CDG airport into Paris metro

craig, if this is your first time going to Paris, here are 2 websites that can help you immensely. parisbytrain.com and tomsguidetoparis.com

There are two RER stations at CDG: CDG 1 which is next to Terminal 3 and CDG 2 TGV which is at Terminal 2. If your plane arrives at Terminal 1, take the free 24/7 CDGVAL driverless shuttle train from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3. Take the RER B from CDG to Paris. You likely will need to transfer to the metro to get to the station closest to your hotel. The hotel's Web site probably lists the closest station. Or give us the name and address of the station and someone will suggest how to get there. Buy your tickets at the airport. The current fare is €9.25. A taxi will cost around €50 (more if traffic is heavy). For detailed instructions, including photos, on how to get from CDG to Paris, see the Paris by Train site. For a zoomable map of the metro and RER system, go here: http://tinyurl.com/6xmvms4.

If you have more then just one bag each,, take a taxi,, really. Its going to range 45-55 euros,, as opposed to 19 euros for the two of you, but the stress level will be much lower.. and if you can't easily handle your luggage you will be sorry, there can be long passaways and stairs in metro stations( and you have to switch to metro from RER to continue your journey, can use same ticket) . There are esalators in many metro stations, but I have personally seen them out of order more then once, so if you cant haul your bags without looking like prime pick pocket bait, then take taxi. i take rer,, but I travel with one 21 inch bag.

Brilliant! Thank you all!

I took the train Tim suggested from the airport into Paris. It was about 25-35 minutes and then a transfer to the Paris metro. It was very convenient, cheap, and easy to navigate but I was only carrying one bag and a small backpack. There are a lot of stairs involved with the Metro so if you have more than one bag or your luggage is too heavy to carry up a flight, you may struggle.

Hi Craig, I've used the AirFrance bus with good results, as well as the RER to Lux. Garden/Latin Quarter area. Ask your hotel for the best method or if they suggest a shuttle, which one. They will know, and sometimes with jetlag the cheapest fare is not necessarily the best for a happy start to your vacation.

craig, I normally use the RER-B for travel from the CDG into Paris, and even with luggage it's very easy. Unless you're hauling a couple of Steamer Trunks, you shouldn't have any problems. One important note to mention regarding the RER. There are often long queues at the ticket offices, however it's also possible to purchase tickets at the automated Kiosks. However, these will ONLY accept "Chip & PIN" credit cards or Euro coins. I thought it would be a good idea to mention that so you're not surprised when you try to purchase tickets. Yes, you will likely have to transfer from RER to Metro to reach your Hotel. In many cases, Gare du Nord is the logical place to transfer to Metro, but that varies depending on the ultimate destination. The ticket you purchase at the airport will also be valid for your Metro ride as long as you don't exit the system. If you could provide further information on where your Hotel is located, I'm sure the group here could provide more details on the easiest route via Metro. Bon Voyage!

Very helpful! Much appreciated.

Craig - A comment on what Ken mentioned about having a chip card or euro coins. There is a change machine near the RER ticket kiosk, that will change 10 & 20 euro notes.