Complete Guide to Paris airport transfers compared in Paris

After a long flight to Paris, the last thing you want is confusion about how to get to your hotel. This guide covers every way to get from Paris airports to central Paris, with current 2026 prices, schedules, and practical tips. Whether you prioritize speed, cost, or comfort, we cover trains, buses, taxis, private transfers, and rideshare options for all three airports. For more details, check out our guide to hotels near Paris airports.

From Charles de Gaulle (CDG) to Paris

RER B Train (Best Value): Trains depart every 6-15 minutes from 4:56 AM to 11:56 PM. Journey takes 35 minutes to Gare du Nord. Single ticket: €11.45. A Navigo pass covers this route. Important: do NOT use a standard metro ticket — you need the dedicated RER ticket or face a €50 fine.

RoissyBus (Direct to Opera): Departs every 15-20 minutes from all CDG terminals from 5:15 AM to 12:30 AM. Arrives at Paris Opera in 60 minutes for €16.60. Great if you are staying near Opera, Louvre, or Champs-Elysees. For more, see our guide to which Paris airport is best.

Taxi: Fixed fares: €55 to the right bank, €62 to the left bank. Night surcharge adds €7. Journey: 30-60 minutes. Only use official taxi ranks. Uber and Bolt cost €40-60.

Private Transfer: Pre-booked via GetYourGuide, Welcome Pickups, or Blacklane. Sedan €55-85, minivan €70-110. Best for families and groups — driver meets you at arrivals with a name sign.

From Orly Airport (ORY) to Paris

Orlyval + RER B: Orlyval to Antony station (every 4-7 min), then RER B to Paris. Total: 30-40 minutes for €12.50. Navigo pass covers both. Runs 6:00 AM to 11:10 PM.

OrlyBus: Direct to Denfert-Rochereau (Metro 4/6, RER B) every 10-20 minutes from 5:35 AM. Journey: 30-40 minutes for €9.50.

Taxi: Fixed fares: €37 to right bank, €47 to left bank. Uber/Bolt: €30-50. Journey: 20-40 minutes.

From Beauvais (BVA) to Paris

Shuttle Bus: Departs Porte Maillot 3h20 before Ryanair departures. Returns 20-30 min after arrivals. €17.99 one-way, €31.99 round-trip. Journey: 75-90 minutes. Buy online in advance.

Taxi: €100-130. Only worth it for groups splitting the fare.

Money-Saving Tips

  • Buy RER tickets from machines (no queues, contactless payment)
  • Navigo pass at €30/week covers all transfers plus unlimited city transport
  • Pre-book private transfers for groups — €70 for 4 people is just €17.50 each
  • Never accept rides from touts inside terminals
  • Avoid RER during rush hours (7:30-9:30 AM, 5-7 PM) with large luggage
  • Book transfers on GetYourGuide for deals and skip-the-queue access