You have just landed at Charles de Gaulle after a long flight. You are tired, the baby is overdue for a nap, and you are surrounded by suitcases, a pushchair, and a changing bag. The last thing you need is to figure out how to haul all of that onto a busy commuter train. Travelling from CDG to Disneyland Paris with a baby or toddler is genuinely different from any other airport transfer, and it requires a bit of extra planning to make sure the journey does not derail the holiday before it has even started.
This guide covers everything: the best transport option for families with young children, which car seats are available, what to pack for the journey, and why the RER train — while popular with budget travellers — is simply not designed for families with babies or toddlers.
The Best Transport Option from CDG to Disneyland Paris with a Baby
There are four main ways to get from CDG Airport to Disneyland Paris: the RER B + RER A train combination, a metered taxi, an Uber/Bolt rideshare, or a pre-booked private transfer. For families travelling with babies or toddlers, only one of these options makes real sense: a pre-booked private taxi.
Why Private Taxi Wins for Families with Young Children
- ✓Car seat already installed: Your driver arrives with the correct seat fitted and ready — no faffing at the kerb with an unfamiliar seat while the baby cries
- ✓No train changes: The RER requires at least one platform change at Châtelet, a busy underground station with stairs and long corridors. With a taxi it is straight from arrivals to the Disney hotel, door to door
- ✓Luggage handled: Your driver loads and unloads all bags. You keep both hands free for the children
- ✓35–45 minutes direct: The RER takes 60–90 minutes with connections. A shorter journey means a happier, calmer baby by the time you arrive
- ✓Fixed price €70: No surge pricing, no toll surprises. You know exactly what you are paying before you get in
Metered taxis from the CDG taxi rank are an option, but you face a 30–60 minute queue and cannot guarantee a child seat will be available. Uber and Bolt rarely have verified child seats despite the app indicating otherwise. Pre-booking with Disney Taxi Paris removes all of that uncertainty.
Car Seats — What Disney Taxi Paris Provides Free
French law requires all children under 10 years old to travel in an approved child restraint. Disney Taxi Paris provides the right seat for your child's age and weight at no extra cost. There is no need to bring your own seat from home or pay a supplement.
Infant Seat
Ages 0–12 months
Rear-facing infant carrier suitable for newborns up to approximately 13kg. Keeps your baby in the safest possible position for the journey.
Convertible Seat
Ages 1–4 years
Forward or rear-facing seat for toddlers up to approximately 18kg. Suitable for children who have outgrown the infant carrier.
Booster Seat
Ages 4–10 years
High-back booster with harness for older children up to approximately 36kg. Fully compliant with French road safety regulations.
How to Request Your Child Seat
Simply mention your child's age (or ages) when you complete your booking. There is a notes field on the booking form — write something like "1 infant aged 8 months" or "2 children aged 2 and 5". Your driver will have the correct seats installed and ready when they meet you at the arrivals hall. You do not need to call or confirm separately.
CDG to Disneyland Paris Journey Time — What to Expect with a Baby
The drive from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Disneyland Paris (Marne-la-Vallée) takes approximately 35–45 minutes by private taxi under normal traffic conditions. The route uses the A104 and A4 motorways for most of the journey, which means a smooth, motorway drive rather than stop-start city traffic.
Keeping Baby Comfortable During the Journey
- →Time your feed beforehand: If possible, feed your baby just before you get into the car. A full, satisfied baby is far more likely to sleep for the 40-minute journey
- →Bring a familiar comfort item: A dummy, a favourite small toy, or a muslin cloth with a familiar smell can help settle a baby who is unsettled after the flight
- →Ask the driver to keep music low: Our drivers understand that travelling with babies requires a calm, quiet environment. Do not hesitate to ask
- →Keep the temperature mild: All vehicles have air conditioning. In summer, ask the driver to keep the car cool but not cold for the baby
- →Do not panic about nappy changes: At 35–45 minutes, the journey is short enough that you should not need to stop. But if you do, your driver is happy to pull over at a services area
What to Pack for Your CDG to Disneyland Transfer with a Toddler
Your main luggage will go in the boot, but you will want a separate smaller bag within easy reach for the journey. Here is what to keep accessible during the transfer:
For Babies (0–12 months)
- ✓2–3 nappies (more than you think you need)
- ✓Baby wipes and small changing mat
- ✓Pre-made formula or expressed milk in an insulated bag
- ✓Dummy / pacifier (plus a spare)
- ✓Familiar blanket or muslin
- ✓Change of clothes (in case of spit-up)
For Toddlers (1–4 years)
- ✓Favourite small toy or comfort item
- ✓Tablet or phone with downloaded episodes or cartoons
- ✓Headphones (children's volume limited)
- ✓Snacks (cereal bars, fruit pouches, rice cakes)
- ✓Spill-proof water bottle
- ✓Nappies and wipes (if still in nappies)
Pro tip: Pack your transfer bag the night before your flight, not at the airport. Trying to find the dummy or the rice cakes at the bottom of a full suitcase while your toddler has a meltdown in the arrivals hall is not a pleasant experience. Keep everything you need for the transfer in one small accessible bag that stays with you in the cabin.
Why the RER Train is NOT Recommended with a Baby
The RER train is a perfectly fine option for solo travellers and adults travelling light. But for families with babies or toddlers, it presents a series of practical problems that are not obvious until you are already on the platform.
Stairs — everywhere
The transfer at Châtelet–Les Halles involves multiple staircases and long underground corridors. There are lifts, but they are unreliable, often out of order, and always crowded during peak hours. Carrying a baby in one arm and a pushchair in the other while dragging luggage up three flights of stairs is exhausting and dangerous.
No car seat — and no legal alternative
Babies must travel in an approved child restraint in any motor vehicle by French law, but there is no such requirement on trains. However, a moving train carriage with a baby on your lap and luggage to manage is genuinely hazardous, and there is no way to secure a pushchair safely.
Crowded carriages
The RER B from CDG passes through central Paris before joining the RER A towards Disneyland. During morning and evening rush hours, these trains are extremely crowded with commuters. Getting on and off with a pushchair and luggage requires other passengers to move, which is not always forthcoming.
60–90 minute journey with young children
After a long-haul or even a medium-length flight, keeping a toddler calm and safe on a busy commuter train for 90 minutes is exhausting for everyone. The taxi journey is 35–45 minutes, more than halving the time on the move.
No luggage assistance
On the RER, every bag is your problem. With a private transfer, your driver loads everything into the boot, allowing you to focus entirely on the children.
Real Parent Experience:
"We tried the RER with our 18-month-old thinking it would be fine. At Châtelet the lift was broken, we had to carry the pushchair up three flights of stairs. My husband carried the pushchair, I carried the baby, and we somehow had to drag two suitcases too. We were drenched in sweat before we even got on the second train. On the way back we booked Disney Taxi Paris and it was a completely different experience — I wish we had done it both ways."
— Sarah T., TripAdvisor, March 2025
Booking Your CDG to Disneyland Paris Baby-Friendly Transfer
Booking a baby-friendly transfer from CDG to Disneyland Paris with Disney Taxi Paris takes less than five minutes. Here is how it works:
Fill in the booking form
Enter your flight number, arrival date and time, number of passengers, and your Disney hotel or address. The form takes around 3 minutes.
Add your child seat request
In the notes or special requests field, mention each child's age. For example: "baby girl aged 4 months, toddler boy aged 3 years". We will match the correct seats automatically.
Receive instant confirmation
You will receive a confirmation email with your booking details, driver information, and contact number. Your driver will also monitor your flight in real time, so if you are delayed there is no extra charge and no need to call.
Your driver meets you at arrivals
Your driver will be waiting at the arrivals hall with a name board. Child seats are already installed. Your driver helps with luggage and you are on your way to Disneyland within minutes of clearing customs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a baby seat in a taxi from CDG to Disneyland Paris?
Yes. Disney Taxi Paris provides free infant seats (0–12 months), convertible seats (1–4 years), and booster seats (4–10 years) at no extra charge. Simply mention your child's age when booking and your seat will be installed and ready when your driver meets you at arrivals.
How long is the journey from CDG to Disneyland Paris with a baby?
The drive from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Disneyland Paris takes approximately 35–45 minutes by private taxi. This is significantly shorter than the RER train, which takes 60–90 minutes with connections.
Is the RER train safe for travelling with a baby?
The RER is not recommended for families with babies or toddlers. There are multiple stairways with unreliable lifts at Châtelet station, no option to use a car seat, crowded carriages, and you must manage luggage while keeping hold of your child. A private taxi is far safer and more practical.
What is the cost of a baby-friendly taxi from CDG to Disneyland Paris?
Disney Taxi Paris charges a fixed price of €70 from CDG Airport to Disneyland Paris for up to 3 passengers. Child seats are included free of charge. There are no hidden fees, no toll surcharges, and no surge pricing.
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