How to Get from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Champs-Élysées
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is 28.5 km northeast of the Champs-Élysées. Depending on traffic and mode, the journey takes between 32 minutes by private car and about 80 minutes on the cheapest public bus.
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- Only take taxis from the official rank outside Arrivals; drivers approaching you inside the terminal are often unlicensed touts who may overcharge.
- Do not accept a taxi ride from anyone offering a 'special price' or claiming the flat fare does not apply; official CDG-Paris taxis have a fixed fare of €56 for Right Bank including Champs-Élysées.
- Beware of unofficial 'taxi' drivers at the train stations; use only marked taxi queues or pre-booked VTCs.
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest way is Bus 9517 to Saint-Denis–Pleyel, then Métro 14 and RER A/Métro 1 to the Champs-Élysées, costing about €4.60 per person. It takes around 60 minutes and requires separate bus and metro tickets.
Official Paris taxis have a flat fare of €56 from CDG to any Right Bank address, including the Champs-Élysées. The price is fixed day and night, with no luggage supplement, and the journey takes 45-60 minutes.
No direct train; take RER B from the airport to Châtelet–Les Halles, then transfer to RER A or Métro 1 towards Charles de Gaulle–Étoile. The combined journey takes about 55 minutes and costs €14.
After the last RER B (around 23:50), you can take Noctilien night buses N140 or N143 to Gare de l'Est/Gare du Nord, then use night buses or taxis to the Champs-Élysées. Pre-booked private transfers and official taxis also operate 24/7.
The RER B can be crowded and has no dedicated luggage racks, but it is generally safe if you keep bags close. For comfort and door-to-door service, consider a private transfer or taxi.
A private transfer is usually best for families as it offers door-to-door service, space for luggage, and fixed pricing. Taxis are also convenient with the €56 flat fare for up to 4 passengers.
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