Traveling by metro in Paris without wasting time is easy: paper tickets have been replaced by modern and convenient options. From the Hotel R de Paris, a 4-star hotel in Paris located in the heart of Paris, you have the choice between a Navigo Easy pass, purchasing tickets on your smartphone, unlimited passes (Paris Visite), or an SMS ticket for the bus. This clear guide gathers everything you need to know to start your journeys with complete peace of mind.
Our Parisian boutique hotel, in the lively 9th arrondissement and just steps from the Saint-Lazare train station, is ideally located for exploring the Opéra, the department stores, and Montmartre. Here's how to buy your RATP tickets as soon as you arrive – and at the best price.
End of paper tickets: what to use in 2025?
The cardboard t+ ticket booklet is no longer sold: it's been replaced by contactless tickets. The easiest option is the Navigo Easy pass (physical card for €2) onto which you load Metro-Train-RER tickets, Bus-Tram tickets, or tram passes. You can also do everything with your smartphone (purchase and validation), or choose an unlimited pass like Paris Visite for 1 to 5 days. For emergency bus assistance, an onboard access ticket via SMS is available (no transfer required).
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Where and how to buy your tickets?
1) Navigo Easy Pass (recommended)
Purchase it at a station (ticket machines/ticket offices) and then load it with single tickets or booklets.
The Metro-Train-RER ticket costs €2.50 in 2025; with Navigo Liberté+, each journey costs €1.99 and is billed at the end of the month (ideal if you make several trips). Metro-Train-RER Ticket: Fares Navigo Liberté+: How to Use 2) Purchase & Smartphone validationUsing the Bonjour RATP (official RATP) or Île-de-France Mobilités apps, buy and store your tickets directly on your phone, then validate at the ticket gates with your mobile (NFC enabled). Convenient for avoiding queues or topping up a Navigo Easy pass remotely.
Concierge tip: Our digital concierge service has gathered all the useful apps for your stay (transport, taxis/ride-hailing services, micromobility, sightseeing, restaurants, delivery). Each app has a short description and download links for iPhone and Android. Examples from the selection: RATP/Bonjour RATP, Citymapper; G7, Uber, Bolt, Alpha Taxis, Taxi Seine Paris; Vélib’, Lime, Cityscoot, Yego; SNCF Connect, Paris Aéroport; Paris City Vision, Big Bus, GetYourGuide, Viator, izi.TRAVEL, VoiceMap; Michelin Guide, Le Fooding; Uber Eats, Deliveroo; St’art and FlashInvaders. See the dedicated "Taxis & Applications" page: Conciergify – Taxis & Applications.
3) Ticket machines, ticket windows & authorized retailers
All metro/RER stations have ticket machines.
You can also purchase a Navigo Easy pass and top up your travel passes at an authorized RATP retailer (tobacco shop, newsagent).4) SMS Ticket (bus only, no transfers)
When the bus arrives, send BUS+number (e.g., BUS29) to 93100. You will receive an SMS valid for one hour to board this line (no transfers). Indicative price: €2.50. SMS access ticket via SMS Access from the Hotel R de Paris From the hotel, quickly reach Saint-Lazare, Liège, or Place de Clichy for your metro/RER connections. Our reception staff can direct you to the nearest ticket machine. Which ticket should you choose for your stay? For a 2-3 day city break: check out Paris Visite (unlimited). For a week-long stay with varied visits: Navigo Semaine might be a good option. Occasional trips spread over several days: Navigo Liberté+ at the best price per journey. Stay flexible and travel light? Purchase/validation on your smartphone.
Paris Visite · Navigo Jour · Navigo Semaine
Need personalized advice before heading out? Stop by the reception desk or consult our FAQ. We will help you make the most of Paris's public transport and your stay in Paris.
