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CDG to central Paris

Charles de Gaulle sits about 25 km northeast of the city, so every option is a real commitment of time, not a quick hop. The good news: Paris runs a fast rail link and a fixed-price taxi fare into the centre, so you rarely need to guess what a ride should cost. Pick by your luggage, the hour, and how many of you are travelling - confirm live times before you set off, as schedules shift seasonally and during strikes.

Best defaultIf you can manage your own bags and a few steps, take the RER B train - it is the fastest, cheapest way into central Paris and beats road traffic almost every time.

Your options, ranked

RER B train (regional rail)

Solo and budget travellers, anyone heading near a central RER stop with light luggage

Follow 'Paris by Train / RER' signs from any terminal; CDG has two stations (Terminal 2 and Terminal 1 via the free CDGVAL shuttle). Buy a single Paris-region ticket at the machines or counter, or tap a contactless card/phone at the gate. It runs direct to Gare du Nord, Chatelet-Les Halles and Saint-Michel.

Farearound EUR 11-12 (~USD 12-13) Time~30-40 min to Chatelet Last~23:50 (first ~04:50)

Roissybus (airport bus)

Travellers staying near Opera who prefer a single seat and no stairs

Departs all terminals and runs to Opera (rue Scribe), in the heart of the Right Bank near big hotels. Buy with a contactless card on board or at the machine; it is covered by some Paris travel passes. One seated ride, room for cases, but subject to road traffic.

Farearound EUR 16-17 (~USD 17-18) Time~60-75 min (traffic dependent) Last~00:30 (first ~05:15)

Official taxi (fixed fare)

Groups of 3-4, late arrivals, heavy luggage, or door-to-door with no transfers

Use only the marked taxi rank outside arrivals - never accept a driver who approaches you inside the terminal. Paris sets a flat regulated fare into the city, so the meter is not in play: EUR 56 to the Right Bank (north of the Seine) or EUR 65 to the Left Bank, for up to four passengers. Confirm the flat fare with the driver before leaving.

FareEUR 56 Right Bank / EUR 65 Left Bank (~USD 60-70) Time~40-60 min (traffic dependent) Last24/7

Ride-hail (Uber / Bolt / FreeNow)

Those who want app payment and a tracked ride, when the quote beats the taxi

Book in the app and meet your driver at the signed rideshare pickup zone, not the taxi rank. Fares are dynamic and surge at peak times and late at night, so they can land above or below the fixed taxi flat fare. Check the quoted price before you confirm.

Fare~EUR 45-80 with surge (~USD 50-90) Time~40-60 min (traffic dependent) Last24/7 (subject to driver availability)

Private transfer / chauffeur (premium)

Families, business travellers, and anyone prioritising a guaranteed greeter and fixed price

Pre-book a car service online for a fixed, all-in price with a name-board meet-and-greet at arrivals. Worth it if you land late, travel with a family, or simply want zero uncertainty. Confirm the meeting point and flight-tracking policy when you book.

Fare~EUR 70-120 (~USD 75-130) Time~40-60 min (traffic dependent) LastBy reservation, 24/7

Before you go

  • Ignore anyone offering a 'taxi' or 'lift' inside the terminal or by the doors - licensed Paris taxis only pick up from the marked outdoor rank, and the city-centre fare is a fixed flat rate, not a meter quote you have to haggle over.
  • The classic mistake is assuming the RER B runs reliably 24/7 - it does not. The last trains leave around midnight, partial-line works are common evenings and weekends, and strikes can suspend service, so check live status and have a taxi or bus as a backup for late arrivals.

Confirm live departure times on the day - schedules change.