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Getting from Orly Airport to Paris City

Nadia Anagnostopoulou

August 9, 2023

Paris Orly Airport is located approximately 20 km away from Paris city centre, taking 25 minutes by car in usual traffic conditions. There are 4 modes of transportation to get from Orly Airport to the city centre of Paris; taxi, private transfer, bus and train.

The quickest but most expensive transfer option is by taxi or private transfer. A taxi from Orly Airport to Paris will take around 20-30 minutes and the service is door-to-door, making it the most convenient option. Alternatively, taking the train is a cheap transfer option. Trains run throughout most of the day and tickets cost €15.40 one-way. Another budget transfer option is to take the bus. Buses take around 30 minutes and cost just €11.20.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Welcome Pickups	€55	25min	24/7	Book
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Taxi	€38	25min	24/7
Train	€30.80	45min	06:00–23:35
Bus	€22.40	30min	24/7

How to get from Orly Airport to the city centre by taxi

Taking an Orly Airport taxi to the city centre of Paris is by far the most convenient transfer option. The journey will take between 20 and 30 minutes, depending on traffic and the driver will drop you off directly at your door.

Taxi fare from Orly Airport to the city centre

Taxis from Paris Orly Airport to the city centre are charged at a flat rate. Therefore, if you are travelling to the left bank, it will be €35, and you’ll pay €41 to get to the right bank.

*After the first 4 people, your driver will charge a surplus of €4 per additional person.

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Taxis at Orly airport

Cost

€38

Trip Duration

25 Min

*Prices will vary depending on the location of your destination in the city.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Orly Airport.

Where do I get it from?

There are taxi ranks directly outside of all the terminals at Orly Airport (1, 2, 3 and 4), so finding one will be easy.

Convenience

Taking a taxi from Orly Airport to the city centre of Paris is by far the quickest and most convenient transfer option. You can sit back and relax while the driver handles your luggage, and takes you directly to the door of your accommodation.

Editor’s Note

Thanks to the new flat-rate fee system for taxis at Orly Airport, taking a taxi isn't too expensive. However, if you're on a very tight budget, you may wish to try another transfer option.

Useful Tips

Be sure to carry cash, most taxi drivers still don't accept card payments.

Let your driver know you are aware of the flat-rate fee to the city centre.

There is no charge for extra luggage items.

After the first 4 people, your driver will charge a fee of €4 per person.

Taxis at Orly Airport don't have a specific colour. Instead, check for the 'Taxi Parisian' sign on top.

How to get from Orly Airport to city centre by train

Unfortunately, there are no direct train lines from Orly Airport to the city centre of Paris. You will need to take the Orlyval metro to the Antony Train Station, and then change to the RER B line. The total journey will cost €15.40 and will take around 45 minutes to get to the centre of Paris.

The Orlyval is an automatic metro providing travel between all the airport terminals and connecting the airport with the RER station in Antony. From Antony Station, you can take the RER services to various destinations throughout Paris.

*Check the train map and timetable to find the best stop for your destination.