How it works
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Hours | From about 12:30 am to 5:30 am |
| Lines | Several dozen, one source counts 48 |
| Transfer hubs | Chatelet, Gare de Lyon, Gare de l'Est, Gare Saint-Lazare, Gare Montparnasse |
| Frequency | 15 to 30 min in Paris, up to 1 h in the suburbs |
| Ticket | Bus-Tram ticket (2.05 EUR) or Navigo |
Getting home safely
Wait at a well-lit, busy stop, check the line number and direction on the screen before boarding, and keep your phone and bag in front of you. The night bus is generally safe, but big-station stops also attract pickpockets: see Paris at night: safety. On festival or strike nights, services can change.
Alternatives for getting back
A taxi or ride-hailing costs more but avoids the wait; sleeping near the centre is the simplest answer for an evening out: hotels near Gare de Lyon or Gare du Nord. For an early evening on the water, a Seine cruise ends before the last metro.
FAQ
What time is the last metro in Paris?
Around 1:15 am on weekdays and Sundays, around 2:15 am on Fridays, Saturdays and eves of holidays (arrival at the terminus).
How much does the Noctilien cost?
A Bus-Tram ticket at 2.05 EUR or a Navigo pass; check the exact ticket.
Is the Noctilien safe?
Generally yes; stay alert at big stops and keep your belongings in front of you.
Going further
See buses in Paris and Paris at night.
