Charles de Gaulle airport (CDG) is the main arrival point for visitors to Disneyland Paris, about 30 km away on the east side of the Paris region. There are four sensible ways to make the trip: a private transfer, the direct TGV, the RER B and A trains through Paris, and Disney’s own Magical Shuttle. This guide compares them honestly, with times and prices, so you can pick the one that suits your group, your luggage and your arrival time.
CDG to Disneyland Paris at a glance
| Option | Typical time | Cost | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private transfer (Piyo Cab) | About 30–40 minutes | €70 fixed for 1–3 passengers | Families, groups, late or early arrivals |
| TGV to Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy | About 10–12 minutes | Per-person ticket (check SNCF for the current fare) | Light luggage, trains that match your landing |
| RER B + RER A via Paris | 1 hour 10 or more | Paris Region airport ticket (check the current price) | Budget travellers with little luggage |
| Magical Shuttle | About 40–60 minutes | Per-person fare (check the shuttle site) | Solo travellers happy to share a bus |
Fares, timetables and ticket prices change. The figures below are what we found at the time of writing, so check the operator or our price calculator before you travel.
Private transfer: door to door
A pre-booked driver meets you at arrivals and takes you straight to your hotel or to the Disney area, with no train timetables, no changes and no carrying cases up station stairs. For most families this is the least stressful option, especially after a long flight with tired children.
| Passengers | Fixed fare for the whole vehicle | About per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1–3 | €70 | €23–70 |
| 4 | €80 | €20 |
| 5 | €85 | €17 |
| 6 | €90 | €15 |
| 7 | €95 | €13.60 |
| 8 | €100 | €12.50 |
The price covers the vehicle, not each seat, and it does not change with traffic. Groups of nine or more are priced on a larger vehicle, so use the fare calculator for those.
What is included
- Fixed fare, no meter: the price you see when you book is the price you pay.
- Flight tracking: give us your flight number and we watch it, so a delay does not cost you extra and your driver is there when you land.
- Child seats: one baby seat and one booster seat are free of charge. Tell us the ages when you book.
- Payment at the end: pay the driver when you arrive. Booking is free, and you can cancel or change up to 24 hours before.
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By TGV: the fast direct train
The TGV is the quickest way. Trains leave from the combined TGV and RER station next to Terminal 2 and reach Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy, the Disneyland Paris station, in about 10 to 12 minutes. They do not run as often as the metro, with gaps of roughly 20 to 60 minutes depending on the time of day, and tickets are for a specific train, so a delayed flight can mean waiting for the next one.
- Ticket prices vary with the train and how early you book, so check SNCF Connect for the current fare.
- From Terminal 1 or 3 you first need a free airport shuttle to the Terminal 2 station, so allow extra time.
- At Chessy you are at the park entrance, but a hotel outside the resort still needs a bus or taxi from the station.
By RER B and RER A through Paris
The RER B runs from the airport into central Paris, where you change at Châtelet–Les Halles to the RER A towards Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy. The whole journey takes 1 hour 10 minutes or more, and the Paris Region–Airports ticket covers it, so check the operator for the current price. It is the cheapest option for one or two people, but the change at Châtelet means stairs and crowds, which is hard work with large cases or a pushchair. Rush hour is busy in both directions.
By Magical Shuttle
The Magical Shuttle is Disney’s own airport bus. It leaves from Terminal 2E/2F and drops at the resort’s hotels and at the park, taking roughly 40 to 60 minutes depending on the stops. Recent guides put departures at intervals of up to about 45 minutes, so check the official shuttle site for today’s timetable and fare before you rely on it.
Which option should you choose?
| Your situation | Our suggestion |
|---|---|
| Family of four or more with luggage | Private transfer. At €80 for four it is €20 each, with no changes. |
| Arriving late at night or very early | Private transfer. Trains and shuttles are less frequent at those hours. |
| One or two adults, carry-on only | TGV if a train fits your landing, otherwise RER. |
| Staying in a Disney hotel and happy to share | Magical Shuttle, if the timetable suits. |
| Staying in a partner hotel in Magny-le-Hongre or Val d’Europe | Private transfer straight to the door, which saves a second bus. |
How the fare splits across your group
A private transfer is priced per vehicle, so the cost per person falls as your group grows. Here is how the Piyo Cab fare to the Disney area divides.
| Passengers | Piyo Cab fare (whole vehicle) | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €70 | €35 |
| 4 | €80 | €20 |
| 6 | €90 | €15 |
| 8 | €100 | €12.50 |
Train and shuttle tickets are charged per person, so their cost rises with every extra traveller. Check the operators for their current prices and compare them with the fares above. For small groups a train can cost less, but for a family the private transfer is the only option that takes you to your hotel door with no changes.
How booking a transfer works
- Enter your route in the fare calculator: CDG as the start, and your Disney hotel or area as the destination.
- Add your details: number of passengers, children’s ages for the seats, your flight number and arrival date.
- Receive confirmation straight away. Nothing is charged upfront.
- Meet your driver at arrivals and pay at the end of the journey.
The return trip to CDG
Going back is the part that catches people out. Plan to arrive at the airport about three hours before an international flight, and allow for the morning traffic on the roads towards the airport. If your flight is early, the first TGVs and shuttles may not match your departure time, which is another reason families book the return pick-up when they book the arrival. We can confirm both together, and you can change either up to 24 hours before.
Tips for a smooth arrival
- Share your flight number, terminal and hotel name when you book, so the driver can plan for your landing time.
- Allow time for passport control and baggage reclaim, which is often 45 to 60 minutes after landing.
- If you are staying outside the resort, look at our guides to Dream Castle Hotel, Explorers Hotel and Val d’Europe.
- For the return trip to the airport, book the pick-up when you book the arrival so both are confirmed.
You can also see all our Disneyland fares on the Disneyland Paris transfers page.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Charles de Gaulle airport from Disneyland Paris?
About 30 km by road, which is roughly 30 to 40 minutes in normal traffic. By rail the TGV covers it in around 12 minutes.
What is the cheapest way from CDG to Disneyland Paris?
For one or two people the train routes are usually the lower-cost option, and their ticket prices are set by the operators, so check them before you travel. For a family of four or more, a Piyo Cab transfer at €80 for the whole vehicle works out at €20 each or less.
Is there a direct train from CDG to Disneyland Paris?
Yes. TGV trains run from the station at Terminal 2 to Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy, the Disneyland Paris station, in about 10 to 12 minutes. They do not run every few minutes, so check the timetable and book a seat.
How much is a private taxi from CDG to Disneyland Paris?
Piyo Cab’s fixed fare is €70 for one to three passengers, €80 for four, €85 for five, €90 for six, €95 for seven and €100 for eight.
What if my flight is delayed?
Give us your flight number when you book. We track the flight, so your driver adjusts to the real landing time and you pay the same fixed fare.
Can I get a baby seat for the transfer?
Yes. One baby seat and one booster seat are included free of charge. Please mention the children’s ages when you book.
