Route guide
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) → Central Paris
26 km (16 mi) · 45–90 min by car
All options compared
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| Official taxi | Official taxi: €55 Right Bank / €62 Left Bank (fixed) |
| Pre-booked transfer | Pre-booked: €35–65 (fixed) Book → |
| Train / bus | RER B: €11.50, 35 min to Châtelet. Roissybus: €16.60, 60 min to Opéra. |
Transfer service comparison for this route
| Service | Price | Meet & greet | Best for | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Pickups | €55–75 | ✓ Inside terminal | Families, premium | Check price → |
| Kiwitaxi | €45–65 | ✓ Arrivals hall | Vehicle variety | Check price → |
| GetTransfer | €40–55 | Varies | Budget travelers | Check price → |
| intui.travel | €42–58 | ✓ Most drivers | Shared options | Check price → |
EUR rates for standard sedan to central Paris (right bank default). Left bank +€5 via the Pont Cardinet detour during protests or marathons. Versailles and Disneyland Paris quoted separately. Updated March 2026.
Cheapest option
GetTransfer bids from €30
Best option
Welcome Pickups — CDG's 3 terminal complexes are confusing; meet-and-greet is especially valuable here
Journey time by time of day
| Time of day | Expected duration | Traffic |
|---|---|---|
| Early morning (5–7am) | 35–45 min | Light — smooth ride on the A1 |
| Morning rush (7–10am) | 60–100 min | Very heavy — A1 bottleneck near La Chapelle |
| Midday (10am–4pm) | 45–65 min | Moderate — usually manageable |
| Evening rush (4–8pm) | 70–100 min | Heavy — worst on Fridays |
| Evening (8pm–midnight) | 40–55 min | Light — comfortable ride |
| Late night (midnight–5am) | 30–40 min | Minimal — fastest times |
Times are to central Paris (1st–11th arrondissements). Add 15–30 minutes for southern Paris or La Défense.
For detailed meet-and-greet instructions applicable to all transfer services, see our step-by-step guide to booking airport transfers.
3. Walk to the car. At T1 and T2, drivers park in the short-stay car park (3–5 minute walk). At T3, cars park just outside the building.
4. Confirm the route. Tell your driver your hotel address. The standard route follows the A1 motorway south into Paris — this motorway is notorious for traffic jams during rush hour, especially around the Stade de France area.
All transport alternatives compared
| Option | Price | Time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked transfer | €40–75 | 45–90 min | Groups, families, door-to-door Book → |
| Taxi | €55 (fixed, Right Bank) / €65 (Left Bank) | 45–90 min | Spontaneous, no booking needed |
| Uber | €35–60 | 45–90 min | Solo daytime, app convenience |
| RER B train | €11.80 | 35–50 min to Gare du Nord | Budget solo, light luggage |
| Roissybus | €16.20 | 60–75 min to Opéra | Budget, Opéra area hotels |
| Le Bus Direct | €16 | 60–80 min | Eiffel Tower area, Gare Montparnasse |
| Shared shuttle | €20–30/person | 90–120 min | Ultra-budget solo travelers |
Paris has fixed taxi fares from CDG: €55 to Right Bank, €65 to Left Bank. These are transparent and enforced.
Which service wins for this route
CDG → central Paris is a route where the RER B train at €11.80 is genuinely the right answer for solo travelers — no pre-booked transfer can match it on price or reliability. For anyone else, the choice is more nuanced. GetTransfer bidding wins on price for couples and small groups, with winning bids of €45–60 routinely beating the €56/€65 flat taxi rate. Welcome Pickups is worth the €65–95 for families with children — the free child seats alone save the premium compared to scrambling for a compliant taxi. Kiwitaxi (€55–85) is the balanced pick for business travelers who want a named driver but don't need concierge-level service. intui.travel is the fallback — decent CDG coverage but rarely the optimal choice on any specific metric.
Real traveler tips
CDG has three terminals spread across a wide area. T2E/T2F handles most long-haul arrivals; T1 is the older international terminal; T3 is low-cost. Confirm your terminal when booking — the wrong pickup point costs 15–25 minutes.
The A1 motorway is notorious for protest-related closures and strike disruptions. During rail strikes (grèves), transfer demand doubles and prices rise 20–40%. Book 7+ days ahead when a strike is announced.
Fashion Week (February–March and September) is the single worst time to arrive at CDG — every transfer platform tightens supply and the A1 traffic reliably adds 30–60 minutes. Plan an extra hour of buffer.
French law strictly requires child seats for under-10s, and a non-compliant CDG taxi can refuse to carry you. Pre-booking a transfer with a guaranteed seat avoids the roadside problem.
Luggage and special requirements
Standard sedan: Fits 3 passengers with 3 suitcases. French sedans tend to have smaller trunks than American cars — if you have more than 2 large bags, book an MPV or minivan.
Ski equipment: Heading to the Alps? Book a station wagon or minivan and mention your ski bags during booking. GetTransfer and Kiwitaxi have the best vehicle selection for oversized luggage.
Child seats: French law requires approved child restraints for children under 10 or 135 cm. Welcome Pickups provides them free on every CDG booking. Kiwitaxi charges a modest fee. For GetTransfer and intui.travel, confirm with the specific driver — French private drivers are usually compliant but request explicitly.
The RER B luggage problem: If considering the RER B train, be aware that there's limited luggage space, no dedicated racks, and you'll need to navigate stairs at many stations. With 2+ large bags, a transfer is worth the premium.
Tips for this route
CDG traffic is brutal during morning (7:30–9:30) and evening (17:00–19:30) rush. Budget extra time. The RER B is efficient but crowded and involves stairs with luggage. For 2+ people, a transfer is comparable in cost per person.
Frequently asked questions
Pre-booked transfers range from €40 (GetTransfer bids) to €75 (Welcome Pickups premium sedan). Taxis have a fixed fare of €55 (Right Bank) or €65 (Left Bank). The RER B train costs €11.80 per person.
By car, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic. The A1 motorway is notorious for jams during rush hours (7–10am, 4–8pm). Late night or early morning, the drive can be as fast as 30 minutes.
Drivers meet you in the Arrivals hall of your specific terminal. CDG has three terminals — confirm yours before your trip. At Terminal 2, confirm your exact hall (2A through 2G) as they're spread over a large area. Most services send the driver's photo and phone number beforehand.
The RER B passes through some rougher northern suburbs. Late at night (after 10pm), most travel guides recommend a taxi or pre-booked transfer instead, especially for solo travelers or those with valuable luggage.
Taxis have transparent fixed prices (€55/€65) but you need to queue. Pre-booked transfers can be cheaper (from €40 via GetTransfer), offer meet-and-greet inside the terminal, and track your flight. For groups of 3+, transfers win on per-person cost.
Yes — all four services offer CDG to Disneyland routes (35 km, 45 minutes). Expect €55–85 for a sedan. This is significantly more convenient than taking the TGV shuttle, especially with children.
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