Everything about the Navigo travel card: weekly and monthly passes, how to buy one, top up, and whether tourists need one in 2026.
How to Get the Navigo Pass
Buy a Navigo Découverte card (€5 non-refundable fee) at any Métro station ticket window or machine. Requires a passport photo. Recharge weekly or monthly at any station or via the Île-de-France Mobilités app.
Navigo Pass Benefits
- Weekly pass (€30.75) covers all zones Mon–Sun, unlimited Métro, RER, bus, tram, and suburban trains.
- Monthly pass (€86.40) is the cheapest option for residents and long-stay visitors.
- Covers CDG airport via RER B (zones 1–5 scope), no extra airport ticket needed.
- Contactless Navigo Liberté+ works with any bank card, no separate card needed for pay-as-you-go.
- One card works across all RATP and Transilien networks in Île-de-France.
Fare Reference (EUR)
Payment methods: Navigo Liberté+ (contactless pay-as-you-go) · t+ single ticket · Navigo weekly pass · Navigo monthly pass · Paris Visite tourist pass.
💡 The Navigo weekly pass (€30.75) covers all zones, buy it from Monday and it pays off after just 15 single rides. For short visits, the Paris Visite pass includes airport zones.
| Journey | Off-Peak (EUR) | Peak (EUR) |
|---|---|---|
| t+ single ticket (all Paris) | €2.15 | €2.15 |
| Navigo weekly (all zones) | €30.75 | €30.75 |
| Navigo monthly (all zones) | €86.40 | €86.40 |
| Paris Visite 1-day (zones 1–3) | €13.95 | €13.95 |
| Paris Visite 2-day (zones 1–3) | €22.65 | €22.65 |
| RER B to CDG (single) | €11.80 | €11.80 |
Peak hours: No peak pricing, flat fares at all times.
Navigo Pass vs Single-Journey Ticket
| Navigo Pass | Single-Journey Token / Ticket | |
|---|---|---|
| Fare benefit | Weekly pass (€30.75) covers all zones Mon–Sun, unlimited Métro, RER, bus, tram, and suburban trains. | Standard full fare |
| Queue time | Tap and go, no queue | Buy at a machine each time |
| Initial cost | €5 | Journey cost only |
| Best for | Frequent riders | A single one-off journey |
Tips for Using the Navigo Pass
- Tap in and tap out with the same card at every gate. The fare is worked out when you exit.
- Top up before you travel, through the official Paris Métro app or website where available, or at station machines.
- If you lose the card, contact RATP (Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens). Many systems can move the balance to a new card.
- Travelling to or from the airport? See the airport transfer guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do tourists need a Navigo card?
Yes, if you're staying 3+ days and travelling often. The weekly pass at €30.75 pays off after 15 single trips. Buy the Navigo Découverte (€5 card fee, requires a photo) or use contactless pay-as-you-go via Navigo Liberté+ on your bank card.
Can I share a Navigo pass?
No, a Navigo pass is personal and includes your photo. Inspectors check ID. Each person needs their own card.
Does Navigo cover the RER to CDG Airport?
Yes, if your Navigo is charged with a weekly or monthly pass covering all zones (which is the standard flat-rate pass). No additional airport ticket is needed.
What is Navigo Liberté+ (contactless)?
Navigo Liberté+ lets you tap any contactless Visa, Mastercard, or phone at Metro gates, €2.15 per trip with a weekly cap equivalent to the weekly pass price. No card to buy, available at all stations since 2022.
See also: Paris Métro ticket prices · Airport connection · Full Paris Métro guide
Source: RATP (Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens). Fares and card terms change from time to time, so verify before travel.