Getting Around Paris for Team Events — Transport Guide
Moving a group of 10–50 people around Paris requires planning. CDG airport transfers cost €12/person by RER or €300–500 total by private coach. The Metro is the fastest way to move small groups between venues (2–4 minute frequency). For large groups, private coach hire runs €500–800 per half-day. The Eurostar from London takes 2h15. This guide covers every transport option with real prices, timing, and group-size recommendations.
CDG Airport to City Centre
RER B train (€11.80/person, 35–45 minutes): The most reliable option for small groups. Trains run every 10–20 minutes from 5am to midnight. Change at Chatelet-Les Halles for Metro connections to any district. Buy tickets at the station or use Navigo Easy cards. Watch for pickpockets on the RER — keep luggage close and phones in pockets.
Private coach (€300–500 for 20–50 people, 45–90 minutes): The best option for groups with luggage. The coach meets your team at arrivals, loads luggage, and delivers everyone directly to the hotel. Journey time varies with traffic — allow 90 minutes during rush hour (8–10am, 5–7pm). Group transfer options →
Taxi (€55–70 flat rate): Fixed rates from CDG: €55 to Right Bank, €62 to Left Bank. Taxis seat 3–4 people with luggage. For groups of 8–15, splitting into 3–4 taxis is often faster than waiting for a coach, but more expensive per person.
Orly Airport & Eurostar
Orly to city centre: Orlyval automatic train to Antony station (8 minutes), then RER B to central Paris (25 minutes). Total: €12.10/person, 30–40 minutes. Private coach: €250–400 for 20–50 people, 30–60 minutes.
Eurostar from London: 2 hours 15 minutes from St Pancras to Gare du Nord. No check-in queues, city-centre to city-centre, power outlets, and you can work the entire journey. Standard Premier return fares: €60–120 when booked 4–8 weeks ahead. Gare du Nord connects to Metro lines 4 and 5, and RER B/D. For UK-based teams, the Eurostar is often faster door-to-door than flying.
Metro, RER & Coach Within Paris
Metro: 16 lines covering every corner of Paris. Trains run every 2–4 minutes during peak hours. Buy Navigo Easy cards and load 10-trip carnets (€16.90 for 10 trips). For groups under 15, the Metro is the fastest and cheapest way to move between venues. Key lines for events: Line 1 (La Defense to Bastille), Line 4 (Gare du Nord to Montparnasse), Line 8 (Opera to Bastille via Le Marais). District connections →
RER: Regional express trains that go further and faster than the Metro. RER A connects La Defense to central Paris (15 min). RER B connects CDG airport. RER C serves Versailles (40 min from Saint-Michel). Same tickets as Metro within central Paris.
Private coach within Paris (€500–800/half-day): Essential for groups of 25+. The coach drops off at venue, parks at a designated lot, and returns for pickup. Central Paris has designated drop-off points on major boulevards. Coach operators familiar with Paris event logistics know the routes, restrictions, and timing.
Tips for 20+ people: (1) Assign a team leader at the front and back of the Metro group. (2) Avoid rush hour (8–9:30am, 5:30–7pm). (3) Choose venues in the same district to maximise walking. (4) Brief the group on Metro etiquette: stand right on escalators, let people exit before boarding.
Transport Options Summary
| Route | Option | Time | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CDG → Central Paris | RER B | 35–45 min | EUR 11.80/pp | Small groups, budget |
| CDG → Central Paris | Private Coach | 45–90 min | EUR 300–500 total | Groups 20–50, luggage |
| Orly → Central Paris | Orlyval + RER B | 30–40 min | EUR 12.10/pp | Small groups |
| Orly → Central Paris | Private Coach | 30–60 min | EUR 250–400 total | Groups 20–50 |
| London → Paris | Eurostar | 2h15 | EUR 60–120 return | UK teams, no flight needed |
| Within Paris | Metro (carnet) | 5–20 min | EUR 1.69/trip | Small groups, fast |
| Within Paris | Private Coach | Varies | EUR 500–800/half-day | Groups 25–50+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get from CDG to central Paris?
RER B: €11.80/pp, 35–45 min. Coach: €300–500 total for groups. Taxi: €55–70 flat rate.
Best way to transport a group?
Under 15: Metro. 15–25: Metro + taxis. 25+: Private coach (€500–800/half-day).
Can you take a coach in central Paris?
Yes, using designated drop-off points. The coach parks at a lot and returns for pickup.
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