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CDG to Paris: how to arrive in comfort

What to expect when you land at Charles de Gaulle, how long the drive into the city takes, and how to make your first hour in Paris effortless. From a Paris chauffeur company that makes this drive every day.

Mercedes V-Class waiting for passengers at a Paris airport
At a glance
  • Drive time: 30–45 minutes to central Paris, up to 90 minutes at rush hour.
  • With a private driver: your chauffeur waits in the arrivals hall with your name, your flight is tracked and one hour of waiting is included. From €170 per car, fixed in advance.
  • Other options: the official taxi rank, ride-hailing apps and the RER B train. The essentials are below.

What your arrival looks like with a private driver

After a long flight, the hardest part of arriving in Paris is often the first hour: the passport line, the bags, the search for a ride. With a private driver, that part is already taken care of.

  • Before you fly. Send us your flight number. We track it, so your driver adjusts to your actual landing time, early or late.
  • In the arrivals hall. Your driver meets you after baggage claim with a sign showing your name and takes care of your bags.
  • No rush at passport control. One hour of waiting after landing is included, so a long line is not a problem.
  • In the car. A Mercedes with an English-speaking chauffeur, water on board and child seats free on request. Traveling with children? See our guide to Paris with kids.
  • At your door. Straight to your hotel or apartment, with no queues, no apps and no stops.

Prices from CDG to central Paris

CarIdeal forPrice per car
Mercedes E-ClassUp to 3 passengers€170
Mercedes V-ClassFamilies and groups, up to 7€190
Mercedes S-ClassFirst-class comfort€270

Fixed prices, paid in advance. Flight tracking, meet and greet and one hour of waiting are included. Free cancellation up to 48 hours before.

The price is per car, not per person. For a family of five in a V-Class, that comes to about €38 each, with room for everyone’s luggage in one car.

When a private driver makes the most sense

Traveling with childrenCar seats installed before you arrive and one car for the whole family. A V-Class takes up to seven people with luggage.
After a long-haul flightNo lines and no navigating. You walk out of baggage claim and someone is waiting for you.
Late-night arrivalsYour driver is there whatever time you land, and your flight is tracked if it runs late.
Your first visit to ParisAn English-speaking chauffeur, door to door, and a few tips on the way in.
Business travelA fixed price on the invoice, a quiet car to take a call and a driver who knows the city.
Friends traveling togetherUp to seven people and their luggage in one V-Class, at one fixed price.

Other ways into Paris

If you prefer to make your own way, these are the main alternatives.

  • Official taxis charge a flat fare of €56 to the Right Bank and €65 to the Left Bank. The ranks are signposted outside arrivals; lines can be long when several long-haul flights land together. Only use the official rank: drivers who approach you inside the terminal are not licensed taxis.
  • Ride-hailing apps such as Uber cost roughly €45–150, depending on demand and car type. Pickups are in dedicated zones outside the terminals, so expect a walk with your bags.
  • The RER B train costs €14 and takes about 35 minutes to Gare du Nord. There is no luggage space, trains are crowded at peak times and some central stations have long corridors and stairs.
  • Buses: the RoissyBus to Opéra stopped running on March 1, 2026. The remaining bus routes involve a change and take an hour or more.

Coming in 2027: the CDG Express train to Gare de l’Est is scheduled to open on March 28, 2027.

Tips from our drivers

  • Rush hour is real. On weekdays, 7–9 am and 4–8 pm can double the drive. Plan dinner reservations accordingly.
  • Terminal 2 is huge. Its halls are spread out, so allow a few extra minutes to reach the exit.
  • Keep WhatsApp on. It works over the airport Wi-Fi and is the easiest way for your driver to reach you.
  • Have your hotel address handy, including the arrondissement.
  • Going back to CDG? Check your airline’s advice on arrival time (usually two to three hours before an international flight) and leave extra margin in the evening rush.
  • Going straight to Disneyland? It is about 45 minutes from CDG by car. See our Disneyland Paris guide.

FAQ

How much is a private driver from CDG to Paris?

At ALEGA, €170 per car in a Mercedes E-Class for up to 3 people, €190 in a V-Class for up to 7 and €270 in an S-Class. The price is fixed and includes flight tracking, meet and greet and one hour of waiting.

Where will my driver meet me at CDG?

In the arrivals hall, after baggage claim, with a sign showing your name. Your driver helps with your bags and walks you to the car.

What happens if my flight is delayed?

Nothing changes for you. We track your flight, so your driver arrives for the actual landing time, and one hour of waiting after landing is included.

How long does it take to get from CDG to central Paris?

By car, 30–45 minutes in light traffic and up to 90 minutes at rush hour.

How much is a taxi from CDG to Paris?

Official taxis charge a flat fare of €56 to the Right Bank and €65 to the Left Bank.

Can I cancel my booking?

Yes. Cancellation is free up to 48 hours before pickup. See our cancellation policy.

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Andrei Lega
Founder of ALEGA

Andrei founded ALEGA in 2014 on the Champs-Élysées. His drivers meet travelers at CDG, Orly and Le Bourget every day.

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