Transportation from de Gaulle to Paris
Oct 8th, 2014, 11:04 AM
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Not all taxis will accept credit cards - for one reason or another, all of them annoying.
It's a good idea to come prepared with more euros than the prices that have been quoted. Prices can vary, according to traffic, time of day, etc.
No need to give a map - the drivers won't use it, and have GPS, anyhow.
Tipping taxi drivers is not forbidden. If you choose to tip, just a couple of euros would be appreciated - no need to give more than that.
It's a good idea to come prepared with more euros than the prices that have been quoted. Prices can vary, according to traffic, time of day, etc.
No need to give a map - the drivers won't use it, and have GPS, anyhow.
Tipping taxi drivers is not forbidden. If you choose to tip, just a couple of euros would be appreciated - no need to give more than that.
Oct 8th, 2014, 11:25 AM
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I've only used the RER from CDG. First time by myself, once with my sister and niece, and once with my husband and two kids. I found it not stressful at all. I don't speak any french and it was never a problem. I plan on using the RER again next Spring when we travel to Paris with our other two kids. Taxis seem like a waste of money. I think you'll be fine using the RER.
Oct 8th, 2014, 11:25 AM
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If for some reason a taxi cannot accept a credit card as payment, it must be noted on the side (passenger) window. If you see a sign such as ¨pas de carte bancaire¨ or similar then you should ask for a taxi that will accept credit card payment.
Oct 8th, 2014, 11:40 AM
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I see almost no reason for four people with luggage going to the part of Paris that is closest to the airport to take public transportation. This is the absolute optimal situation to take a taxi, both for convenience and for cost, which as pointed out above, will probably not be much greater in the taxi than on the RER and metro or any of the buses from the airport into central Paris.
The only reason to take public transportation in this situation would be if someone has a great desire for the experience or has, like kerouac, a feeling of stress attached to taking taxis.
The only reason to take public transportation in this situation would be if someone has a great desire for the experience or has, like kerouac, a feeling of stress attached to taking taxis.
Jan 24th, 2015, 02:08 PM
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Update: As recommended by our business client, we took a cab from CDG to our destination. It seems like it was about 54 euros or so. He picked up the tab--that's probably why he wanted us to take the taxi. Thanks for the valuable info!
May 13th, 2015, 11:59 PM
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You have a number of options for reaching the city from Charles de Gaulle Airport. The cheapest is the RER train, which has several stops in central Paris and connects with the Métro system. This is a good choice when you're traveling with light luggage. If you're loaded with bags, we'd suggest an airport bus or--for direct transportation at a higher fare--an airport shuttle or taxi.
