How to get from Houdan to Chars by metro and train?

From Houdan to Chars by metro and train

To get from Houdan to Chars in Paris, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the N train from Gare de Houdan station to Montparnasse-Bienvenue station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 13 metro and finally take the J train from Gare Saint-Lazare station to Chars station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 16 min.

256min

Leaves from Gare de Houdan

Step by Step

1
Start from train station
Houdan
2

Wait for train
N
Gare Montparnasse
3
Ride to train station
Montparnasse-Bienvenue
55 min
4

Wait for metro
13
Asnières - Gennevilliers Les Courtilles
5
Ride to metro station
Gare Saint-Lazare
10 min
6

Wait for train
J
Gisors
7
Ride to train station
Chars
61 min
8
Walk to
Chars
930 m • 12 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Houdan to Chars by metro and train via N, 12 and J

To get from Houdan to Chars in Paris, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the N train from Gare de Houdan station to Montparnasse-Bienvenue station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 12 metro and finally take the J train from Gare Saint-Lazare station to Chars station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 16 min.

256min

Leaves from Gare de Houdan

Step by Step

1
Start from train station
Houdan
2

Wait for train
N
Gare Montparnasse
3
Ride to train station
Montparnasse-Bienvenue
55 min
4

Wait for metro
12
Mairie D'Aubervilliers
5
Ride to metro station
Gare Saint-Lazare
11 min
6

Wait for train
J
Gisors
7
Ride to train station
Chars
61 min
8
Walk to
Chars
930 m • 12 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from Houdan to Chars

The distance between Houdan, Paris and Chars, Paris is approximately 117.31 km, which can typically be travelled in 256 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Houdan to Chars by metro and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Paris – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Houdan

Houdan is located at Houdan, Paris and the nearest public transit station is Gare de Houdan.

Train stations close to Houdan:

Gare de Houdan

Bus stations close to Houdan:

Gare de Houdan
République
Remparts

Public transit stations close to Chars, Paris

Chars is located at Chars, Paris and the nearest public transit station is Lycée Professionnel du Vexin.

Train stations close to Chars:

Chars
Santeuil - Le Perchay

Bus stations close to Chars:

Lycée Professionnel du Vexin
Four À Chaux
Place Des Fêtes

Alternative route from Houdan to Chars by metro and train via N, 12 and J

To get from Houdan to Chars in Paris, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the N train from Gare de Houdan station to Montparnasse-Bienvenue station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 12 metro and finally take the J train from Gare Saint-Lazare station to Chars station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 16 min.

256min

Leaves from Gare de Houdan

Step by Step

1
Start from train station
Houdan
2

Wait for train
N
Gare Montparnasse
3
Ride to train station
Montparnasse-Bienvenue
55 min
4

Wait for metro
12
Mairie D'Aubervilliers
5
Ride to metro station
Gare Saint-Lazare
11 min
6

Wait for train
J
Gisors
7
Ride to train station
Chars
61 min
8
Walk to
Chars
930 m • 12 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from Houdan to Chars?
The fastest way takes 256 minutes, using Train line N, Metro line 13, Train line J.
What is the alternative route to get from Houdan to Chars?
The alternative route takes 256 minutes, using Train line N, Metro line 12, Train line J.
Is there a direct train between Houdan and Chars in Paris?
No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one metro line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 16 min.
Which train line goes from Houdan to Chars in Paris?
The N train line goes from Gare Montparnasse station near Houdan to Montparnasse-Bienvenue station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one metro line till Montparnasse-Bienvenue station near Chars in Paris
How long does it take to travel from Houdan to Chars in Paris by train and metro?
The total travel time between Houdan and Chars in Paris by train and metro is about 4 hr 16 min.
Where do I get on the train near Houdan to get to Chars in Paris?
Get on the N train from the Gare Montparnasse station near Houdan in Paris.
Where do I get off the train when travelling between Houdan and Chars in Paris?
Get off the train at the Montparnasse-Bienvenue station, which is closest to Chars in Paris.

Last updated on February 7, 2026

How to get from Houdan to Chars by metro and train?

From Houdan to Chars by metro and train

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Alternative route from Houdan to Chars by metro and train via N, 12 and J

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Public transit directions from Houdan to Chars

Public transit stations close to Houdan

Public transit stations close to Chars, Paris

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Alternative route from Houdan to Chars by metro and train via N, 12 and J

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Is there a direct train between Houdan and Chars in Paris?

Which train line goes from Houdan to Chars in Paris?

How long does it take to travel from Houdan to Chars in Paris by train and metro?

Where do I get on the train near Houdan to get to Chars in Paris?

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