France 🇫🇷 · 30km to Central Paris
Charles de Gaulle (CDG) — Taxi vs Uber vs Public Transit
The Paris taxi flat rate is one of the fairest airport-to-city arrangements in Europe: €56 to any Right Bank address, €65 to any Left Bank address, capped by law. No surge, no meter tricks. Uber undercuts by €10-15 off-peak but not in the morning-rush window (07:00-09:30 or Friday afternoon).
Prices verified 2026-08-27 — check operator sites before travel.
All options — sorted cheapest first
| Service | Price (USD) | Local price | Time | How to book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RER B Train Direct to central Paris — Châtelet, St-Michel, Denfert-Rochereau | $13.50 | €11.80 | 35 min to Gare du Nord / Châtelet | RER station in T2 or T3 (walkway from T1) |
| Le Bus Direct Direct to Étoile / Trocadéro / Gare de Lyon | $19 | €17 | 60-75 min | Bus stop outside T1/T2 |
| Bolt | $45-80 | €38-65 | 35-75 min | App only |
| Uber Cheaper than taxi off-peak, similar in rush | $50-85 | €40-70 | 35-75 min | App only — pickup at terminal |
| Taxi (flat rate) FLAT rate mandated by Paris regulator — never higher | $70 to Right Bank / $75 to Left Bank | €56 Right Bank / €65 Left Bank | 35-75 min | Taxi rank outside T1/T2 arrivals |
Which one to pick — the real answer
The Paris taxi flat rate is one of the fairest airport-to-city arrangements in Europe: €56 to any Right Bank address, €65 to any Left Bank address, capped by law. No surge, no meter tricks. Uber undercuts by €10-15 off-peak but not in the morning-rush window (07:00-09:30 or Friday afternoon).
The RER B train (€11.80) is the value option — 35 min to Gare du Nord — but the train has a Reddit-tier reputation for pickpockets + occasional strike disruption. Suitable if you travel light and confidently.
Bottom line: solo with a rolly bag = RER B if not first Paris trip, else taxi flat rate. Two+ passengers with luggage = taxi flat rate. Uber is a small saving.
⚠ Scam warning
There ARE non-flat-rate taxis at CDG — they're illegal but they exist. Confirm 'forfait' (flat rate) €56 or €65 with the driver BEFORE luggage in trunk. If the driver refuses, take the next cab in line.
Insider tip
RER B ticket includes onward Metro transfer within Paris zone 1 — no extra ticket needed for the tube leg to your hotel. Uber does NOT include this — a €2 saving that adds up if you're staying near a non-RER station.
Prefer a pre-booked private transfer instead?
Skip the taxi rank, no surge pricing, driver waits at arrivals with your name.
Getting out of Charles de Gaulle
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
Check transfer pricesRenting a car instead? Compare rentals with free cancellation.Charles de Gaulle taxi vs Uber — FAQ
How much is a taxi from Charles de Gaulle to Central Paris?
Taxi (flat rate) costs $70 to Right Bank / $75 to Left Bank (€56 Right Bank / €65 Left Bank) — journey time 35-75 min. FLAT rate mandated by Paris regulator — never higher
Is Uber cheaper than taxi at Charles de Gaulle?
Taxi $70 to Right Bank / $75 to Left Bank, Uber $50-85. The Paris taxi flat rate is one of the fairest airport-to-city arrangements in Europe: €56 to any Right Bank address, €65 to any Left Bank address, capped by law.
What is the cheapest way from Charles de Gaulle to Paris?
RER B Train at $13.50. Direct to central Paris — Châtelet, St-Michel, Denfert-Rochereau
Are there taxi scams at Charles de Gaulle?
There ARE non-flat-rate taxis at CDG — they're illegal but they exist. Confirm 'forfait' (flat rate) €56 or €65 with the driver BEFORE luggage in trunk. If the driver refuses, take the next cab in line.
How long does it take to get from Charles de Gaulle to Central Paris?
30km. Journey times: Taxi (flat rate) 35-75 min, Uber 35-75 min, Bolt 35-75 min.