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How to Get from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Gare de l'Est

Gare de l'Est is in Paris's 10th arrondissement, about 21.5 km south-west of Charles de Gaulle Airport. Depending on traffic and time of day, the journey takes roughly 35–85 minutes by public transport or road.

✓ Verified Oct 28, 2026 • 21.5 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer to Gare de l'Est

Door-to-Door
40 mins •Pre-Booked 24/7
€70 - €90 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After baggage claim, exit to the arrivals hall and look for your pre-booked driver at the agreed meeting point (often near the coffee shop or column indicated by your booking).
  2. Confirm the vehicle and destination Gare de l'Est; the driver will load your luggage.
  3. Take the A1/A3 motorway towards Paris; the drive is about 40–60 minutes depending on traffic.
  4. The driver will drop you at the station main entrance on Rue du 8 Mai 1945 / Place du 11 Novembre 1918.
  5. Enter the concourse for SNCF, RER, and Métro lines.
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Official Paris Taxi to Gare de l'Est

Official Taxi
45 mins •24/7 at Official Rank
€56 (Flat Fare, Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow 'Taxis' signs from your terminal's Arrivals level to the official taxi rank (T1 door 24, T2E door 10, T2F door 11, or T2 TGV level 5).
  2. Join the queue and take the next official Paris taxi; do not accept rides from drivers inside the terminal.
  3. Tell the driver 'Gare de l'Est, s'il vous plaît'; the fare is fixed at €56 for Right Bank Paris.
  4. Sit back for about 45–60 minutes; the route goes via motorway and Paris ring roads, with heavier traffic at rush hour.
  5. Pay by card or cash at the station drop-off point and collect your receipt.

RER B + Walk/Metro to Gare de l'Est

Fast Public Transport
50 mins •Every 6 - 15 Mins
€14.00 / Person
Luggage: No Luggage Racks, Limited Space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Terminals 1/3, take the free CDGVAL to 'Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 1'; from Terminal 2, go to 'Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV' station.
  2. At the RER station, buy or load a 'Paris Région <> Aéroports' ticket (€14) on Navigo Easy or your phone; a normal €2.55 metro ticket is not valid.
  3. Board RER B towards Paris / Gare du Nord and get off at Gare du Nord after about 35 minutes.
  4. From Gare du Nord, walk 8–10 minutes east to Gare de l'Est, or use the same ticket on Métro 4 or 5 for one stop.
  5. Exit at Rue de Dunkerque / Place du 11 Novembre 1918 for the station entrance.

Noctilien Night Bus N143 / N140 to Gare de l'Est

Night Only
50 mins •Roughly Every 30 Mins (N143), Hourly (N140)
€2.05 / Person
Luggage: No Dedicated Luggage Space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After the last RER B, go to a Noctilien stop: T1 Departures level door 8, T2 TGV station level 5, or Roissypôle bus station near T3.
  2. Board N143 (faster) or N140 towards Paris Gare de l'Est.
  3. Buy or use a Bus-Tram ticket for €2.05 (Navigo Easy/app, or pay by contactless/SMS onboard at a higher fare).
  4. Stay on the bus to Gare de l'Est; N143 takes about 45–55 minutes and N140 about 75–85 minutes.
  5. Get off at the stop next to Gare de l'Est; the station entrance is a short walk.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Ignore drivers approaching you inside the terminal; they are unlicensed touts and may overcharge. Use only the official taxi rank outside Arrivals.
  • Official Paris taxis from CDG to Gare de l'Est have a fixed €56 fare; never accept a meter price or extra 'luggage fee'. VTC rides like Uber or Bolt are not covered by the flat fare.
  • Buy the €14 airport RER ticket at the station machines; a normal €2.55 metro ticket is not valid to CDG and can lead to a fine.
  • At night, use the official Noctilien N140/N143 stops; don't accept rides from people offering a shared taxi.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way to get from CDG to Gare de l'Est?

The Noctilien night bus N143 (or slower N140) costs €2.05 with a Bus-Tram ticket, but only runs after the last RER B. During the day, the cheapest is the RER B at €14, which includes any metro transfer from Gare du Nord to Gare de l'Est.

How long does the taxi take from CDG to Gare de l'Est?

Official taxis take about 45–60 minutes in normal traffic, more at rush hour. The fare is fixed at €56 because Gare de l'Est is on the Right Bank.

Is there a direct bus from CDG to Gare de l'Est?

During the day there is no direct coach or city bus to Gare de l'Est. At night, the Noctilien N143 and N140 run directly to Gare de l'Est via Gare du Nord.

Can I pay by card in taxis and at ticket machines?

Most official taxis accept card, but it is safer to ask before getting in. Airport RER and bus ticket machines accept cards; onboard buses you can pay by contactless or SMS, but it costs slightly more than a pre-paid ticket.

Where do I catch the RER B at CDG?

Use the free CDGVAL shuttle to Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 1 for Terminals 1/3 or Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV for Terminal 2, then follow RER B signs to the platform.

What is the best option for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer is easiest because it meets you at the terminal and takes you door to door. A taxi is also good with the €56 flat fare, but for more than four passengers a supplement may apply.

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