If you are trying to figure out the best way to get between central Paris and Roissy-Charles de Gaulle airport, taking a dedicated bus line called Roissybus may be a good option. Relatively affordable, reliable, and efficient, this city-run airport shuttle service offers continuous, frequent service from early morning to late night, seven days a week. Particularly when your hotel or other accommodations are located near the city center, the service can be more convenient and less stressful than other ground transportation options (you can see more about them by scrolling below).
While it doesn’t offer the luxuries of some transportation services, it’s a decent option for travelers on a modest budget who prefer to avoid taking the train.
Pick up and drop off locations
From central Paris, the bus departs daily from the nearby Palais Opera Garnier. The stop is just outside the American Express office at 11, Rue Scribe (on the corner of Rue Auber). The metro stop is Opera or Havre-Caumartin. Look for the clearly marked ‘Roissybus’ sign.
From Charles de Gaulle, follow the signs for ‘great transport’ and ‘Roissybus’ in the arrivals area at terminals 1, 2 and 3.
Departure times from Paris to CDG:
The bus departs from the Rue Scribe / Opera Garnier stop starting at 5:15 am, with buses every 15 minutes until 8:00 pm Between 8:00 pm and 10:00 pm, departures are every 20 minutes ; from 10:00 pm to 12:30 am, the service is reduced at 30 minute intervals. The trip takes between 60 and 75 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
Departure times from CDG to Paris:
From CDG, the Roissybus departs daily from 6:00 am to 8:45 am, departing at 15 minute intervals, and between 8:45 pm to 12:30 am, every 20 minutes.
Ticket purchase and current rates
There are several ways to buy tickets (one-way or round-trip fares). You can buy them directly on the bus, but keep in mind that you will have to pay in cash; Debit and credit cards are not accepted on board. Tickets are also available for sale at any Paris Metro (RATP) station in the city, and at the RATP counters at CDG airport (terminals 1, 2B and 2D). The airport ticket offices are open from 7:30 a.m. M. At 6:30 p. M.
If you already have a “Paris Visite” metro ticket covering zones 1-5, the ticket can be used for a Roissybus trip.
Navigo transit passes can also be used.
Are reservations a good idea?
Reservations are not required, but it may be a good idea to purchase your ticket in advance during periods of heavy traffic and peak tourist season (April to early October), as well as during the Christmas and New Years period – a tremendously long time. popular for visiting the French capital. You can buy tickets online here; You will need to print your ticket with your confirmation number at the airport or at any Paris metro station. When in doubt, visit the information booth for assistance.
Bus amenities and services
Onboard services and amenities include air conditioning (extremely welcome during the hot and muggy summer months) and luggage racks. All buses are fully equipped with ramps for visitors with limited mobility. In the past, the bus has provided a free Wi-Fi connection, but it appears that it is not in service at the moment. Unfortunately, the buses are not equipped with power outlets, so you may want to fully charge your phone before boarding.
How to contact customer service
Roissybus customer service agents can be reached by phone at: +33 (0) 1 49 25 61 87 Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 5.30 pm (except holidays).
What are alternative ways to get to and from CDG airport?
Although the Roissybus service is very popular, it is far from your only option – there are several ground transportation options at Paris airport, some considerably less expensive.
Many travelers choose to take the RER B line train from Charles de Gaulle to central Paris. Leaving several times an hour, the train serves several important stops in the city: Gare du Nord, Chatelet-les-Halles, Luxembourg, Port Royal and Denfert-Rochereau. Tickets can be purchased at the RER station at CDG; Follow the signs from the arrivals terminal. You can also take the same line from the city center to the airport, and you can purchase tickets from any metro / RER station.
The advantage of taking the RER? It’s a couple of euros cheaper than the Roissybus, and it takes much less time: 25-30 minutes versus 60-75 minutes for the bus. Downward? Depending on the time of day, the RER can be crowded and unpleasant, and it is not always suitable for visitors with limited mobility. There’s also the problem of lugging suitcases and bags down the subway and the stairs of the RER tunnel, an athletic feat that not everyone will appreciate.
For travelers on a very tight budget, there are two additional city bus lines that serve CDG airport and offer much less expensive fares. Bus # 350 leaves Gare de L’est train station every 15-30 minutes and lasts between 70 and 90 minutes. Bus # 351 departs from Place de la Nation in southern Paris (Metro: Nation) every 15-30 minutes and takes roughly the same amount of time. Both currently cost 6 euros for a one-way ticket, about half the Roissybus fare.
Another bus option that is more luxurious than the Roissybus is Le Bus Direct (formerly Cars Air France), a shuttle service with several different routes between CDG and the city center, as well as direct connections between CDG and Orly Airport. . At 17 euros for a one-way ticket, this is a more expensive option, but you get more for your money: reliable free wi-fi, plugs to plug in your phone or other devices, and assistance with your luggage. Convenience and service are on par with a taxi, but this option will likely remain less expensive.
Total trip time is about an hour, and tickets can be purchased online in advance. If you are leaving Paris, you can take the bus at 1 Avenue Carnot, near Place de l’Etoile and the Champs-Elysées (Metro: Charles de Gaulle-Etoile).
Traditional taxis are a last option, but they can be expensive and take a significant amount of time depending on traffic conditions. However, this is a good option if you have large amounts of luggage or if there are passengers with significant mobility limitations. See more in our guide to taking taxis to and from the airport.
Please note that the ticket prices quoted in this article were correct at time of publication, but may change at any time.
