Paris Tickets & Transit Information
Tickets & Transit Info
Paris, France
Public transit in Paris consists of four main transportation options: Métro (Subway), Bus, Tram and RER trains. These four methods of transportation provide excellent coverage in Paris to get where you need to go.
Time and Zone System
The Paris Transit Map. This map shows Métro, Tram, Bus and RER routes as well as zones. Click here for high resolution PDF.
How much is the subway in Paris? Paris is a zone based transit system, but the transfers are based on time. For example, Métro transfers are unlimited within 2 hours of using your ticket for the first time.
Tickets
There are a few options for you to pay your fare when travelling on busses or subways in Paris.
Update: September 6th, 2020
RATP has gotten rid of fares for any riders under the age of 18. This was done as an attempt to make it easier for children to get back to school. Riders 65 years of age or older already get free fares.
Navigo
Navigo is the Paris reloadable transit card. Navigo cards are designed for annual, monthly or weekly unlimited travel. The card costs €5 and can be reloaded with the duration of your choice. Navigo has two card types, standard and Découverte. Standard Navigo cards for Parisian residents while Découverte can be purchased by anyone. Navigo cards can be purchased at ticket kiosks with cash or at booths with a credit card. Double check the hours of the ticket booth for your trip to make sure they are open when you need to purchase your card. You will also need to bring a photo to attach to your Navigo card and a pen to sign your name. Many of the popular stations have little photo kiosks nearby, but if in doubt, you can bring your own photo (shot like a passport photo but 3cm tall, 2.5 cm wide).
Paper Tickets
Paris has a variety of paper ticket options for you to gain access to the Métro, Bus, Tram or RER trains. Single fare t+ tickets can be purchased for €1.90 and a 10-pack is available for €16.00. Paper tickets are also available in 1,2,3 and 5 day pass options for multiple zone combinations. Visit the RATP website for all the information and pricing for the ticket that best suits your multi day trip.
Smartphone
Navigo also has a mobile app on Android that supports contactless payments. The Vianavigo app is allows Samsung and Orange NFC capable smartphones to purchase fares on the device itself. The app supports single fares, t+ 10-pack and daily, weekly or monthly passes.
Detailed Photos
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Public Transportation Options
Bike & Scooter Share Options
Ride Sharing Options
