How long is the drive from CDG to central Paris?

Between 45 minutes and 1 hour, depending on traffic, the time of day and your terminal.

Will the driver wait if my flight is late?

Yes. The driver tracks your flight number and waiting time is free if your flight is delayed.

CDG Airport to Paris: Taxi, Train or Private Transfer

Q: How much is a taxi from CDG to Paris?

With Allo Taxi Premium, a pre-booked transfer between CDG and central Paris costs €65 in a standard car, €85 in a VIP sedan and €110 in a 7-seat van, tolls included.

Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is about 25 km north-east of Paris, and most visitors land there. You have three realistic ways to reach the city: the RER B train, an official taxi from the rank, or a private transfer booked in advance. Here is how they compare.

The terminals, in one minute

CDG has three terminals. Terminal 2 is split into halls 2A to 2F, with the TGV railway station between 2E and 2F. Terminal 1 is a separate round building, and Terminal 3 is the smallest. Check your terminal before you land: it decides where you walk to, whichever option you choose.

Option 1: the RER B train

The RER B is the cheapest way into Paris. It works well if you travel light and your hotel is close to a station on the line. With several suitcases, children or a late-night arrival, it is less comfortable: stairs, crowded carriages at peak times and often a change of line to reach your final address.

Option 2: an official taxi from the rank

Official taxis wait outside each terminal. There is no booking, but at peak times — several long-haul flights landing together — the queue can be long, and you cannot choose the size of the vehicle. A group of five or more will usually need two cars.

Option 3: a pre-booked private transfer

With a private transfer, the price is fixed when you book, the driver follows your flight and waits for you in the arrivals hall with your name on a sign, then drives you door to door. With Allo Taxi Premium, a transfer between CDG and central Paris costs €65 in a standard car, €85 in a VIP sedan or €110 in a 7-seat van, tolls included, with no night or weekend surcharge.

How long does it take?

By road, count 45 minutes to 1 hour between CDG and central Paris, depending on the time of day, traffic on the A1 and A3 motorways and your terminal. When you leave Paris for a flight, aim to be at the airport 2 hours before a short or medium-haul flight and 3 hours before a long-haul flight.

Which one should you choose?

•Travelling light, on a budget: the RER B.
•Short queue, no plan needed: the taxi rank, outside peak times.
•Family, group, lots of luggage or a late arrival: a pre-booked transfer. For five or more people, one 7-seat van (€110) costs less than two cars (€130).

Ready to book? See our CDG transfer page or book online.

CDG Airport to Paris: Taxi, RER B or Private Transfer?