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Paris metro line 8

 

Line 8 at a Glance

Main RouteBalard ↔ Créteil – Pointe du Lac
Number of Stations38
Total Length23.4 km (14.5 miles)
End-to-End Travel TimeApproximately 55 minutes
First TrainAround 5:30 AM
Last TrainAround 12:40 AM (later on weekends)
FrequencyEvery 2 to 5 minutes
Driverless Line?No
Serves Les Invalides?Yes
Serves Bastille?Yes
Valid with Navigo Pass?Yes

 


 

Paris metro line 8 map

Metro Paris Line 8 Map
Metro Paris Line 8 Map (Source ratp.fr)

 

 

🛡 Travel Safety Tip

Metro Line 8 connects central Paris with popular districts such as Bastille, Invalides and Opéra. While the line is generally very safe, trains can become crowded during commuting hours and major events.

Keep bags securely closed, avoid distractions when boarding and never leave your belongings unattended.

Discover our Paris Safety Guide for Tourists →

 

Paris Metro 8

Line 8 of the parisian metro links the southwest of Paris and the city of Créteil in the southeast suburbs of the French capital, through Concorde square and the National Opera.
Inaugurated in 1913, it is one of the longest metro lines in Paris, and the one which serves the most stations, with 38. Around 100,000,000 passengers use Paris metro 8 every year.

 

Tourist attractions on Paris metro line 8

Line 8 of the metro of Paris serves many important tourist sites in Paris. The Eiffel Tower and the Champs-Élysées avenue are also located not far away from it.

  • The palace of Invalides, where Napoléon is buried, is served by metro station Invalides. It also houses the Army Museum.
  • Place de la Concorde square is located down on the Champs-Élysées avenue. You can visit it at Concorde metro station.
  • The Paris Opera is also located on Paris metro 8, station is named Opéra. Classical operas and ballets are played there every week.
  • The symbol of the French revolution, Place de la Bastille square, where the Bastille jail was standing, is served by metro station Bastille.

 

Paris metro line 8 stations

In addition to the tourist sites listed above, Paris metro 8 also serves other major metro stations and has very good connections to other metro and RER lines.

  • Invalides metro station is located next to the palace of Invalides, where Napoléon is resting, and the National Museum of the French Army.
  • Concorde station stands on Place de la Concorde square, at the bottom of the Champs-Élysées avenue, that you can then walk up.
  • Opéra metro station is located just in front of the Opera of Paris, and is connected by tunnels to Auber metro and RER station.
  • Place de la République, which is the biggest square of Paris and meeting point of all major parisian street protests, is located next to République station.
  • Place de la Bastille square, where the Bastille prison was located until the revolution, is served by Bastille metro station.

 

Paris metro line 8 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 8 schedule

Paris metro 8 runs every day of the week including saturdays and sundays. It runs every 2 to 7 minutes on weekdays, and every 4 to 8 minutes on weekends.

The first metro leaves stations Balard and Pointe du Lac at 5:30 in both directions every day, including weekends.
The last metro leaves stations Balard and Pointe du Lac in both directions at 0:24 every day during the week, and at 1:24 on saturdays and sundays.

 

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions About Paris Metro Line 8

What are the main attractions served by Metro Line 8?

Metro Line 8 serves several major Paris landmarks and neighborhoods, including Les Invalides, Place de la Concorde, Madeleine, Opéra Garnier, Bastille and Pont Alexandre III.

Does Line 8 serve Les Invalides?

Yes. Invalides station provides direct access to Les Invalides, Napoleon’s Tomb and several military museums.

Can I visit Opéra Garnier using Line 8?

Yes. Opéra station provides direct access to the Palais Garnier opera house as well as the famous department stores on Boulevard Haussmann.

Does Line 8 go to Place de la Concorde?

Yes. Concorde station provides easy access to Place de la Concorde, the Tuileries Garden and the Musée de l’Orangerie.

What ticket do I need to use Line 8?

A standard Paris Metro ticket or a valid Navigo Pass can be used on Metro Line 8.

Can I use my Navigo Pass on Line 8?

Yes. Navigo Pass holders can travel freely on Line 8 within the zones covered by their subscription.

How long does it take to travel the entire Line 8?

A complete journey between Balard and Créteil – Pointe du Lac usually takes between 50 and 60 minutes.

Does Line 8 serve Bastille?

Yes. Bastille station provides access to Place de la Bastille, Opéra Bastille and several lively neighborhoods in eastern Paris.

Is Line 8 useful for tourists?

Yes. It provides direct access to several of Paris’ most important monuments, museums and historic districts.

What are the main connections available on Line 8?

Line 8 connects with numerous metro lines throughout Paris, particularly at Opéra, Concorde, Invalides and Bastille.

Does Metro Line 8 run late at night?

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

What are the busiest stations on Line 8?

Opéra, Bastille and Invalides are among the busiest stations because of their many connections and proximity to major attractions.