Transport

Boost for night buses.

20 Nov, 2005

Fourteen new night buses have been introduced in the French capital, taking the total number of lines in operation to 35. Two of the new night bus lines run a circular route (in both directions) round the main Paris transport hubs, Gare de Lyon, Gare Montparnasse, Gare Saint Lazare, Gare de l'Est and Chtelet, taking in renowned nightlife spots such as Pigalle, Bastille, Saint-Germain-des-Pres and the Champs-Elysees. A further eight run from suburb to suburb. The remaining 25 lines connect the city centre with outlying districts. Transport officials are on hand throughout the night to assist travellers on these routes. Fares are the same as during the day and tickets can be purchased on board. Buses should now run more frequently (every ten minutes at weekends) and the service will be operational every day of the year. For more detailed information regarding routes: www.noctilien.fr.