Situation today (26 October 2026)
- Today and tomorrow (26 and 27 October): no RATP strike notice found in the sources checked.
- Thursday 5 November: the CGT calls for a strike in all sectors; no RATP notice was known on 23 October, so the metro is not announced as on strike (Sortiraparis).
- RER: RER A and RER B are run partly by RATP and partly by SNCF; the 5 November SNCF strike can therefore affect them.
- Demonstrations: stations are closed as a precaution on the decision of the Paris police prefecture, usually the day before, regardless of any strike.
Calendar
| Date | Event | What it means for you |
|---|---|---|
| Mon 26 and Tue 27 October | No RATP strike announced | Metro, RER and buses normal |
| Sat 31 October | "Act III" of the yellow vests, route not published | No station closure confirmed; prefecture orders the day before |
| Wed 4 November | RATP traffic forecasts and SNCF transport plan published | Read them the evening before the 5th |
| Thu 5 November | Day of strikes and demonstrations; SNCF notice | Metro not announced on strike, watch the RER |
If the metro is disrupted
- Automatic lines: lines 1 and 14 are driverless and generally run better on strike days; check on ratp.fr the same evening.
- Alternatives: walking, cycling (Vélib'), buses and taxis; a guided bike tour shows Paris without the metro. Full network in Metro and RER in Paris.
- Stations closed for a demonstration: trains pass through without stopping; get off at the nearest open station. Marches are covered in Protests in Paris: what to do and what to avoid.
Refunds and rights
On a strike day there is no automatic refund of a ticket or travel pass; for Navigo passes, Île-de-France Mobilités decides case by case for long strikes. Keep your receipts. If you have a train or a flight, allow an hour more than usual, and check the RER to the airports.
What to do safely during the transport strike
Here is a plan B to keep your trip going without taking risks.
- Outing that does not depend on the strike: Versailles with transport, organised trip with transport included, no train or bus to book yourself.
- Airport transfer: transfer from Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport, no train, metro or bus to catch.
- Calm hotel, free cancellation: hotels in Montmartre, quiet area, refundable if your plans change.
FAQ
Is there a RATP strike today?
As of 26 October 2026 no RATP strike notice is known in our sources; the metro and buses run normally. Check ratp.fr and the Bonjour RATP app.
Will the metro be on strike on 5 November?
No RATP notice was known on 23 October, but the CGT calls for a strike in all sectors; traffic forecasts are published the day before.
Sources checked on 26 October 2026: Sortiraparis (23 October 2026), Le Metropolitan (20 October 2026), Politique Matin (26 October 2026). This page will be updated as soon as a RATP notice is filed.
