Taxis in Paris
With over 20,000 taxis operating throughout the city, taking a Paris taxi couldn’t be easier. Although the Paris metro system is quite extensive, taking a taxi is your best option if you’re traveling late at night or don’t have much time to spend in Paris. You can easily hail a cab from the street, walk to one of the 500 taxi ranks around the city, or call one of several reputable taxi companies.
Paris taxis can seat up to nine passengers, with the choice of sedans or minivans, and drivers are required to hold a certificate of competence that should be displayed at all times. When on duty, the taxi light on the roof will be lit with different colored lights to indicate which fare pricing is currently in use. While taximeters are used to calculate fare prices, a fixed price will be provided for specific routes, such as Charles de Gaulle to the city center.
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How much is a taxi in Paris?
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| FROM CDG TO CITY CENTER (LEFT BANK) | 65 € | 72 € | 30 MIN |
| FROM CDG TO CITY CENTER (RIGHT BANK) | 56 € | 59 € | 20 MIN |
| FROM CDG TO PALACE OF VERSAILLES | 90 € | 98 € | 60 MIN |
| FROM CDG TO DISNEYLAND | 75 € | 85 € | 40 MIN |
| FROM CDG TO ORLY AIRPORT | 78 € | 90 € | 60 MIN |
| EIFFEL TOWER TO THE LOUVRE | 19 € | 23 € | 15 MIN |
| THE LOUVRE TO THE PANTHEON | 17 € | 21 € | 12 MIN |
| ORLY AIRPORT TO DISNEYLAND | 75 € | 86 € | 35 MIN |
Paris taxi prices
Taxis in Paris are more affordable than you may think. The government has established regional regulations, so all licensed taxis must adhere to set pricing guidelines, which are updated each year. All Paris taxis within the core area of the city use a taximeter based on distance and time to calculate your fee:
- Minimum fare: €8
- Care (pickup fee): €3
- Rate A price/km daytime (10:00 to 17:00): €1.22
- Rate B price/km nighttime (17:00 to 10:00): €1.61
- Rate C price/km Sundays (07:00 to 12:00) and public holidays (all day): €1.74
Rates B and C are always used beyond the inner-city circle in the outer suburbs, and a charge between €37.90 and €42.10 will be applied for making your driver wait. When driving in very slow traffic, the meter will also switch to this rate. Additional charges may be applied for callouts (€4-€7), traveling with four or more passengers (€4), and road tolls; however, there are no charges for extra luggage.
It’s also important to note that taxis from Charles de Gaulle or Orly Airport use fixed fares. From CDG, rates for the 30—to 45-minute journey are currently set at €56 for routes to the right bank of the river and €65 for the left bank (Rive Gauche). From Orly, it’ll cost €44 to the right bank and €36 to the left, taking just 25 to 30 minutes.
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How to get a taxi in Paris
Given the large number of taxis in Paris, getting a cab is quick and easy. Previously, hailing a cab in the street wasn’t common practice; however, this is no longer the case. If you choose to flag down a Paris taxi in the street, all you have to do is make sure it’s empty by looking for the green ’TAXI’ light on top and sticking out your hand. Keep in mind that it is illegal for taxis to stop in the street if they are less than 50 meters away from a taxi stand.
Suppose you’d prefer to walk to your nearest rank to get a taxi in Paris. In that case, you can find them at all major metro stations, large hotels, shopping centers, and popular tourist spots such as Place de l’Opéra, Boulevard Saint-Germain, the Eiffel Tower, and Port Royal Station. The city has around 500 taxi ranks, so you shouldn’t have any trouble finding one; look for the ‘T’ sign and a line of taxis.
How to get a taxi from CDG
Finding a Paris Airport taxi is very easy since they are located at the exit of every Arrival Hall after Baggage Claim. A taxi manager is usually available at the rank to direct passengers to the next available taxi. Depending on which terminal you arrive at, here is where each official taxi rank is located:
- Terminal 1: Exit 24 on the Arrivals level
- Terminal 2A: Exit 6
- Terminal 2B: Outside the Arrivals Hall exit
- Terminal 2C: Exit 14
- Terminal 2D: Exit 7
- Terminal 2E: Gate 10 on the Arrivals level
- Terminal 2F: Gate 11 on the Arrivals level
- Terminal 2G: At the blue gate
- Terminal 3: Outside the Arrivals Hall exit
How to get a taxi from Orly Airport
Similar to CDG Airport, Orly Airport is very well organized when it comes to providing Orly Airport taxis. You can easily find a taxi in the designated ranks located outside each Arrival Hall here:
- Terminals 1-2: Gate 14a
- Terminal 3: Gate 32a
- Terminal 4: Gate 48a
If you need to connect with a flight at CDG, you can expect the taxi fare to cost between €78- €88 during the day and €82-€93 at night.
How to get a taxi from the Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower is arguably the most popular attraction in Paris so it’s not surprising that there are plenty of spots to grab a taxi in the nearby area. First off, there is a taxi rank right in front of the tower although be mindful that traffic is one-directional when planning your onward journey from here. Alternatively, you can walk across to the Pullman Hotel where there is also a rank outside, or you can try your luck at the rank on Ave de la Bourdonnais near the corner of Avenue Rapp.
How to get a taxi from Gare du Nord Station
If you need to get from Gare du Nord to the city center, there is a line of taxis just outside the station. Simply turn right at the end of the tracks and follow the signs to the taxi stand on the west side of the station, near Platform 3. Normally there is a taxi manager who assigns people to their taxi so all you need to do is join the queue and wait.
*Ignore requests from anyone approaching you inside the station and only accept rides with an official taxi with their credentials on display.
How to get a taxi from Place de l’Opéra
Once you’re done exploring the 9th arrondissement on foot, rest those tired legs in a taxi back to your hotel. Taxis depart from opposite the Place de l’Opéra square, across from the Opéra metro station.
Most popular Paris taxi apps
During holidays and peak season, finding a taxi on the street can often be tricky, especially late at night and during wet weather. To have a taxi come directly to you, there are several apps that you can use to book a ride.
These include local taxi companies G7 and Mon Transport and ride-hailing platforms Uber, Bolt, and Heetch. Remember that there can still be lengthy waiting periods when booking through an app.
If you know the time and place you’d like to be picked up, why not pre-book a Paris Airport transfer instead? Welcome Pickups offers guaranteed on-time pickups with English-speaking drivers at competitive rates.
This service is especially handy when traveling to the airport in the early morning for peace of mind that a driver will be waiting for you when needed.
Useful Paris taxi numbers
If you aren’t connected to the internet or prefer not to download an app to your phone, you can choose to call a taxi company or radio dispatcher to order your cab. This is a great option if you’re traveling with children or you’re leaving a bar late at night, as you can wait for your taxi indoors. Be aware that your driver will start the taximeter when they set off to your location for pick-up, not after you’re in the taxi, so this option will be the most expensive.
The largest and most trustworthy taxi company in central Paris is G7. Rides can be booked through their app or by phoning them, or if you don’t mind which company you ride with, you can call the general taxi dispatch number on +33 1 45 30 30 30.
- G7: +33 1 41 27 66 99
- Alpha Taxi: +33 1 45 85 85 85
- Taxis Bleus: +33 891 70 10 10
Booking your Paris taxi in advance
When you’re in a new city, planning, and budgeting for your transportation should be the least of your worries. If you book your Paris taxi in advance, you can save precious time and money.
If you’d like to secure a set-rate fee and enjoy 5-star customer service with English-speaking drivers, we suggest booking your Paris Airport transfer in advance with Welcome Pickups.
Paris taxi tips
- Not all taxi drivers in Paris speak English, so be sure to note down your destination in case you need to show your driver.
- If you feel your driver is taking a long route or is heading in the wrong direction, you can check your location on Google Maps.
- Some Paris taxi drivers don’t accept credit cards, so be sure to carry change. If they accept card payments, they will have a sign in the passenger window.
- You can store a wheelchair free of charge.
- Most taxi drivers charge extra to carry large or bulky items and baby strollers.
- Before beginning your journey, ensure your driver has set the base fare to €3.
- Keep your receipt in case you need to file a complaint or claim a lost item.
Wheelchair-accessible taxis in Paris
Standard taxis in Paris aren’t wheelchair accessible. However, they allow you to fold and store your wheelchair for free. Two companies offer wheelchair-accessible taxis in Paris: G7 and Taxi Parisien PMR. Both companies offer foldable wheelchair ramps to stay seated in your chair for the journey.
Safety and complaints for taxis in Paris
Taking an official and legal taxi in Paris is usually very safe. However, there have been complaints of taxi drivers taking longer routes to charge more and even being rude. It’s also very common for drivers not to speak English, so communication issues can cause further problems.
If this happens to you or you have an issue with safety during your journey, be sure to ask for your receipt, take down your taxi’s license plate and driver’s ID number, and note the date of your trip. You can then complain to the transport police or fill in an online form.