The simplest option for most travelers is the RER B train. A taxi is more convenient if you have several bags, young children, limited mobility, or a group that can share the fare.
RER B train: usually the best balance
Follow signs for “Paris by train” or “RER B.”
- From Terminal 2: Walk to the station called Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Terminals 2A–2G may require a walk, shuttle, or bus connection.
- From Terminal 1: Take the free CDGVAL airport train to Terminal 3–Roissypole, where the RER station is located.
- From Terminal 3: Walk to the Terminal 3–Roissypole station.
RER B trains reach central Paris in roughly 30–45 minutes, depending on the stop and service pattern. Useful stations include:
- Gare du Nord for northern Paris and connections to Eurostar
- Châtelet–Les Halles for the Louvre/Marais area and multiple metro lines
- Saint-Michel–Notre-Dame for the Latin Quarter
- Luxembourg for the Luxembourg Gardens area
- Denfert-Rochereau for southern Paris
Buy an airport-to-Paris ticket from the station machines or ticket counter before boarding. A standard Paris Metro ticket is not sufficient for the airport journey. Keep the ticket until you have completely exited the system because it may be needed at the barriers.
Official taxi: easiest door-to-door option
Use only the clearly marked official taxi rank outside your terminal. Trips between CDG and Paris have regulated flat fares, with different rates for the Right Bank and Left Bank; confirm the current posted fare at the rank before leaving.
The journey commonly takes 45–75 minutes, but heavy traffic can make it longer. Ignore anyone approaching you inside the terminal offering a “taxi”—unauthorized drivers may charge far more than the official rate.
A taxi becomes especially practical for three or four passengers, since the fare can be shared and you avoid carrying luggage through stations and stairs.
Ride-hailing and private transfers
App-based cars and prebooked transfers are available, but pickup locations can be less obvious than the official taxi ranks. Check the app or booking confirmation for the exact meeting point. Prices may rise during busy periods, so compare the total with the posted official taxi fare.
Late-night travel
The RER does not operate all night. If you arrive after train service ends, use an official taxi or the Noctilien night bus network. Night buses are cheaper but slower and may require an onward taxi or metro connection after morning service begins.
Practical tips
Allow extra time for ticket machines, terminal transfers, and possible train disruptions. Keep valuables secured on the RER, particularly around doors and busy interchange stations. For a hotel near a central RER B stop, the train is generally fastest; for an address requiring several transfers, a taxi may be worth the added cost.