre-Dame Cathedral and Île de la Cité.

Which station should I use for the Latin Quarter?

Saint-Michel station is the best option for reaching the Latin Quarter, the Sorbonne University area and the Seine riverbanks.

Does Line 4 serve Montparnasse Station?

Yes. Montparnasse – Bienvenüe station provides direct access to one of Paris’ largest railway stations and the Montparnasse district.

Does Line 4 go to Gare du Nord?

Yes. Line 4 directly serves Gare du Nord, making it easy to connect with Eurostar, regional trains and RER services.

Is Metro Line 4 fully automated?

Yes. Line 4 has been modernized and now operates as a fully automated metro line.

What ticket do I need to use Line 4?

A standard Paris Metro ticket or a valid Navigo Pass can be used on Metro Line 4.

Can I use my Navigo Pass on Line 4?

Yes. Navigo Pass holders can travel freely on Line 4 within the zones covered by their subscription.

How long does it take to travel the entire Line 4?

A complete journey between Porte de Clignancourt and Bagneux – Lucie Aubrac typically takes around 35 minutes.

Is Line 4 useful for tourists?

Yes. It is one of the most useful metro lines for visitors because it provides access to several of Paris’ most popular historic and cultural districts.

What are the main connections available on Line 4?

Line 4 connects with many metro and RER lines, particularly at Châtelet, Saint-Michel, Gare du Nord and Montparnasse.

Does Metro Line 4 run late at night?

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