I've been reading other posts and still can't make a decision. Here's the situation: it will by a friend, my daughter and I needing transportation from CDG to an apt. in the 6th. We will each have a small suitcase (21&quot and a tote. I don't want to try the train, so that option is out. We will be flying all night from CA and will be tired. Which do you recommend for 3 people? I have an idea of what the costs are but is the savings worth it with a shuttle? I, of course, will be paying 2/3 the taxi fare.

You are the 4th thread TODAY requesting information on this same subject. Once again, type in your request in the search box and read forever.

With more than two people I think the taxi is a better bet.

thanks Ron. mikey, I realized there were other threads on this, although not 4 today. I did mention in my post I had read other threads regarding this topic. I know of 3 different shuttle services: Paris Shuttle, Bee Shuttle, and Paris airport service and wasn't sure which was the best bet.

I can suggest taking a taxi in lieu of a shuttle. I had a bad experience with Parishuttle five years ago and found the taxi to be what I needed. A taxi (legitimate Taxi Parisien taxi) is a sure thing more often than not whereas a shuttle is more hit and miss judging from comments I've read here and at Trip Advisor.

taxi it will be. I wasn't wanting to spend as much money but prefer reliability over cost Thanks!!

What a shame and what a waste of money not to take the RER, which goes straight to the 6th arrondissement (Saint Michel or Luxembourg). I always favor saving money to spend on a splurge of true delight (a fine meal or a pricey tourist event) than a little extra comfort on a minor transfer that will take even longer by shuttle or taxi than by RER at 8€. But I guess I just must be stupid to prefer to spend money on fun.

kerouac: I don't know if you are stupid, but you are certainly acting like a jerk. For someone who is unfamiliar with the RER and is arriving fatigued after a long flight, a taxi is certainly the easiest choice. Could you save a few euros by taking the RER? Certainly, convenience and ease of use, at that particular time, and given the number of passengers, probably makes a taxi a good choice.

kerouac, it's all a matter of personal preference which type of transportation the poster wants to use. Your statement about being "stupid to prefer to spend money on fun" is not quite accurate. You're just plain stupid. Sarcastic and putdown remarks must make you feel great as I can't see any other reason you post here.

I have personal experience with Bee Shuttle. Great experience one way-terrible the other way. I wish I'd taken a taxi. However, if you get used to getting around on the metro, you might use your new found knowledge to take the RER BACK to the airport.

Good luck and have a great time!!

So, based on previous posts, the "savings" between RER and a taxi is going to be in the 13 - 23 euro range? That's a VERY small price to pay FOR ME as I come off a long flight and am eager to start my vacation without frustrations at the very beginning of the trip.

IF that same amount of money is kerouac's "splurge" on "fine dining" or "fun"....well... all I can say is PARTY HEARTY on your windfall!

Yes, of course I'm the jerk. I'm the one living in Paris and watching so many of you waste your money. It is really a true delight. "Paris is so expensive. A Coke costs $8!" "The shuttle took me right to the hotel for only 50 euros!" "Lunch for two with a glass of wine was a very reasonable 120€." "The pillows were not fluffy at all and the room was very small." This site is a laugh riot for me, which is one of the main reasons that I spend time here.

i have taken the paris shuttle for all three trips and have had good experiences all 3 times. there were 2 of us and a cab was about double the price. most times we were the only party in the shuttle.

Kerouac - Your first post was rude, but having lived in Paris, your last post was right on. Thanks for the smile.

From C. a woman who is constantly trying to convince people that Paris is not that expensive if you don't make poor choices).

You may live in Paris, but you are so pitiful. I don't envy you at all. Signing up to join a travel forum just so that you can make fun of others shows what a sorry life you have.

Ditto for me on Paris Shuttle. Two good trips with them last month.

We too used Paris Shuttle without any problems. Actually we missed our flight and ended up in Paris about 8 hours later than expected. We called Paris Shuttle when we got in, explained our situation, and they were there to pick us up within minutes.

We took the RER back to the airport and probably won't do it again.

Tracy

Yes! Yes! Yes! Continue to spend as much money as possible. It pays for my retirement fund! Not to mention my 10 weeks of paid vacation.

gosh, I just asked what I thought was a simple question. I didn't expect to start WWIII!!!! I stated in my first post that the RER was not an option because #1 a loooong flight and if you must know, #2 I speak no French! I was trying to make it easy on myself and my daughter. Thank you for those who understand. Perhaps I can take the RER back, a definite possibility. I don't understand why people care what I do one way or the other. I asked for help with the TWO choices, not an opinion of how to waste my money. It is my money, afterall.

kerouac- your sarcasm and rudeness are what give the French a bad rep. I am sorry your life is so dull and shallow that you need to spend time on Fodors to get your jollies.

good response, laurenzo.

I've always been a fan of a taxi from CDG. Thanks to kerouac, for pointing out that, for 3 travelers, a taxi is less than a Coke's difference in price. Even more of a "no brainer" now. Taxi is DEFINITELY the best way to go!