When choosing how to reach central Paris from CDG, think about the whole journey to your address, not just the time in a vehicle. Connections, luggage and your arrival time make the difference between a convenient trip and an awkward one.
Choose for your final address
The RER B may suit you when your accommodation is accessible from a station and you can handle your bags. Check the day’s service and the final connection from the station to your hotel.
Take taxis from the official airport rank; a private chauffeur is booked with pickup instructions. Compare waiting, luggage handling and access to your exact address. The linked fare and terminal guides cover those topics in more detail.
Real journey time by hour of arrival
The usual route takes the A1 then Porte de la Chapelle, or the A3 when the A1 clogs up. Times we observe daily towards the 1st–8th arrondissements:
- 05:00 – 07:00: 35 to 45 minutes, the best window
- 07:00 – 10:00: 60 to 90 minutes, inbound rush
- 10:00 – 16:00: 45 to 60 minutes
- 16:00 – 20:00: 55 to 85 minutes
- After 21:00: 35 to 45 minutes
The options, compared honestly
The RER B links CDG to Gare du Nord in 30 to 50 minutes for about €12. It is the fastest at rush hour, but you carry your own bags, change lines and finish by metro or taxi.
Paris taxis charge a fixed airport fare (about €56 right bank, €65 left bank). Reliable, but the rank queue can exceed 30 minutes after a long-haul flight, and pickup is outside, not in the arrivals hall.
Standard ride-hailing apps use surge pricing: the same trip can double on a Sunday evening or during a strike.
A private transfer booked in advance locks the price, tracks the flight and includes a name-board greeting inside the arrivals hall.
Luggage, child seats, groups
A sedan takes 3 passengers with 2 large suitcases. Beyond that the van is the only comfortable option: 7 passengers, 6 to 7 large cases, stroller laid flat.
Child seats and boosters are provided at no extra cost — just mention them when booking.
How it works with Paris DRIVIP
- Meet and greet in the arrivals hall with a name board
- Flight tracking and up to 60 minutes of free waiting after landing
- Price set at booking on routes with a fixed fare
- Direct online booking and WhatsApp support
Book your CDG transfer
Fixed €80 sedan / €130 van, flight tracking and name-board greeting included.
Get my priceFrequently asked questions
How much is a CDG to central Paris transfer?
€80 in a sedan (up to 3 passengers) and €130 in a van (up to 7), fixed all-inclusive price with no night surcharge.
How long does the ride take?
Between 35 and 90 minutes depending on the hour. Budget 45 minutes off-peak, up to 90 minutes between 07:00 and 10:00.
Does the chauffeur wait if my flight is delayed?
Yes. Flights are tracked live and 60 minutes of free waiting are included from actual landing time.
Where does the chauffeur meet me?
In the arrivals hall after customs, holding a name board. The exact point depends on your terminal.
Related reading
- CDG transfer prices: route, vehicle and quote explainedUnderstand a CDG transfer quote: destination, sedan or van, comparable services and the amount confirmed before booking with Paris Drivip.
- CDG terminals: wayfinding and chauffeur meeting pointsIdentify your CDG terminal, check flight information and follow the confirmed pickup instructions. Practical advice for changes and luggage collection.