Planning to travel in Paris or the Île-de-France region?
Public transport tickets are going digital. To make your journeys easier, mobile apps and rechargeable travel passes are becoming the new standard. Follow our guide to discover the latest ways to travel around Paris and across the Île-de-France region with ease.
Fares: Ticket and Passes
Since January 1, 2025, transport fares have been simplified, there is no longer any calculation by zone for single tickets, flat fares now apply across the entire region, depending on the type of journey (metro, RER/train, or bus/tram).
Find below the current rates for tickets, effective January 1, 2026:
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Paris Region Airports Ticket For Airport transfers |
€14 |
| Metro-Train-RER Ticket Not valid for airports |
€2.55 |
| Bus-Tram Ticket | €2.05 |
| SMS Bus Ticket | €2.55 |
| Paris Visite Pass Includes discounts on select museums, attractions, and tours |
Varies |
| Navigo Découverte Pass Day, weekly, or monthly packages for tourists and visitors |
Varies |
Don’t forget to validate your contactless travel pass or device at the barrier when starting your journey.
Children under 4 travel free of charge, provided they do not occupy a seat. Children under 10, as well as other eligible passengers, are entitled to reduced-fare tickets.
How to Buy Tickets
Paper tickets are being phased out. Magnetic paper tickets are no longer sold across most of the network. You can now buy and top up your tickets using the Île-de-France Mobilités app or a Navigo Easy card, making travel in Paris simpler and faster.
► Use your iPhone or Android as your ticket
Buy tickets in the Île-de-France Mobilités app – no waiting at the station.
► Use a Navigo Easy card
Prefer not to use your smartphone? The rechargeable Navigo Easy card (€2) stores your tickets and passes for convenient travel. It’s available at all Metro and RER stations from ticket counters or vending machines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still buy paper tickets?
Mostly no. Magnetic paper tickets have been phased out on the rail network. You now need a Navigo Easy card (€2) or can use your smartphone (Android or iOS) via the Bonjour RATP or Île-de-France Mobilités apps.
What is the standard single fare?
Following the 2025/2026 simplification, there are now two main flat rates:
- Metro-Train-RER: €2.55 per journey (valid anywhere in the region, except airports).
- Bus-Tram: €2.05 per journey.
What is the fare for traveling to CDG or Orly Airport?
Airport Ticket: €14 flat fare for RER B (CDG) or Metro Line 14 (Orly).
Please note: travel to CDG or Orly Airport requires a Paris Region Airports Ticket, Paris Visite (all zones), or Navigo Semaine. The standard Metro-Train-RER ticket is not valid for airport journeys and may result in a fine if used.
Which pass is best for a short stay?
Heavy daily travel is best covered by Navigo Jour (€12.30), which offers unlimited travel across all zones for one day (excluding airports).
The Paris Visite tourist package is available for 1, 2, 3, or 5 days, costing more but including airport transfers and some museum discounts.
For multi-day travel, you can use the reusable Navigo Découverte card to load weekly or monthly passes at resident rates. It’s ideal for several days of frequent travel across central Paris, Disneyland, Versailles, and both CDG and Orly airports — no French residency required.