Paris Metro & Public Transport

Public transport in Paris: metro tickets, train and bus

Information and tips about the metro and public transport in Paris, France; tickets for metro, trains, and water buses in Paris France.

Public transport in Paris

There are several ways to get around in the heart of Paris. Below, you’ll find helpful tips and information about transport options in the beautiful French city.

Metro Paris

Paris has a substantial metro network. With over 300 stations and 16 lines, each identified by a number and color, the network covers nearly all of Paris and extends into some suburbs. You can purchase a single Paris metro ticket, a day ticket, or a multi-day ticket.

• A single metro ticket costs around 2,10 euros and is valid for 90 minutes.
• If you wish to ride the Paris metro multiple times a day, then it may be more cost-effective to purchase a day ticket, which is known as Mobilis. A day ticket allows you to travel indefinitely through Paris for one day. The price of a day ticket is based on the number of zones you select.
• If you wish to ride the Paris metro for several days, then you can consider purchasing a tourist ticket, which is known as Paris Visite Travel. A tourist ticket also entitles you to slight reductions at the cash registers of several well-known Paris sights. This discount is only valid if you purchase your entry tickets on the spot.
• Warning: Please keep an eye out for pickpockets, particularly while riding the metro, where pickpockets strike regularly.
• Metro Map: At the official website you can watch the most recent Paris metro map.

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Hop-on Hop-off bus Paris

An easy and enjoyable way to explore Paris is the popular Hop-on Hop-off bus. The bus makes stops at several well-known Paris landmarks. Read more information and how toc book tickets for the Paris Hop-on Hop-off bus.

Hop-on Hop-off Waterbus Paris

The Hop-on Hop-off waterbus is a unique way to explore Paris. The Paris Hop-on Hop-off waterbus has a boarding point close to Avenue des Champs-Élysées, La Tour Eiffel, Hôtel des Invalides, Jardin des Plantes, Musée du Louvre, Musée d’Orsay and Notre-Dame. This is an enjoyable way to get around, especially on a sunny day (more info and tickets Hop-on Hop-off Waterbus).

Airport to city center

Paris has 3 different airports. To give you the best travel adviceto and from the airport, first select the airport you are flying into: