How much is a taxi from airport to Paris city center?

A taxi from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris is charged by a flat rate and will cost you between €55 and €62, depending on whether you're travelling to the Left or Right banks. An alternative, cheaper transfer option is taking the regional RER train.



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The cost of the taxi trip between CDG and Paris is between 50 Euros and 60 Euros, depending on the route taken and the destination in Paris. In the event of frequent traffic jams in Paris and its surroundings, this price may be doubled.

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Are Taxis Cheaper Than Uber in Paris? Short answer: no. Uber is definitely not cheaper than a taxi, but you're probably talking a euro or so for a 10-minute ride. It's up to you if that euro is worth it to go looking for a taxi.

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The least expensive and most flexible option is to take the train, called the RER B, which stops at major metro stations throughout Paris. The Paris City Pass discount card offers a free one-way shuttle bus from CDG to Paris. Read our guide to the Paris City Pass here to see if this is a good option for you.

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CDGVal is a free automatic shuttle between terminals of Paris-CDG airport. It links each terminals (Terminal 1, 3, 2A, 2C, 2D, 2E, 2F, 2G), railway station (Paris by train) and car parks.

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In Taxis. Rounding up the fare to the next euro usually suffices for a tip amount, but if that seems paltry, go ahead and leave 5–10% on top of the fare.

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With its many, many drivers and over ten years of experience, Uber is the best app overall. FreeNow is the cheapest, however.

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Taxis in Paris generally do not take credit cards, so be prepared to pay in cash. If you do want to try to pay with a credit card from the airport, always ask the cab driver if they accept cartes bancaires before you jump in. But, to avoid problems, try to make sure you bring about 100€ with you to Paris.

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Bus is the best way to travel to and from the airport. Tickets from CDG airport to downtown are 17€ for a one-way trip and 30€ round-trip. The bus makes three stops at Porte Maillot, Etoile Champs-Elysées and Trocadero.

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Taxis in Paris generally do not take credit cards, so be prepared to pay in cash. If you do want to try to pay with a credit card from the airport, always ask the cab driver if they accept cartes bancaires before you jump in.

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Finding an Available Paris Taxi The chances of finding a cab at an official taxi stand vary. Some of the stands always have taxis waiting — near the big hotels, by popular attractions, around the busiest squares. At other stands cab availability is spotty; you may find yourself waiting a while.

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The RoissyBus shuttle provides a direct link between Paris (Paris-Opéra in 60 minutes) and Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport. Journey time: approx. 60 minutes. RoissyBus stops at Paris-CDG airport: Terminal 1 - Terminal 3 - Terminal 2AC - Terminal 2D - Terminal 2EF.

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How much is taxi from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Eiffel Tower? Estimated at €60 - €80, depending on traffic conditions, a single taxi journey from Charles de Gaulle Airport to the iconic Eiffel Tower offers convenient transportation options for travelers.

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In Paris there are three ways to find a cab :
  1. Find one in the street. Go to main streets, ideally crossings to improve your chances.
  2. Go to Taxi Stations. Some taxi might be waiting here.
  3. Call a cab. Here are the two main operators in Paris : Taxi G7 and Alpha Taxis. Additionnal costs may apply.


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You may also be asked to prove your identity with your identification documents. In small towns or away from tourist areas, it is always useful to have some cash with you. Good to know: Taxis in France should accept card payments.

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Uber is legal in France, and it is very active in Paris.

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Uber is available at Charles de Gaulle Airport, so you can enjoy a comfortable and convenient trip to wherever you need to go.

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Tickets for public transportation in Paris The metro, buses, RER trains and trams all use the same ticketing system. A basic ticket costs around €2 (a little over $2), making it a very economical way of getting around Paris.

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Tipping is not required in France (although there are a few exceptions). You don't need to tip French waitstaff because they get a living wage and benefits. It is NOT considered rude to tip in France. There is no standard percentage for tips in France.

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Yes, tap water in Paris is perfectly safe to drink and is readily available wherever you go, even at public water fountains. As long as taps aren't labeled eau non potable—meaning “not for drinking” in French—everything else is potable. In fact, drinking water from the fountains of Paris has been encouraged.

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