{"id":1050,"date":"2023-09-01T04:25:14","date_gmt":"2023-09-01T04:25:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lauraclery.com\/?p=1050"},"modified":"2023-10-11T06:35:11","modified_gmt":"2023-10-11T06:35:11","slug":"how-to-pay-for-bus-in-paris","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lauraclery.com\/how-to-pay-for-bus-in-paris\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Pay For The Bus In Paris: A Local’S Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"
As an international visitor navigating Paris, learning how to pay bus fares in the local system can be confusing. With multiple ticket options and payment methods, it’s important to understand how and where to purchase tickets.<\/p>\n
If you’re short on time, here’s a quick answer:<\/p>\n
Purchase single journey or booklets of bus tickets at metro stations, newsstands, or on board the bus with coins<\/b><\/a>. Or use a contactless credit card or Navigo travel card to validate on buses.<\/p>\n This comprehensive guide will outline all your bus ticket and payment options in Paris, including prices, where to purchase, validating tickets and passes, and using manual vs electronic methods.<\/p>\n If you’re just planning to take a few bus rides during your stay in Paris, single tickets are a convenient option.<\/p>\n These tickets can be purchased directly from the bus driver and are valid for a single journey on any bus within the city.<\/p>\n The cost of a single ticket is \u20ac2.50, and it allows you to transfer between different bus lines within 90 minutes of your initial validation.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n It’s important to have the exact change ready when purchasing a ticket from the driver, as they may not have change for larger bills.<\/p>\n If you’re planning to use the bus more frequently, purchasing a booklet of 10 tickets, known as a “carnet,” can save you both time and money.<\/p>\n These booklets can be purchased at ticket counters in metro stations or from authorized retailers.<\/strong><\/p>\nBus Ticket Options in Paris<\/h2>\n
Single tickets<\/h3>\n
Booklets of 10 tickets (carnets)<\/h3>\n