Paris Airport Transfer vs Taxi vs Train: Which to Choose
To get from a Paris airport to the city, take the train if you travel light on a budget, an official taxi if you want no booking, or a private transfer for a fixed price, door to door. With Paris Cab Service, a private transfer from CDG or Orly to central Paris costs from €65 and takes 35 to 45 minutes.
- CDG to Paris: from €65, about 45 minutes, 27 km
- Orly to Paris: from €65, about 35 minutes, 18 km
- Beauvais to Paris: from €132, about 80 minutes, 85 km
- Included: meet & greet, flight tracking, 60 minutes of free waiting, child seats
- Booking: online in about 2 minutes, free cancellation
Is the train a good way to get from Paris airports to the city?
The train is a good way into Paris if you travel alone or as a couple with light luggage. It is the lowest price per person.
- Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG): the RER B runs to Gare du Nord and central Paris.
- Paris-Orly (ORY): metro line 14 and the Orlyval light rail link the airport to the city.
- Paris-Beauvais (BVA): no train; a coach runs to Porte Maillot.
The downsides: stairs and crowds with suitcases, and the last part of the trip from the station to your hotel.
How do official taxis work at Paris airports?
Official taxis wait at marked ranks outside each terminal and need no booking. Between central Paris and CDG or Orly, they charge a regulated flat fare that depends on whether you go to the Right Bank or the Left Bank.
Other destinations run on the meter. At busy times there can be a queue at the rank, and a child seat is not guaranteed.
What does a private airport transfer include?
A private airport transfer includes a driver waiting for you and a price fixed at booking. With Paris Cab Service, every transfer includes:
- Meet & greet in arrivals with a name sign.
- Flight tracking, so an early or late landing moves the pickup time.
- 60 minutes of free waiting after landing.
- Free child seats and boosters, and a van for larger groups.
- Payment by card, PayPal, SumUp or cash to the driver.
Train, taxi or private transfer: which should you choose?
Choose by situation: the train for light, budget trips; a taxi for spontaneous trips to Paris; a private transfer for families, groups, late arrivals and destinations beyond the city.
| Your situation | Best option | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Solo, light luggage, daytime | Train | Lowest price per person |
| Couple to central Paris, no plans in advance | Official taxi | No booking, flat fare from CDG or Orly |
| Family with young children | Private transfer | Free child seats, door to door |
| Group of five or more | Private transfer | One van at a fixed price |
| Late-night arrival | Private transfer or taxi | Driver waits, flight tracked |
| Going to Disneyland Paris or Versailles | Private transfer | Fixed price, no changes with luggage |
How much is a private transfer from a Paris airport?
A private transfer from a Paris airport to central Paris starts at €65 from CDG or Orly and €132 from Beauvais, for 2 passengers and 2 bags (prices checked in October 2026). To Disneyland Paris, it starts at €91 from CDG and €86 from Orly.
See every route on the CDG to Paris, Orly to Paris and Beauvais to Paris pages.
Frequently asked questions
Is the RER B from CDG convenient with heavy luggage?
The RER B from Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport (CDG) works with luggage, but it can be crowded, some stations have stairs, and you still need to get from the station to your hotel. With heavy suitcases or children, a private transfer from €65 goes straight to your address.
Can I get a child seat in an official taxi at a Paris airport?
A child seat is not guaranteed in an official taxi at a Paris airport, because taxis at the rank are not booked in advance. With a private transfer from Paris Cab Service, child seats and boosters are free and fitted before pickup if you request them when booking.
What is the best way to get into Paris after a late-night landing?
After a late-night landing at a Paris airport, a pre-booked private transfer or an official taxi is the easiest choice, as public transport offers fewer options late at night. A private transfer runs 24/7, tracks your flight and includes 60 minutes of free waiting.
How long does a private transfer from Orly to Paris take?
A private transfer from Paris-Orly airport (ORY) to central Paris takes about 35 minutes for 18 km in normal traffic. It starts at €65 for 2 passengers and 2 bags, at a fixed price that does not change if traffic is heavy.
Is a taxi or a private transfer better for a group of six?
For a group of six arriving at a Paris airport, a private transfer is usually more practical, because one van takes everyone and the luggage at a fixed price shown before confirming. With official taxis, a group of six often needs two cars.
Book your airport transfer
Book online in about 2 minutes with your flight number. For airport-by-airport detail, read our Paris airports guide or the CDG to Paris guide.