So you have your Disneyland tickets (and I hope you got them through my links, so that your friendly neighborhood Francophile can treat himself to a baguette at the end of the day), the suitcases are packed, and the kids are checking every five minutes to see if Sleeping Beauty’s castle has appeared on the horizon. But just before the magic begins, there’s one small technical matter left: how do you actually get there?
Paris is a huge city, and Disneyland isn’t even inside it. It sits in a suburb called Marne-la-Vallée, about 32 kilometers east of the city. The good news? Starting in 2025, getting there became dramatically cheaper (I’ll tell you exactly how much in a minute, and you won’t believe it). The less good news? If you don’t pick the right route, you might find yourself dragging suitcases through endless metro tunnels.
So you don’t start your trip off on the wrong foot, I wrote you the most complete guide on the internet, with every option, every price and the little secrets only locals know.
The 2025 Revolution: RER Trains for Just €2.50! 🚂
If you’ve visited Paris before, you probably remember that getting to Disneyland used to be a fairly pricey affair (about €5 each way). Well, you can forget about that. Starting January 1, 2025, Paris’s big transportation reform went into effect.
What does that mean? It means there’s now a flat fare of €2.50 (the price may be adjusted slightly, but that’s the ballpark) for any trip by train, metro or RER anywhere in the Île-de-France region. It doesn’t matter if you’re going two stops within the city or riding an hour out to Disneyland. The price is the same.
Zvi’s tip: Don’t let the old ticket machines confuse you. Make sure you buy a regular ticket (Ticket t+) or use a Navigo Easy card, and you should be covered. This is huge news for families!
Where Do You Board? A Look at the RER Stations in Paris 📍
Disneyland sits on the RER A line (the red line). It’s the fastest and most efficient line in the city. But where’s the best place to board? Here’s a breakdown of the main stations inside Paris, so you know which one works best for you:
Charles de Gaulle – Étoile (the Arc de Triomphe)
- Pros: A super-central location right at the end of the Champs-Élysées.
- Cons: The station is very deep, with lots of escalators and long corridors. Less convenient if you’re hauling heavy suitcases.
Auber (near the Opéra and Galeries Lafayette)
- Pros: Excellent connection to the main shopping and hotel area.
- Cons: One of the most crowded stations in the world. At rush hour (morning and afternoon) it feels like a sardine can.
Châtelet Les Halles (the heart of Paris)
- Pros: The center of the center. Every line passes through here.
- Cons: The biggest maze in Europe. It’s very easy to get lost, and the walk from the metro to the RER platform can take 10 minutes or more. If you have strollers, try to avoid it.
Gare de Lyon (the big train station)
- Pros: A more pleasant station, with wide platforms and relatively good accessibility. A great option if you’re staying near the Bastille or Bercy.
Nation (eastern Paris)
- Pros: The last stop inside the city. It’s usually easier to find a seat here (since a lot of people get off), and access to the platforms is simpler. This is my personal favorite.
Important to remember: once you’re on the platform, check the screens. Make sure the train is headed for Marne-la-Vallée – Chessy (sometimes marked with a Mickey Mouse head). Don’t get on a train ending at Torcy!
Arriving from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) ✈️
Option A: TGV Train (insanely fast) – Recommended!
This is my favorite option by far. There’s a TGV train station right at Terminal 2 of the airport. This train will get you to Disneyland in just 10 minutes. Yes, ten minutes.
The downside? The price can get steep if you don’t book in advance. Tickets are sold like airline tickets, so the price climbs as your travel date approaches.
Option B: Taxi or private transfer
If you miss the TGV or you’re a big group, a taxi is the most convenient solution. More on that in the taxi section below.
4. Arriving from Orly Airport 🛬
There’s no direct train from Orly to Disneyland. Your options are:
- Magical Shuttle: the official bus (comfortable, but takes time).
- Public transit (for the adventurous): OrlyVal to Antony, then RER B to Châtelet, then a transfer to RER A. Not recommended with suitcases and tired kids.
- Taxi/transfer: my preferred option in this case.
5. Taxis, Uber and private transfers: when is it worth it? 🚕
A lot of people are wary of Paris taxis, and with some justification (the meter runs fast), but when it comes to Disneyland, a taxi is sometimes the smartest option.
When should you take a taxi?
- When there are 3 to 4 of you or more: the cost of 4 shuttle tickets can reach €90. A taxi will cost about the same, but it will take you door to door without stopping at 5 hotels along the way.
- When you land late at night: once the trains stop running, this is your only option.
- For a little indulgence: let’s be honest, after a flight with kids, sometimes it’s worth the extra €20 to have someone else haul your suitcase.
How do you book, and what does it cost?
- Apps: Uber and Bolt both work well in Paris. The price varies with demand, but usually runs around €70-100 from the city center or the airports.
- Official taxis (G7): very reliable. You can book in advance through their app.
- Private transfers (VTC): there are plenty of companies offering vans for groups. The advantage is a fixed price set in advance and child safety seats (which regular taxis usually don’t have).
6. The Magical Shuttle 🚌
This is the official red and yellow bus. It departs from Terminals 2E/2F at CDG and from every terminal at Orly.
The upside: it drops you off right at your hotel lobby (Disney hotels and select nearby hotels). There’s WiFi on board.
The downside: the ride can be long (an hour and a half if you’re lucky and there’s traffic), and it stops at several hotels before reaching yours.
7. Renting a car: why you should skip it 🚗
Unless you’re staying at Davy Crockett Ranch (where there are no shuttles and a car is a must) or at Villages Nature, I highly recommend not renting a car just for Disney.
- Parking at the hotels and the park is expensive.
- Gas is expensive.
- The traffic leaving Paris (A4) is a nightmare of biblical proportions.
- Inside Disneyland itself, everything runs on foot or on free internal shuttles. The car would just sit there.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ❓
How much does a train ride from Paris to Disneyland Paris cost in 2026?
This is the big revolution! Starting January 2025, a flat fare of about €2.50 (Ticket t+ or Navigo Easy) applies to travel anywhere in the Île-de-France region, including to Disneyland. It saves families a lot of money.
Is there Uber to Disneyland?
Yes, Uber works great in and around Paris. The average cost of a ride from the city center to Disneyland is about €70 to €100. It’s a great solution if you have a lot of luggage.
Which RER station is most convenient with suitcases?
A question for experts. I recommend Gare de Lyon or Nation. They’re less of a maze than the enormous Châtelet, and they usually have better escalators or elevators down to the platforms.
What’s the fastest way from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Disneyland?
The fastest way is the TGV train, which takes only about 10 minutes. I recommend booking tickets in advance, since the price climbs as your travel date gets closer.
How do you get from Orly Airport to Disneyland Paris?
There’s no direct train from Orly to Disneyland. The top options are the official Magical Shuttle bus, or booking a taxi/private transfer, which is often a better deal for families (around €70-100). I’d recommend avoiding the clunky public transit route from this airport.
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