Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) → Versailles transfer
The drive from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Versailles is 47 km and typically takes 50–63 minutes, with prices usually around €85–110 for a standard car (1–3 passengers) and €110–145 for a minivan (up to about seven). The exact price is shown before booking.
- From
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- To
- Versailles
- Distance
- 47 km
- Typical drive
- 50–63 min
Versailles sits on the opposite side of the Paris region from CDG, so a direct car saves you changing trains across the city with luggage.
Crossing the Paris region from north-east to south-west
There is no single motorway between the two. Drivers usually take the A1 or A3 out of the airport area and then the A86, the second ring road around Paris, westwards; when traffic allows, the western section of the périphérique and the A13 can be quicker.
The choice is made on the day according to traffic. Weekday rush hours on the A86 are the main reason a trip can reach the upper end of the range, while weekend and midday arrivals are often closer to 50 minutes.
Staying in Versailles
Versailles is a calm, elegant town built around the palace, with wide avenues, a large covered market at Notre-Dame and quiet residential streets. Hotels range from smart addresses near the palace gates to small guesthouses in the old quarters of Notre-Dame and Saint-Louis.
Many visitors stay here to reach the palace early, before the day-trip crowds arrive from Paris. Others use the town as a quieter base and travel into Paris by train.
Practical tips for this route
- Palace opening days
- The palace is closed on Mondays. If you plan to visit on the day you land, check the opening hours first and drop your bags at the hotel before going in.
- Weddings and events
- Versailles hosts many receptions. For groups heading to an event, a minivan or larger vehicle keeps everyone and the garment bags together.
- Exact address
- Some guesthouses are on quiet side streets. Send the full street address so the driver goes directly to the door.
Frequently asked questions
Is Orly closer to Versailles than CDG?
Orly is closer to Versailles, but many international flights use CDG. From CDG the private transfer takes 50–63 minutes for 47 km.
Does the transfer pass through central Paris?
Usually not. Drivers normally use the A86 ring road around the city, though in light traffic part of the western périphérique may be used.
Can we go straight to the palace instead of our hotel?
Yes, give the palace as your drop-off point when booking. Remember that the palace is closed on Mondays and that large suitcases are not convenient for a visit.
Is a car comfortable for three adults on this route?
Yes, a standard car is designed for up to three passengers with normal luggage. With more bags or a fourth person, choose a minivan.