How to get from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Central Paris
Official Paris taxi at the published flat fare — €56 to Right Bank, €65 to Left Bank — or RER B for €11.80.
Best options
Compare your options — CDG → Central Paris
Distance ~30 km, typical journey 30–60 min.
| Option | Typical fare | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Public transport | RER B to Gare du Nord/Châtelet; Roissybus to Opéra. | Cheapest safe option |
| Official taxi | €56 flat to Right Bank, €65 flat to Left Bank in licensed Paris taxis (tariff published at the rank). Fares vary outside that zone. | Late arrivals, heavy luggage |
| Ride-hailing | Uber, Bolt and FreeNow work — pickup zones outside each terminal. | available |
After landing — step by step
- 1Follow 'Taxis Parisiens' signs to the official rank
- 2Confirm the flat fare with the dispatcher before getting in
- 3For RER: follow 'Trains' signs, buy ticket at the machine
Scam warnings
Avoid this
- • Anyone offering 'taxi' inside arrivals
- • Cars without the 'TAXI PARISIEN' roof sign
Frequently asked
Q.How much is a taxi from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Central Paris?
€56 flat to Right Bank, €65 flat to Left Bank in licensed Paris taxis (tariff published at the rank). Fares vary outside that zone.. Always confirm the fare or that the meter is on before pulling away. Watch for: Unlicensed 'taxi' touts at every exit.
Q.What is the cheapest safe way from CDG to Central Paris?
RER B train to Gare du Nord — €11.80.
Q.Does Uber or ride-hailing work at Charles de Gaulle Airport?
Uber, Bolt and FreeNow work — pickup zones outside each terminal.
Q.What's the best way from CDG to Central Paris at night?
Taxi at the flat fare; RER B reduces frequency overnight.
Q.What scams should I watch for going from CDG to Central Paris?
Top reported: Unlicensed 'taxi' touts at every exit; RER B pickpockets / fake ticket inspectors; 'Found' gold ring distraction near taxi rank. Use the official taxi rank, never accept a fare from someone approaching you in arrivals.