Lois Larson
The Paris Navigo Decouverte card is a multi-use transit card that can be purchased by anyone. It covers all five travel zones in Paris, including transport to and from both CDG and Orly airports. The card can be purchased at CDG airport, however, some travellers have reported long lines at the ticket offices. The card can also be purchased at any Metro station in Paris, and some travellers recommend buying the card in the city instead.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Can I buy a Navigo pass at CDG airport? | Yes, at the ticket office at one of the two RER stations. |
| Where is the ticket office? | In CDG Terminal 2, the train station is between sub-terminals 2C and 2E. |
| What documents do I need to buy a Navigo pass? | A 3cm x 2.5cm or 2.5cm x 3cm colour photo of yourself. |
| How much does a Navigo Week Pass cost? | €31.60 as of 1 January 2025, plus a €5 fee for the physical card. |
| When can I buy a Navigo Week Pass? | A pass for the current week can be bought until Thursday at midnight. Next week's pass is available from Friday morning. |
| What does the Navigo Week Pass cover? | All of the Metro Paris area, including the Paris Metro, RER trains, buses, trams and suburban Transilien trains. |
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What You'll Learn
Where to buy a Navigo pass at CDG Airport
Yes, you can buy a Navigo pass at Charles de Gaulle (CDG) Airport. There are two train stations at CDG Airport, and both sell Navigo passes and train tickets.
If you arrive at CDG Terminal 1 or CDG Terminal 3, the closest train station is in the Roissypole building, which is midway between the two terminals and a five-minute walk from Terminal 3. There is a sales window here where you can purchase Navigo cards and fares.
If you arrive at Terminal 2, the train station is between sub-terminals 2C and 2E. There is a ticket office here where you can purchase Navigo passes. There are two ticket offices, one for mainline trains and one for public transport; the latter is where you can purchase a Navigo pass.
It is worth noting that the lines at CDG Airport can get quite long, so you may want to consider purchasing your Navigo pass once you are in Paris. Navigo passes can be purchased at nearly any Metro, RER, Billets Paris et Ile-de-France train ticket window. You will need to bring a passport-sized photo of yourself to attach to the pass.
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The type of Navigo pass you can buy at CDG Airport
The Navigo pass is a multi-use transit card that can be purchased at CDG Airport. The pass covers all public transport in the Metro Paris area, including the Paris Metro, RER trains, buses, trams, and suburban Transilien trains.
There are two types of Navigo passes that can be purchased at CDG Airport: the Navigo Decouverte and the Navigo Easy. The Navigo Decouverte is a weekly pass that covers all zones 1-5 in the Paris region and costs 31.60€, plus a 5€ fee for the physical card. This card can be purchased at the two sales windows at CDG Airport, one at Roissypôle serving terminals 1 & 3, and the other in terminal 2. It is important to note that this card requires a photo, so travellers must bring a 3cm by 2.5cm colour photo with them to attach to the paper insert ID card.
The Navigo Easy card, on the other hand, does not require a photo and can be purchased at the ticket office at one of the two RER stations at CDG Airport. This card is more suitable for those who only need access to Paris transport rather than the whole Ile de France region. It is important to note that this card cannot be loaded with a weekly pass for zones 1-5, so it may not be suitable for those travelling outside of Paris.
Both types of Navigo passes can be purchased at CDG Airport, providing travellers with convenient access to Paris's public transportation system.
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What to bring when buying a Navigo pass
You can buy a Navigo pass at a manned ticket office at a metro station in Paris, or at Charles de Gaulle (CDG) Airport. At CDG Airport, there are two sales windows where you can purchase Navigo cards and fares: one at Roissypôle serving terminals 1 and 3, and a second in terminal 2.
When buying a Navigo pass, you must bring a small passport-sized colour photo of yourself, measuring 2.5cm by 3cm. You can either bring this from home, or use one of the photo booths near the train station ticket windows, which cost €5 for a set of four pictures. You will also need to bring a pair of scissors to trim your photo to size, and a pen to write your name on the paper ID card.
If you are buying a Navigo pass on your phone, you will need to download the IDF mobilities app, and have an address in Paris to register. You will also need to ensure your phone is NFC-compatible.
If you are buying a weekly or monthly pass, you will need to purchase the Navigo Decouverte card, which requires a photo. If you are buying a single ticket, you can purchase a Navigo Easy card, which does not require a photo.
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How to use the Navigo pass on your phone
Yes, you can buy a Navigo pass at the CDG airport. There are two sales windows where you can purchase Navigo cards and fares: one at Roissypôle, serving terminals 1 and 3, and a second in terminal 2. Both CDG train stations also sell Navigo passes and train tickets.
To use the Navigo pass on your phone, you will need to download the IDF MOBILITIES app. You will need a basic address in Paris and a photo on your phone. To purchase tickets, you will need NFC on your phone. You will need to have the phone screen open and the app open and logged into.
To top up a Navigo pass, you can use the IDFM or SNCF app. Most NFC Android phones from version Android 6.0 are compatible, and all iPhones from iPhone 7 with at least version iOS 13 and iOS 14.5 for the iPhones XR, XS and XS Max. To store the tickets in your phone and validate them, you must have one of the following Samsung Galaxy models with at least Android 6.0: A5 2017, A8, A70, A71, A80, S7 / S7 Edge, S8 / S8 +, S9 / S9 +, S10 / S10 + / S10e, S20 / S20 Fan Edition / S20 Fan Edition 5G, S21 / S21 + / S21 Ultra, S22/S22+/S22 Ultra, Note 8, Note 9, Note 10/10 + / 10 Lite, Z Flip / Z-Flip 5G, Fold / Z-Fold, Note 20 Ultra, or Note 20 5G.
To store a Navigo Month/Week (all zones) pass on your smartphone, you will need to create a Navigo Connect account. You will need a mobile network connection (3G/4G) and internet access (3G/4G or WiFi) throughout the process. Install the IDFM or SNCF app on your phone's Play Store and activate NFC, then follow the app's instructions to install the service.
Please note that the Navigo card passes and the passes in the mobile application are not synchronized, and it is not currently possible to transfer tickets or passes from a Navigo pass to your phone or vice versa. You must choose to use either your Navigo card or your phone with the app.
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Where to buy a Navigo pass if there are long queues at CDG Airport
If you encounter long queues at the CDG Airport ticket counters, you can try the following options to purchase a Navigo pass:
Roissypôle Station
If you arrive at Terminal 1 or Terminal 3, the closest train station is the Roissypôle building, which is midway between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 and a 5-minute walk from Terminal 3. There is a sales window here where you can purchase Navigo cards and fares.
Terminal 2
If you arrive at Terminal 2, the train station is located between sub-terminals 2C and 2E. There is a ticket office here where you can purchase Navigo passes.
Alternative Options
If the queues at the airport ticket offices are too long, you may want to consider the following alternatives:
- Purchase an RER ticket from one of the kiosks and then buy the Navigo pass once you're in the city at a manned metro station.
- Get the Navigo Easy card, which does not require a photo and can be bought at any metro station. However, note that this card is for individual tickets and may be more expensive if you plan to use a lot of public transportation.
- Download the IDF mobilities app and purchase a weekly pass on your phone. You will need an address in Paris and to have NFC turned on.
- If you are arriving during the Olympics and Paralympics, the RATP and Ile-de-Francr Mobilités sites encourage buying tickets ahead of time to avoid queues.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can buy a Navigo pass at CDG Airport. Both CDG train stations sell Navigo passes and train tickets.
There are two sales windows at CDG where you may purchase Navigo passes and fares. One at Roissypôle serving terminals 1 & 3, and a second in terminal 2.
To buy a Navigo pass, you must bring a 2.5cm x 3cm or 25mm x 30mm colour photo of yourself. This will be attached to the paper insert ID card.
