This week, it’s best to allow a little extra time for your trips around the capital. From October 26 to November 1, several Metro, RER, and Transilien lines are experiencing disruptions. Scheduled track work is causing station closures and service interruptions, particularly in the evenings. Recent protests have also made some trips around Paris more difficult. So to avoid finding yourself in front of a closed station or missing the last train, here’s what you need to know before heading out.
Metro closures expected through Sunday
If you’re planning to go out this week, certain lines deserve your attention. This is the case for Line 10, which will be completely shut down starting at 10 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27, and Wednesday, October 28. The closure is due to network modernization work.
Line 13 will also see several changes. Starting October 29, trains will no longer stop at Porte de Clichy through Sunday. But the most significant change takes effect on November 1. No Line 13 metro trains will run before noon. Affected passengers are therefore advised to plan an alternative route, either by taking a different metro line or by taking the bus.
In addition to these service disruptions, there are closures already in effect. On Line 4, the Saint-Michel station will remain closed through December. As for Line 8, it still does not serve République due to construction.
And if you’re flying, be sure to check your itinerary as well! The Orlyval service will be suspended on Tuesday, October 27, starting at 9 p.m., which could affect your route to Orly Airport.
RER and Transilien: Late-night commuters will be most affected
It’s especially once evening rolls around that travel on the Île-de-France transit network is likely to become more complicated. Several RER and Transilien lines are suspending part of their service to allow construction work to continue.
On the RER A, for example, trains will no longer run between La Varenne–Chènnevières and Boissy-Saint-Léger starting at 9:45 p.m., through October 29. Service interruptions are also expected toward Cergy-le-Haut. Meanwhile, the RER B will experience late-night service interruptions on certain routes to the north of the Île-de-France region, particularly toward Charles-de-Gaulle Airport.
The other RER lines are not spared either. Several sections of lines C, D, and E are also affected by construction, with schedules varying depending on the destination.
The situation is similar on certain Transilien lines, particularly lines J, N, P, and R. If you need to return to the suburbs after an evening in Paris, take a few moments to check the last departure from your station. In some cases, buses are replacing trains, but the trip may take longer.
A few tips for getting around more easily this week
Fortunately, this construction doesn’t mean you’ll have to give up on your travels! The key is not to rely solely on your usual route.
Before leaving home, check the schedules on the RATP or SNCF Transilien websites or the Île-de-France Mobilités app. This will help you identify any closed sections and choose an alternative route if necessary.
For evening trips, it’s best to be especially vigilant. Several service interruptions begin between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. If a replacement bus is scheduled, check its departure point: it’s not always right in front of the station.
Finally, recent protests have shown that some stations may also close temporarily for safety reasons. These measures are separate from scheduled construction work. Travelers are therefore advised to check real-time information, especially when a gathering is announced along their route.
Between the end of the All Saints’ Day break and your daily commute, a small change to your route can sometimes be enough to avoid a long detour. It’s best to plan for it before you leave!