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The Paris Navigo Decouverte card is a multi-use transit card that covers Paris public transport, including the Paris Metro, RER trains, buses, trams, and suburban Transilien trains. The card can be purchased at the airport, but some travellers have reported long lines and slow service at the airport metro pass counter. It is recommended to purchase the card at a smaller station or the nearest metro station to your hotel. The card can be purchased in-person at any Metro, RER, or Billets Paris et Ile-de-France train ticket window. To buy a Navigo card, you must bring a 3cm x 2.5cm colour photo of your face, which will be attached to the paper insert ID card. The cost of the card is 5€, and the weekly pass is 31.60€ as of January 1, 2025.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Where to buy Navigo pass at the airport | At the ticket office at one of the two RER stations at CDG airport. At Aéroport CDG 1 station, the ticket office is in the station building at street level. At Aéroport CDG 2 station, there are two ticket offices, one for mainline trains and one for public transport. |
| How much does the Navigo pass cost | €5 for the Navigo Découverte card, €31.60 for the weekly pass, and €2 for the Navigo Easy card. |
| What to bring when buying the Navigo pass | A 3cm x 2.5cm color photo of yourself. |
| Other things to note | Long queues at the airport when buying the Navigo pass. It might be better to buy it at a smaller station or the nearest metro station to your hotel. |
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Navigo pass cost
The Navigo pass is a multi-use transit card that is open to everyone. The pass can be loaded with a weekly or monthly pass and covers Paris public transport, including the Paris Metro, RER trains, buses, trams and suburban Transilien trains. The Navigo pass is ideal for regular travellers who want unlimited travel in the Île-de-France region.
The cost of the Navigo Week pass is €31.60 for a pass valid throughout the Île-de-France region (all zones). The Navigo Week pass for 2 zones costs €22.15 and can only be loaded onto a personalised Navigo pass, which is available for free at stations and train stations. The 2-zone passes are valid for all zones on weekends, public holidays, during the small school holidays of zone C, and during the summer from mid-July to mid-August.
The Navigo pass for tourists or visitors (officially called the Navigo Découverte) is available at daily, weekly and monthly prices. As of August 1, 2016, the Navigo Découverte week pass costs €22.15 and the monthly pass costs €73. As of January 1, 2025, the weekly Navigo Découverte pass costs €31.60, plus a €5 fee for the physical Navigo card itself. This fee is non-refundable. The cost of the Navigo card can be avoided by using the Navigo app on your iPhone or Android phone.
The Navigo pass can be purchased at nearly any Metro, RER, Billets Paris et Ile-de-France train ticket window. Both train stations at Charles de Gaulle Airport sell Navigo passes, although it may be quicker to buy the pass at a smaller station.
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Where to buy at the airport
You can buy a Navigo Decouverte pass in person at Paris' Charles de Gaulle (CDG) Airport. There are two train stations at CDG Airport that sell Navigo passes and train tickets. In Terminal 2, the train station is between sub-terminals 2C and 2E. If you arrive at Terminal 1 or Terminal 3, the closest train station is in the Roissypole building, which is a five-minute walk from Terminal 3.
At CDG Airport, you can also buy a Navigo Easy card at the ticket office at one of the two RER stations. At Aéroport CDG 1 station, the ticket office is in the station building at street level. At Aéroport CDG 2 station, there are two ticket offices: one for mainline trains and one for public transport. Go to the ticket office for public transport.
To buy a Navigo card, you must bring a 3cm tall by 2.5cm wide colour photo of your face. You can bring your own photo, or there are photo booths near train station ticket windows at CDG Airport, costing €5 for four pictures. You will also need a pen to write your name on the paper ID card. The Navigo Decouverte week pass costs €31.60, plus a €5 fee for the physical card.
Note that some travellers have reported long lines at CDG Airport when buying Navigo passes, so you may prefer to buy your pass at a smaller station or the nearest metro station to your hotel.
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What to bring when buying a pass
When buying a Navigo pass, it is important to bring a 3cm tall by 2.5cm wide colour photo of yourself. This photo will be attached to the paper insert ID card, which has an adhesive spot to hold the photo. You can use a self-service photo booth near train station ticket windows, which cost around €5 for a set of four pictures. However, it is recommended to bring your own colour photo printed at home, as these machines are often out of order. You will also need a pen to write your name on the paper ID card.
You can purchase a Navigo pass at either of the CDG, RER stations (in Terminal 2 or Roissypole). Both CDG train stations sell Navigo passes and train tickets. In CDG Terminal 2, the train station is between sub-terminals 2C and 2E. If you arrive at CDG Terminal 1 or 3, the closest CDG train station is in the Roissypole building, which is a 5-minute walk from Terminal 3.
You can also buy a Navigo pass at smaller stations, such as the metro station, to avoid long queues at the airport. The Navigo pass can now be purchased on both iPhone and Android, and through the IDF mobilities app.
If you are purchasing a plastic Navigo Easy card, these are available at manned windows, as the machines only dispense paper cards.
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Using the Navigo pass
The Navigo Decouverte card is a multi-use transit card that can be used on Paris public transport in the Metro Paris area. This includes the Paris Metro (subway/underground), RER trains (including the CDG Airport train, Orly Airport, Disneyland Paris, and Versailles), buses (including CDG and Orly airport buses), trams, and suburban Transilien trains.
The Navigo card can be purchased in person at Metro, RER, and Billets Paris et Ile-de-France train ticket windows. It can also be bought at CDG and Orly airports, although some sources advise against this due to long queues. The card can be bought for 5€, and a week pass costs 31.60€ plus a 5€ card fee (although there is no card fee if you use the Navigo app on your phone).
To buy the card, you must bring a 3cm by 2.5cm colour photo of yourself, which will be attached to the paper insert ID card. You will also need a pen to write your name on the paper ID card. You can bring your own photo, or use a photo booth at the station.
The Navigo card can be added to your phone's wallet app, and you can also buy tickets and passes through the app. However, some users have reported issues with this, including problems with validation and long wait times.
The Navigo card is a good option for those staying in Paris for more than one day, as it is an all-inclusive pass with unlimited rides until expiry.
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Alternatives to the Navigo pass
The Navigo Découverte pass is a multi-use transit card that covers all Paris public transport, including the Paris Metro, RER trains, buses, trams, and suburban Transilien trains. The pass can be purchased in-person at any Metro, RER, Billets Paris et Ile-de-France train ticket window, including those at CDG Airport or Gare du Nord train station.
However, if you are looking for alternatives to the Navigo pass, there are a few options available:
Mobile Phone App
The Navigo pass is now available on mobile phone apps for both iPhone and Android users. You can buy the pass online through one of the three official Paris transportation mobile phone apps and avoid the hassle of carrying a physical card. However, some users have reported issues with the app, such as problems with scanning and validation.
Individual Tickets
Instead of purchasing a weekly or monthly pass, you can opt for buying individual tickets or a group of 10 tickets, which can be shared among multiple people. This option may be more cost-effective if you do not plan to use public transportation frequently during your stay in Paris.
Carnet of Tickets
If you are arriving by Eurostar and have a short stay in Paris, you may consider buying a carnet of tickets instead of the Navigo pass. This option allows you to purchase a set of tickets for a discounted price, which can be more economical for shorter visits.
Other Transport Options
Paris offers various other transport options that do not require a Navigo pass. For example, you can explore the city by walking, biking, or using ride-sharing services. These alternatives can provide a more flexible and personalized way to navigate Paris, depending on your preferences and travel plans.
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Frequently asked questions
You can buy a Navigo pass at the ticket office at one of the two RER stations at the airport. At Aéroport CDG 1 station, the ticket office is in the station building at street level. At Aéroport CDG 2 station, there are two ticket offices, one for mainline trains and one for public transport.
The Navigo Decouverte card costs €5 and requires a photo and your name. The Navigo Easy card costs €2 and does not require a photo.
Yes, you need to bring a 3cm tall by 2.5cm wide colour photo of your face. There are also automated self-service photo booths near train station ticket windows at all major train stations and at the airport, costing €5 for a set of four pictures.
Once you have the card, you can load the zone 1-5 weekly pass for €31.60. This is done at a kiosk. Sometimes, staff will do this for you.
The Navigo Decouverte weekly pass covers unlimited travel between all zones and is valid from 12:00 am on Monday to 11:59 pm on Sunday.
