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How to Get from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to La Défense

La Défense lies about 35.6 km west of Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, outside the Paris city limits. Depending on whether you take the RER train or a pre-booked car, the trip typically takes between 35 and 65 minutes door to door.

✓ Verified Oct 29, 2026 • 35.6 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer to La Défense

Most Comfortable
35 mins •Pre-Booked, 24/7
€90 - €120 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free (Per Passenger)
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Collect your baggage and follow signs to the arrivals hall meeting point.
  2. Meet your driver holding a name board (driver contact is sent after booking).
  3. Load luggage and confirm the fixed price before leaving.
  4. Ride directly to your La Défense hotel or office address.
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Official Taxi (Metered)

No Fixed Fare
40 mins •24/7 at Official Ranks
Metered (Ask for Estimate)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free (Limited Space)
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow 'Taxis' signs to the official taxi rank outside arrivals (T1 door 24, T2E door 10, T2F door 11).
  2. Queue only at the official rank and ignore drivers inside the terminal.
  3. Ask the driver for an estimate and confirm the meter is on before departure.
  4. Pay by card or cash at the end; La Défense is outside Paris, so the €56/€65 flat fare does not apply.
  5. Get dropped at your precise address in La Défense.

RER B + RER A via Châtelet

Cheapest
60 mins •RER B Every 6–15 Mins; RER A See Timetable
€14 / Person
Luggage: Limited, No Luggage Racks
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Terminal 1: take the free CDGVAL to Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 1; from Terminal 2: walk to Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV station.
  2. Buy a €14 Paris Région <> Aéroports ticket from the RER ticket machines or desks (load it on a Navigo Easy card or your phone).
  3. Take RER B towards Paris and get off at Châtelet-Les Halles.
  4. Change to RER A westbound and get off at La Défense.
  5. Exit following signs for Grande Arche, CNIT or your hotel or office.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Ignore drivers who approach you inside the terminal or near baggage claim; only use the official taxi rank outside arrivals.
  • Taxis to La Défense do not use the fixed Paris airport fare (€56/€65) because La Défense is outside Paris city limits; make sure the meter is on.
  • Buy RER tickets only at official SNCF/RATP machines or ticket desks; do not accept tickets or 'help' from people loitering around the machines.
  • For taxi payment, ask for the meter or agreed price before leaving, and use a card if possible to avoid cash change scams.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way to get from CDG to La Défense?

The cheapest way is the RER B train from CDG to Châtelet-Les Halles, then the RER A to La Défense, using one €14 Paris Région <> Aéroports ticket for the whole journey.

How long does it take to get from Charles de Gaulle Airport to La Défense?

By RER B + RER A the journey typically takes about 60 minutes including one change at Châtelet. By car, taxi or private transfer it can take 35 to 60 minutes depending on traffic.

Is there a direct bus or train from CDG to La Défense?

No direct service runs between CDG and La Défense. The easiest public transport option is the RER B to Châtelet, then the RER A westbound to La Défense.

How much is a taxi from Charles de Gaulle Airport to La Défense?

There is no fixed airport fare to La Défense because it is outside the Paris city limits; the trip runs on the meter. Ask the driver for an estimate at the official taxi rank before you depart.

Can I use the €14 airport ticket all the way to La Défense?

Yes. The Paris Région <> Aéroports ticket covers RER B, RER A and metro/RER transfers in a single journey between CDG and any RER/metro station including La Défense.

Are taxis available at night from CDG?

Yes, official taxi ranks at all terminals operate 24/7. You can also pre-book a private transfer for night arrivals.

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