The snowfall affecting Paris and the Île-de-France region on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 has led to a complete halt in RATP bus services. Due to difficult weather conditions and the ice making travel especially hazardous, the RATP has begun gradually suspending all its bus routes across the city and the Île-de-France region.
This measure, implemented "for the safety of travelers and staff," affects the entire RATP bus network. The buses are currently being returned to their depots and will remain there "until safety conditions are once again met," according to the transport authority. In a new statement, they specify that this suspension will last at least until 12:00 PM.
The decision by RATP does not come lightly. With snow quickly accumulating on the roads of Paris and the Île-de-France region, and ice forming on the pavements, driving conditions are becoming dangerously challenging for buses. These heavy vehicles, not well-suited to extreme winter weather, pose significant risks of slipping or getting stuck. Ensuring the safety of passengers and drivers is now the top priority for the transit authority, which prefers to suspend service rather than take any chances.
This suspension comes as stormy weather blankets the entire region, with snow continuously falling since this morning. Météo-France had already issued a warning for Île-de-France due to these winter snowfalls. RATP services are closely monitoring the evolving weather conditions to determine when it will be safe to resume operations.
With the RATP bus network completely halted, residents of Île-de-France are forced to find alternative ways to get around. The metro and RER lines are still mostly operational, though some delays are to be expected. The underground lines, shielded from the weather, remain the most reliable option for traveling within Paris and accessing neighboring suburbs.
For those with no choice but to hit the road, utmost caution is essential. Traffic conditions remain treacherous due to persistent snow and ice on the roads. Bison Futé and the Paris Police Department advise limiting travel as much as possible. We strongly recommend prioritizing remote work when feasible. If you must travel, check real-time traffic updates on the Île-de-France Mobilités website and follow public transportation guidelines to stay safe.
The RATP will provide updates on the gradual resumption of bus services as soon as weather conditions allow. In the meantime, patience and caution remain essential for all travel within the city and across Île-de-France on this Wednesday, January 7, 2026. To stay informed with live updates, visit the official RATP website or download the RATP mobile app, which will keep you posted on when the service resumes.
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