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Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport offers a range of train travel options for passengers. The RER B train connects the airport to the city centre in approximately 30 to 40 minutes, with trains running every 10 to 15 minutes. Passengers arriving at Terminal 1 can take the CDGVAL shuttle to Terminal 3/Roissypole and then catch the RER B train to Paris. Those arriving at Terminal 3 can walk to Terminal 1 or take the free shuttle train. Terminal 2 houses the RER B train station, with the TGV station located at the end of the line. Additionally, travellers can take direct trains to other French cities like Marseille, Lille, Strasbourg, and Lyon, as well as international destinations like Brussels, Amsterdam, and London via the Eurostar.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Airport | Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) |
| Train Line | RER B |
| Train Stations | Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3, Roissypole |
| Shuttle Train | CDGVAL |
| Ticket Price | €11.45 one-way as of December 2023 |
| Travel Time | Approximately 30 minutes |
| Frequency | Every 10 minutes |
| Last Train | 11:50 p.m. from CDG to Paris |
| First Train | Not mentioned |
| Passes | Paris public transport passes for zones 1-5 are valid |
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What You'll Learn
RER B train from Terminal 2 or Roissypole
Yes, you can take the train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to the city centre. The RER B train is a city-run airport train that runs between the airport and downtown Paris. The RER B train from Terminal 2 or Roissypole is an efficient and economical way to travel to and from the airport.
If you are arriving at Terminal 2, the train station is named "Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 – TGV". It is located between terminals 2C/2D and 2E/2F. For those arriving at Terminals 2A and 2B, it is a long walk to the train station, so it is recommended to take the free shuttle bus N1 to the station entrance. A shuttle bus is essential for reaching Terminal 2G.
If you are arriving at Terminal 1, you will need to take the CDGVAL shuttle train to Terminal 3/Roissypole to catch the RER B train to Paris. The CDGVAL shuttle train can be accessed within Terminal 1 by following the signs for the Paris RER B train. Terminal 3/Roissypole is located between Terminals 1 and 2. The RER B train station serving Terminal 1 and 3 passengers is called "Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 1" and can be found inside the Roissypole building.
The RER B train is a convenient and affordable way to travel between the airport and downtown Paris. The train runs frequently, with a train departing every 10 to 20 minutes, and stops at several major stations, including Saint-Michel-Notre-Dame, Châtelet-Les Halles, and Gare du Nord. The journey between Paris and Roissy takes approximately 30 minutes. Tickets for the RER B train can be purchased at ticket booths or vending machines at the train stations, or through mobile phone apps.
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CDGVAL shuttle from Terminal 1 to Roissypole
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) offers a free shuttle train called CDGVAL, which connects Terminals 1, 2, and 3, the train stations, and the hotels in the Roissypole district. If you land at CDG Terminal 1, follow the signs for the Paris RER B train/CDGVAL within Terminal 1 and transfer to Terminal 3/Roissypole to catch the RER B train to Paris. The RER B train from Charles de Gaulle to Paris runs north-south through the centre of Paris. Most passengers use this train to get to Gare du Nord, the London to Paris Eurostar station, or Châtelet Les Halles, a large, well-connected station with four Metro lines and three RER lines for transfers.
The CDGVAL shuttle also stops at parking stations between Terminals 1 and 3 (parking lot Parc P-r) and between Terminals 3 and 2 (parking lot Park P-x). Be careful not to get off too early at these parking lots. Voice announcements on board the CDGVAL are made in French, English, German, and Spanish to help guide you. The CDGVAL runs daily from 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM, with departures every 4 minutes on average and a total journey time of 8 minutes.
If you arrive at Terminal 3, you can either take a free shuttle train to Terminal 1, or you can walk via a covered walkway to Terminal 1. From there, you can take the CDGVAL shuttle to Terminal 3/Roissypole to catch the RER B train to Paris. The walk between Terminal 3 and the RER train station is about 5-7 minutes. The Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 1 train station can be found inside the Roissypole building.
The RER B trains from CDG to Paris run at least every 15 minutes, alternating between fast and slow trains. These trains are the fastest and most reliable transfer option by public transport into the heart of Paris. They are also cheaper than airport buses. The last train from the airport to Paris departs at 11:50 PM and arrives at Paris Gare du Nord at 12:26 AM. This schedule is the same every day of the week, including holidays.
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RER train tickets
RER trains offer the fastest and most reliable transfer option by public transport from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris. The RER B trains to Paris have two separate stations. Terminal 2 station is where the TGV station is located. If you arrive at Terminal 3, you can either walk to Terminal 1 via a covered walkway or take a free shuttle train. RER trains run at least every 15 minutes, alternating between fast and slow trains. The last train leaving CDG for Paris departs at 11:50 p.m. and arrives at Paris Gare du Nord at 12:26 a.m.
There are three types of RER train tickets:
- Ticket Metro-Train-RER: This ticket costs €2.50 for adults and €1.25 for children aged 4-9. It must be loaded onto a Navigo Easy card, smartphone app, or Apple Wallet. This ticket covers the entire RER and Paris Metro systems within Paris' five fare zones, excluding CDG and Orly airports, which require special fares or a Navigo Week Pass. It allows uninterrupted transfers for two hours between RER, Metro, and Transilien train lines.
- RER Ticket (Billet Origine-Destination): This ticket specifies the start and end stations. It is an older ticket type that is being phased out.
- Ticket t+: This is an older, single-use, paper-based ticket that is also valid on buses and trams. For travel within Paris Fare Zone 1 on the RER system, you can use a single Ticket t+.
You can purchase RER tickets at Paris RER or Metro station ticket windows and some ticket vending machines. Ticket machines have a choice of languages, including English. You can also buy tickets via the Île-de-France Mobilités app and validate your journeys using your smartphone.
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Paris public transport passes
Yes, you can take a train directly from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris. The RER B trains are the fastest and most reliable transfer option by public transport into the heart of Paris. They run at least every 15 minutes, alternating between fast and slow trains. The last train leaving CDG for Paris departs at 11:50 p.m. and arrives at Paris Gare du Nord at 12:26 a.m. This schedule is the same every day of the week, including holidays.
If you are travelling from CDG Terminal 1, you will first need to take a shuttle train called CDGVAL to Terminal 3/Roissypole to catch the RER B train to Paris. The RER B train station at Terminal 3 is called "Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 1". The walk between CDG Terminal 3 and the RER train station takes about 5-7 minutes.
If you are travelling from CDG Terminal 3, you will need to walk by a covered walkway to Terminal 1 or take a free shuttle train from Terminal 3 to Terminal 1. Once you exit Terminal 3, follow the signs for "Ground Transports/Terminal 1, 2" and you will see more detailed signs directing you towards the RER B train.
Paris has a highly integrated public transport system, which includes the ticketing system. The city uses a zonal system with six circular zones radiating out from the centre. Most visitors will not want to go outside the central zone or Zone 1, where nearly all hotels and city centre sights are located.
- Paris Visite travel pass: Provides access to various public transport networks, including metros, trams, buses, RER and SNCF Transilien train lines. It is valid for 1, 2, 3 or 5 consecutive days and allows unlimited travel in Paris and the Île-de-France region, including access to Paris airports, Orlyval, Disneyland Paris and the Palace of Versailles. The pass can be loaded on a Navigo Easy pass, your smartphone or smartwatch.
- Navigo card: Allows you to travel in all zones for €22.80, plus the cost of the card itself (€5). It is good value for money if you are spending at least a full week in Paris.
- Navigo Easy Pass: Available for €2, it can be topped up at ticket machines, retailers or with your smartphone.
- Contactless t+ ticket packs: These are €2 cheaper than the cardboard version and come in packs of 10.
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Travel from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Disneyland Paris
When travelling from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Disneyland Paris, you have five main transfer options: taxi, CDG airport transfer, shuttle bus, or two types of train.
The fastest and most comfortable ways to get from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Disneyland Paris are via taxi or private transfer. The journey takes around 30 minutes and the service is door-to-door. However, taking a taxi is not recommended if you do not speak French. It is important to only take taxis from the designated airport ranks and to politely decline anyone who approaches you offering a ride.
The Magical Shuttle bus is another option for travelling between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Disneyland Paris. Tickets for the shuttle bus cost €24 for adults and €11 for children. The journey takes around 60 minutes.
If you would prefer to travel by train, you can take the RER B train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to central Paris and then transfer to another RER train to get to Disneyland Paris. This journey will take over an hour and is not recommended if you are in a hurry.
The final option is to take the high-speed TGV train directly from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Marne-la-Vallée—Chessy, the station for Disneyland Paris. This is the cheapest and most popular option for travelling between the airport and Disneyland Paris. Tickets for the TGV train start at €22 for adults and children under 3 travel for free. The journey takes approximately 10 minutes, with an average wait time of 30 minutes. However, it is important to note that the TGV trains do not run 24/7 and you may have to wait up to 90 minutes during the regular season and even longer during high season due to crowds.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can take the RER B train from CDG to the city centre. The train runs every 10-15 minutes and the journey takes approximately 30 minutes.
A one-way adult ticket costs €11.45 (around $12.34) as of December 2023.
You can buy tickets at the train station or on your mobile phone. Tickets are also available at manned ticket offices and automatic ticket machines in Paris.
If you are at Terminal 1, take the CDGVAL shuttle to Terminal 3/Roissypole and then walk to the RER B train station. If you are at Terminal 3, follow the signs for "Ground Transports/Terminal 1, 2" and then follow the signs for "RER Paris by train". The walk to the train station from Terminal 3 is about 5-7 minutes.
