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Louvre Museum
The world’s largest art museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and vast collections spanning antiquity to the 19th century. A defining Paris visit and often best booked ahead.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $6.
Distance: 14 miles (24 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris costing on average $20 (€16).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 25m.
Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $6 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.10 (€-7.47). The journey takes 2h 25m versus 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris run on average 51 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 51 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 11:50. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (24 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 14 miles (24 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 51 |
Direct trains 51 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 11:50 AM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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