Most guides obsess over the journey to the parks and forget the way home. Yet the trip from Disneyland Paris to central Paris often comes at the trickiest moment, when everyone is tired, the children are flagging and the suitcases are somehow fuller than when you arrived. Around 32 km separate the resort from the heart of the city, and there are two reliable ways to cover it. This guide compares them honestly so you can pick the one that fits your tribe.
The RER A back into town
The RER A leaves from Marne-la-Vallee Chessy, a short walk from the park gates, and runs straight into the city. It calls at central stations including Nation, Gare de Lyon and Chatelet-Les Halles, from which the whole metro network opens up. For a couple travelling light, it is quick, cheap and entirely painless.
The friction shows up at the end of a long day: full carriages, escalators, and the long underground walks at Chatelet if you need to change lines. With several bags and weary little ones, that final stretch can feel longer than the ride itself.
A private taxi: collected at the door
A pre-booked transfer flips the experience. Your driver meets you at your Disney hotel or the park entrance at the agreed time, loads the cases and drives you directly to your central Paris address. No platforms, no changes, no carrying anything up a flight of stairs. For families, groups or anyone with an early onward train or flight the next day, that certainty is worth a great deal.
- Door-to-door from any Disney hotel
- Fixed fare, no meter and no surprises
- Free child seats fitted on request
Timing your return
If you can, travel either before the late-afternoon crush or after the evening show. A morning departure beats the after-park rush, while a booked evening transfer lets you stay for the fireworks and still travel in comfort rather than scrambling for the last train. Either way, a fixed appointment removes the guesswork.
Which should you choose?
Light and solo, the RER A wins on cost. Travelling as a family, juggling cases, or chasing an onward connection, the private taxi pays for itself in saved stress. The €90 fixed fare for a Paris city address covers the whole car, so larger parties split it neatly between them.
Book your return to the city
Door-to-door from your Disney hotel, fixed prices and free waiting time. Reserve before you leave.
Useful reading: getting to Disneyland Paris from Paris and the RER versus taxi comparison.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Disneyland Paris to central Paris?
By private taxi the journey covers around 32 km and takes roughly 45 minutes via the A4, depending on traffic. The RER A takes a similar time once you add walking and waiting.
Which central Paris stations does the RER A reach?
The RER A runs directly from Marne-la-Vallee Chessy to central stops such as Nation, Gare de Lyon and Chatelet-Les Halles, where you can connect to the metro for the rest of the city.
Can a taxi collect me from my Disney hotel?
Yes. We offer door-to-door pickup from any Disney hotel or park entrance and drop you at your central Paris address, so there is no need to drag luggage to the station.
How much is a taxi from Disneyland Paris to the city?
A private transfer to a Paris city address starts from €90 as a fixed fare, with no meter and no surge pricing. A saloon seats up to 3 and a minivan up to 7-8.
Is it better to travel back in the evening or morning?
Both work. Mornings avoid the after-park rush, while a pre-booked evening transfer means you can stay for the fireworks and still travel in comfort without chasing a late train.
