From 1 January 2026, public transport fares across Île-de-France (Paris region) will increase by 2.3%. This adjustment has been approved by Île-de-France Mobilités as part of its 2026 budget, voted on 10 December 2025.
The price update follows a multi-year strategy to finance large-scale transport upgrades while respecting a regional fare cap, which limits annual increases to inflation + 1%.
This guide explains:
Why Are Transport Prices Increasing in 2026?
Over the past several years, Île-de-France Mobilités has invested heavily in modernising and expanding public transport. These improvements increase operating and maintenance costs, which partly explains the fare adjustment.
Key reasons behind the increase:
Despite this, fare increases are strictly capped and remain among the most affordable globally for unlimited travel.
Public Transport Ticket Prices from January 2026
An official detailed list is published by Île-de-France Mobilités. Below is a student-friendly summary of the main fare changes.
Occasional Tickets (2026 Prices)
Ticket Type
Regular
Reduced
Metro / Train / RER
€2.55
€1.30
Bus / Tram
€2.05
€1.05
On-board purchase
€2.50
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SMS Ticket
€2.55
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Navigo Liberté+ (Pay-as-you-go)
Transport
Regular
Reduced
Metro / Train / RER
€2.04
€1.02
Bus / Tram
€1.64
€0.82
Monthly & Annual Navigo Passes
Pass Type
Price
Annual Navigo (all zones)
€998.80
Senior Annual Navigo
€544.80
Monthly Navigo
€90.80 / €45.40
Weekly Navigo
€32.40 / €16.20
Student Transport Passes
Pass
Price
Navigo Imagine R (students)
€393.30*
Imagine R Junior (under 11)
€17.20*
*Administrative fees not included.
Tourist & Airport Passes
Pass
Price
Airport Ticket
€14 / €7
Paris Visite – 1 day (Adult)
€30.60
Paris Visite – 5 days (Adult)
€78.00
What Improvements Are Being Funded?
Upgrades completed since 2016
Major projects coming soon
How Affordable Is the Navigo Pass Really?
Although the monthly Navigo pass costs €90.80, its real cost is €280.07 per month.
The difference is covered by:
For employees & students:
International Price Comparison
City
Monthly Transport Cost
London
£313
New York
€132
Berlin
€128
Paris (Navigo)
€90.80
Paris remains one of the most affordable major cities for unlimited public transport.
The 2026 transport fare increase in Île-de-France reflects continued investment in a faster, cleaner, and more reliable network. Even with the adjustment, Paris transport remains highly subsidized, especially for students, interns, and employees.
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