How to get to Disneyland: RER A for 5 € or airport transfer

From Disneyland Paris city center, there is a direct RER A commuter train. The ride takes about 40 minutes, and a ticket costs around 2.55 € (as of 09/2026, Île-de-France Mobilités fares). Trains depart every 15 minutes, so you won't have to wait long.

You can also get there by bus, taxi, or rental car, and from the two Paris airports there are a few more options. Prices vary widely, and it's easy to overpay for no good reason.

In short: from central Paris, take the RER A back; from Charles de Gaulle Airport, the TGV train is the fastest option; and for a family with suitcases, a pre-booked transfer is more convenient. Below you'll find all the options with travel times and prices.

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How Disneyland Paris is laid out

💡 In short:

• From central Paris and back, the RER A line takes you there; the final station is called Marne-la-Vallée Chessy.
• The trip from the center takes about 40 minutes, and a ticket costs around 2.55 € (as of 09/2026, Île-de-France single ticket).
• From Charles de Gaulle Airport, the TGV train is the fastest option; the trip takes 10 minutes (SNCF Connect schedules).
• Transport schedules and fares: 09/2026, verified on the official Magical Shuttle website.

Disneyland Paris is located about forty kilometers east of the French capital, in the commune of Marne-la-Vallée in the Île-de-France region. Two theme parks cover about two thousand hectares, and the grounds include attractions and hotel districts.

From the entrance to Sleeping Beauty Castle, Main Street, U.S.A. leads the way. Along it are shops, cafés, and souvenir stores where visitors take a break between attractions and buy souvenirs for the kids.

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From Paris to Disneyland by train

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The cheapest way from Paris to Disneyland is the direct RER A commuter train. Line A runs from the city center to the park without transfers. You just need to go down into the metro and board a train in the right direction.

An Île-de-France ticket costs about 2.55 € (as of 09/2026, Île-de-France Mobilités tickets). You can buy them at the green ticket machines in stations. The ride takes 40-50 minutes, and the final station is called Marne-la-Vallée Chessy.

Only the red A line works. Trains run every 15 minutes from 5:20 to 00:30 (according to RATP). Within the city limits, the train runs underground, and beyond Paris it comes to the surface. Watch the electronic boards, because several branches share the same tracks.

• The catch: you can easily end up going the wrong way, since the branches intersect at stations.

If you want to check schedules and prices in advance, take a look at trains across France on Trip.com.

From Paris to Disneyland by bus

Disneyland express buses depart from the Gare du Nord, Opera, Madeleine, and Chatelet metro stations several times a day. This is a convenient alternative to the train for large groups and travelers with kids, and the ride takes about an hour. The first departure leaves in the morning.

The cabin has comfortable seats and free Wi-Fi. The price depends on the season, and the fare usually includes a round trip and a park ticket, so you won't have to wait in ticket lines.

• The catch: there are few departures, and the trip is tied to the carrier's schedule.

How to get to Disneyland from the airport

From Charles de Gaulle Airport

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Charles de Gaulle Airport is 40 kilometers from Disneyland (according to the airport's official website). The Magical Shuttle runs between the terminals and the park every day, and the stop is located between terminals 2E and 2F (according to Magical Shuttle). The fare is about 24 € for an adult and 11 € for a child one way (as of 09/2026, carrier's rates). The ride takes about 40 minutes.

The fastest option is the TGV train. The station is located right in Terminal 2, and the trip takes 10 minutes at speeds over 200 km/h (according to SNCF Connect). A one-way second-class ticket costs about 22 € (as of 09/2026, SNCF schedules). There's no point paying extra for first class, since the ride is only 10 minutes.

The RER commuter train also connects the airport with the park, but you first need to get to Paris and then transfer, so the total trip takes more than two hours. A taxi from the terminal exits will get you to the park quickly, but the driver charges extra for oversized luggage and night trips. So it's better to book the ride in advance and get a fixed price.

From Orly Airport

Orly ranks second in France by passenger traffic, but its connection to Disneyland is weaker. Only shuttle buses and private cars with drivers take you directly to the park. The bus ride takes about an hour, while a car gets you there roughly twice as fast.

You can't get there by rail without transfers. First take metro line 14 to central Paris. There, transfer to the red line A, which goes straight to Disneyland. Follow the signs so you don't get lost among the branches: the final station is called Marne-la-Vallée Chessy.

From Paris to Disneyland by taxi

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The most comfortable transfer from the French capital is a taxi. This option works well for tourists with children and larger groups, because the trip has no transfers and doesn't require figuring out train and bus schedules.

An individual ride is easy to book in advance: the car is delivered to the address you need at the time you need, and you see the price before the trip. Pre-booking services offer a fixed rate, so the bill doesn't go up because of traffic. For groups of four or more, there are discounts on a larger vehicle, and you can pay online or in cash to the driver.

• The catch: without a pre-booking, the driver charges extra for large luggage and nighttime trips.

Disneyland: tickets and combined tours

Many people go to the park with a ready-made package. A combined tour includes a transfer from Paris, a return trip on the RER train, and an entrance ticket, and these eight-hour trips depart from the city center on specific days of the week.

The package is convenient because you don't stand in line at the ticket offices. Tickets are sold at the departure point and through online services, and the price depends on age: a child's ticket is cheaper than an adult's.

It's better to buy a park ticket in advance for a specific date, because the rate depends on the day of the week and the season. In the low season, the price is noticeably lower than during school holidays. Check out Disneyland tickets and tours.

By rental car

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You can reach Disneyland via the A4 motorway. People who rent a car are those who don't want to depend on schedules. Without traffic, the drive takes about half an hour.

Rental offices are located at Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports, as well as in central Paris. Booking a car in advance is cheaper than looking for one on the spot, so check out car rental in Paris.

If you stay at one of the Disneyland hotels, parking is free; in all other cases, parking near the park is paid separately.

• The catch: paid parking if your hotel is not affiliated with Disneyland.

Hotels at Disneyland

For a few days, it's more convenient to stay near the park. Around Marne-la-Vallée you'll find hotels of different levels, from budget to four-star, and you can check prices for hotels near Disneyland on Trip.com.

Vienna House Dream Castle at Disneyland Paris

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The hotel sits surrounded by a lake and lush greenery, and the interiors are styled after the musketeer era. Dream Castle Paris prices on Trip.com

Vienna House Magic Circus at Disneyland Paris

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The hotel has a circus theme and is a ten-minute drive from the park, with rooms overlooking the countryside. Magic Circus Paris prices

• The catch: you can't walk to the park, you need a shuttle.

Villages Nature Paris at Disneyland Paris

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Six kilometers from Disneyland, on a lakeshore in the woods, lies the Villages Nature Paris cottage resort. It promises nature and water park entertainment.

• Who it's for: those who want to combine the park with a nature getaway.

Villages Nature Paris prices

Radisson Blu Hotel Paris, Marne-la-Vallée

The hotel is located on the Disneyland golf course and has a wellness center. The spacious rooms are decorated in light tones.

• Who it's for: those who want golf and spa after the park.

Radisson Blu Marne-la-Vallee prices

Explorers Hotel at Disneyland

This affordable, well-kept hotel has a pirate theme, and the Disneyland spirit hits you right away. It's geared toward family vacations: there's a play area and a small water park.

• Who it's for: families with kids.

prices at Explorers Paris

B&B Hotel Disneyland Paris

This budget hotel is three kilometers from the park. It has everything you need for a quiet rest after Disneyland: spacious rooms with large beds, satellite TV, and Wi-Fi.

• The catch: it's far from the park, you can't walk there.

Route from Paris to Disneyland on the map

Plot the route on the map and check the travel time for your dates. The A4 highway runs from central Paris to the park, and the train follows line A.

⁉️🤔 Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to get from Paris to Disneyland?

The cheapest option is the RER A train: an Île-de-France ticket costs about €2.55 (as of 09/2026, Île-de-France Mobilités website). A taxi costs noticeably more, and if you rent a car you also have to pay for parking.

How long is the train ride from Paris to Disneyland?

The RER A takes 40-50 minutes from the city center with no transfers (according to the RATP schedule). From Charles de Gaulle Airport, the TGV gets you to the park in 10 minutes.

How to get from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Disneyland?

The Magical Shuttle waits right between terminals 2E and 2F, and the trip takes about 40 minutes (according to Magical Shuttle). The fastest option is the TGV from Terminal 2.

Can you get from Paris to Disneyland by bus?

Direct express buses run from the Gare du Nord, Opera, Madeleine and Chatelet metro stations several times a day. The trip takes about an hour, and the ticket often already includes park admission.

Where to stay near Disneyland?

The park has hotels in every category: from the budget B&B Hotel Disneyland Paris three kilometers away to four-star hotels with a water park. For a couple of days at the park, it's more convenient to stay nearby rather than commute from Paris every day.

In short: what's worth booking

If you only have one day, take the RER A and a dated park ticket. If you're flying into Charles de Gaulle, choose the TGV: it's faster than a taxi and cheaper than the shuttle. And if you're traveling with kids and suitcases, book a transfer in advance and reserve a hotel near the park.

• Tickets and tours: Disneyland tickets in advance.
• Staying near the park: choose a hotel near Disneyland.