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How to Get from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Eiffel Tower

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is 30.2 km north-east of the Eiffel Tower. Door-to-door journeys take 45–60 minutes by car, while the cheapest public transport route takes about 100 minutes.

✓ Verified Oct 28, 2026 • 30.2 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer

Door-to-Door
45 mins •On Request
€65 - €85 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Suitcases + Hand Luggage
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Meet your driver in the arrivals hall after baggage claim; they will wait with a name sign.
  2. The driver loads your luggage and takes the toll motorway into Paris, usually 45–60 minutes to the Eiffel Tower.
  3. Request drop-off at the Eiffel Tower side entrance on Avenue Gustave Eiffel or at your hotel in the 7th arrondissement.
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Official Paris Taxi

Fixed €65
45 mins •24/7 at Official Ranks
€65 Fixed (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Suitcases + Hand Luggage
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow "Taxis" signs to the official rank outside Arrivals (Terminal 1 door 24, Terminal 2E door 10, Terminal 2F door 11).
  2. Ignore drivers approaching inside the terminal; only use the lit TAXI PARISIEN rank.
  3. Tell the driver you are going to the Eiffel Tower, 7th arrondissement. The fixed Left Bank fare is €65.
  4. Pay by card or cash at the end of the 45–60 minute ride.

RER B + RER C (Public Train)

Main Public Option
75 mins •Every 6–15 Mins (RER B)
€14 / Person
Luggage: No Luggage Racks
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Take the free CDGVAL shuttle from your terminal to the RER station Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV (or Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 1 for T1/T3).
  2. Buy the digital Paris Région <> Aéroports ticket (€14) at the station on a Navigo Easy card or phone before boarding.
  3. Board RER B towards Paris and alight at Saint-Michel–Notre-Dame.
  4. Transfer to RER C and board a train calling at Champ de Mars–Tour Eiffel.
  5. Exit at Champ de Mars–Tour Eiffel and walk about 5 minutes to the Eiffel Tower.

Bus 351 + Metro Line 6 (Budget)

Cheapest
100 mins •Every 15–30 Mins (Bus 351)
€4.60 / Person
Luggage: No Dedicated Luggage Space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Go to Roissypôle bus station next to Terminal 3 (take the free CDGVAL from other terminals).
  2. Buy a Bus-Tram ticket (€2.05) before boarding from a vending machine or the Île-de-France Mobilités app.
  3. Board Bus 351 towards Paris Nation and ride to Nation, about 70–90 minutes.
  4. At Nation, buy a Metro-Train-RER ticket (€2.55) and take Metro Line 6 towards Charles de Gaulle–Étoile.
  5. Alight at Bir-Hakeim and walk 8–10 minutes to the Eiffel Tower.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Only take taxis from the official rank outside Arrivals; drivers inside the terminal who approach you are often unlicensed and may overcharge.
  • Paris airport taxi fares to the Eiffel Tower are fixed at €65 (Left Bank). If a driver insists on the meter or asks extra for luggage, refuse and use another rank taxi.
  • RER ticket machines may have helpers offering to 'assist' with buying tickets; buy your €14 Paris Région <> Aéroports ticket yourself and keep your Navigo Easy card away from strangers.
  • Do not accept rides from unofficial touts offering a 'cheaper' private transfer; many use unmarked cars and inflated prices.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way to get from CDG to the Eiffel Tower?

Bus 351 to Nation and then Metro Line 6 to Bir-Hakeim costs €4.60 per person (€2.05 bus + €2.55 metro). It takes about 100 minutes depending on traffic.

How long is the taxi from CDG to the Eiffel Tower?

Official Paris taxis take about 45–60 minutes depending on traffic. The fare is a fixed €65 because the Eiffel Tower is on the Left Bank.

Is there a direct train or bus from CDG to the Eiffel Tower?

No direct public transport service stops at the Eiffel Tower. The main train route is RER B to Saint-Michel–Notre-Dame, then RER C to Champ de Mars–Tour Eiffel (€14, about 75 minutes total).

Can I pay by card for the taxi and RER tickets?

Official taxis accept card and cash. RER ticket machines take cards, but the €14 airport ticket is digital and must be loaded on a Navigo Easy card or phone app before boarding.

What is the best option for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer is usually best for door-to-door convenience, luggage space and a fixed price. Taxis are also fixed at €65 and can fit two suitcases plus hand luggage.

How do I get from CDG to the Eiffel Tower at night?

After the last RER B (around 23:50), night buses N140 and N143 run to Gare de l'Est/Gare du Nord, but then you would need a night bus or taxi to the Eiffel Tower. Official taxis operate 24/7 with the €65 flat fare.

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