Batobus Paris - Complete Guide to Paris’ Hop-On Hop-Off Cruise

With 9 location stops in central Paris and frequency of every 20 minutes, Batobus Paris is the best Seine River Cruise you can get when traveling Paris. So what is the tickets Price? Where you can buy tickets? How do you find the map and the Route? and Where is the stations? Check this Ultimate Guide for Batobus Paris!

There are many Cruise types you can find on the Seine River in Paris, but one of the best and most popular Cruise is the Batobus (Boat Bus) cruise which offer a delightful and enjoyable boat trip along the Seine River with a Hop-on-Hop-Off service that let you choose your own itinerary at your own pace.
 
In this guide, we have gathered all the details about Batobus Paris, including ticket prices, where to buy them, the route map, stops and stations, frequency and time, and many more essential tips. Take a couple of minutes, and let’s go!

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Is it Worth it?

Well, in our opinion, Batobus is definitely worth it. It’s actually one of the best options for you to enjoy easy and affordable transportation in Paris while experiencing the unique atmosphere of the city from the Seine River.

Batobus Stops - What is Batobus 9 Stations?

As mentioned, Batobus offers 9 stops where you can hop-on and hop-off at your own pace and in your own free time. These 9 stops are located in central places around Paris, such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and more

Here are the Batobus 9 stations:

  • Jardin des Plantes
  • Hôtel de Ville
  • Louvre
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Tour Eiffel
  • Invalides
  • Musée d’Orsay
  • Saint-Germain-des-Prés
  • Notre Dame
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What is Batobus tickets price and where should you buy them?

The price of Batobus tickets is not too expensive with just €23 for the cheapest option (Tickets for 1 day) or €27 for 2 days.  

You can buy the tickets by tickets offices, but we wouldn’t recommend it as tickets line can be very long at high season.

Best option is to buy tickets online and skip the line with a digital tickets. Just show your smartphone with your tickets, and get started right away.

You can find many websites which offer digital skip the line tickets to Batobus Paris. Tiqets for example is a very popular website that sells tickets with a nice and easy platform. GetyourGuide is also a very good site to buy from tickets to Batobus.

Duration Price
1 Day €23
2 Days €27

How long does Batobus route take?

The Batobus route takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes to complete, from start to finish. There is en approximate 10 to 15 minutes between each stops.

Here is a table of the approximate travel times between each stop:

Stop Travel Time
Jardin des Plantes 0 minutes
Hôtel de Ville 15 minutes
Louvre 25 minutes
Place de la Concorde 35 minutes
Tour Eiffel 45 minutes
Invalides 55 minutes
Musée d’Orsay 65 minutes
Saint-Germain-des-Prés 75 minutes
Notre Dame 85 minutes

What is Batobus Frequency?

The Batobus frequency varies depending on the time of year. During the low season (November to mid-April), boats depart every 25 minutes. During the high season (mid-April to October), boats depart every 15 minutes.
 

Here is a table of the Batobus frequency by time of year:

Time of YearFrequency
Low Season (November to mid-April)Every 25 minutes
High Season (mid-April to October)Every 15 minutes

Batobus Route Map

batobus route map

Batobus Operating Hours

Period Days Opening Hours
April 27 - September 21, 2025 Sunday to Wednesday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
April 27 - September 21, 2025 Thursday to Saturday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
September 22 - November 2, 2025 Monday to Sunday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
November 2, 2025 - March 31, 2026 Monday to Thursday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
November 2, 2025 - March 31, 2026 Friday to Sunday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

*Hours are subject to change. Please check the official Batobus website for the latest information.

Batobus Paris FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQ) about Batobus in Paris:

Batobus operates from morning until late evening but not in night hours.

Yes, food is allowed on the boat.

Yes, the maximum bag size allowed is 21.5” x 14” x 10” (55 x 35 x 25 cm).

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Batobus Paris - Complete Guide to Paris’ Hop-On Hop-Off Cruise

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