Posted on
September 9, 2026
The day at the park has now ended; one of the children is asleep in the stroller, another is carrying an item which seems to be unable to be put in a suitcase, and you still have to get to an airport or to a Paris station. When transferring from Disneyland Paris with children, it's much easier to plan once you factor in your luggage and departure time, rather than choosing the shortest route on a map.
The guide includes information about Charles de Gaulle, Orly and Beauvais airports, central Paris, and six of the main Paris railway stations. Since the Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy station is next to the Disney Parks, taking the rail service is a reasonable option for many families. If you have an early flight, several small children, or a lot of bags, booking a car for your group may be worth the extra cost.
| Transfer Option | Is Direct | Fare (€, €€, €€€) | Luggage Handling | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked private transfer | Yes | €€€ | Driver loads bags | 5/5 |
| TGV to CDG Terminal 2 | Yes | €€ | Carry bags onto train | 4/5 |
| Magical Shuttle | Yes | €€ | Bags are taken into the coach hold | 3.5 out of 5 |
| For RER A and RER B | There is no change at Châtelet–Les Halles | in euros | You can manage your bags when using the interchange | 2.5 out of 5 |
The car gets the highest rating for a flight departure, while the TGV is good as long as its departure time matches your schedule.
If you are travelling with young children and have checked luggage, you should arrange a private transfer from your hotel to the right CDG terminal. Inform the operator of the number of adults and children travelling, the children's ages, the number of suitcases and strollers, and the type of child seats you need. One possibility is to get a quote from AKI Paris Transfer; you must confirm the vehicle and the seats before booking.
If you're going straight from the parks, the direct TGV is a good alternative since Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy is next to the resort and the train gets to CDG Terminal 2 quickly. The drawback is the whole journey with that short train trip: collecting your bags, getting to the platform, boarding with a folded stroller, and then travelling from the airport station to your check-in area. If you're flying from another terminal, allow time for the airport transfer as well.
The RER journey through central Paris could be cheaper than a TGV if you book close to your departure time. Take the RER A from Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy towards Paris, then change to the RER B at Châtelet–Les Halles and follow the signs to your CDG terminal. Check the current airport ticket before travelling, since a standard regional rail ticket does not always cover the trip to the airport.
I recommend this option for older children who can handle their own bags. The change at Châtelet–Les Halles may involve a long walk through a busy interchange, and if the lift is out, then your neatly packed stroller will become an issue. If your flight has only a small margin, the savings won't be convincing. Check the current rail and lift information on the morning of your departure.
| Transfer Option | Is Direct | Fare (€, €€, €€€) | Luggage Handling | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked private transfer | Yes | €€€ | Driver loads bags | 5/5 |
| Magical Shuttle | Yes | €€ | Coach hold accepts bags | 3.5 out of 5 |
| RER A and metro line 14 | No – change at Gare de Lyon | €€ | Carry bags through interchange | 3/5 |
The ratings make it easier to get children and luggage to the terminal with only a few changes.
For a family using a stroller, I recommend booking a car in advance, especially when travelling in the morning. Arrange pickup at your Disney hotel or another specific location, and specify the Orly terminal. Include a request for a car seat as part of the booking, not at the curb when everyone is tired.
If the pick-up and drop-off times match your hotel and flight, the Magical Shuttle is a sensible alternative. It operates at Orly and several Disney and partner hotels, though you will have to stick to the coach timetable and bring your hand luggage on board. If you are staying at a location that is not one of its stops, add the journey to its departure point before checking the cost. Make sure you check the operator's current timetable and stop list for the day of your travel.
For a great many families, travelling by rail is the more economical and sensible choice; to get from Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy to Gare de Lyon on the RER A and then switch to metro line 14 to go to Orly Airport, there's no requirement to take a train all the way across Paris and back, although a station change is necessary for each bag and each child you are bringing.
To take the train from Orly Airport, you need the right airport ticket. Before joining the network, work out the correct fare for each traveller and check with Île-de-France Mobilités whether children qualify. This option works well if the children can walk and you have packed lightly; if you have a sleeping toddler, a folded stroller, and a few cases, I would also consider the direct coach, as it may be the better deal for families.
| Transfer Option | Is Direct | Fare (€, €€, €€€) | Luggage Handling | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked private transfer | Yes | €€€ | Driver loads bags | 5/5 |
| Aérobus A05 coach | Yes | €€ | Bags go in coach hold | 4/5 |
| RER A and airport coach via Paris | No – change in Paris | €€ | Move bags between train and coach | 2/5 |
The A05 direct is a pleasant choice for those on a budget since a car gives you greater control when you arrive at the airport early.
Since Beauvais is far from the Disney resort, I would arrange this trip before the last day at the parks. A pre-booked vehicle will take your family from the hotel to the airport entrance, with room and child seats arranged in advance. Allow enough time for the journey and check-in, especially if you are leaving early.
There is also a direct Aérobus A05 link between the coach station at Chessy/Marne-la-Vallée and Beauvais Airport. This greatly affects the calculation, since families who find it easy to get to the stop might prefer the coach rather than a private car. You should check the coach's departure time against your flight, not just its stated journey time. A coach that arrives too close to the check-in closing time is not a good deal.
Begin by looking at the price of the A05 fare for each person in your group. The coach has no changes in Paris, and you can store luggage in the hold. You'll need to get everyone from the hotel to the Chassy coach stop, then carry a small bag with your essentials, snacks, and any medicine.
Sometimes you can travel through Paris by taking the RER A and then another airport coach, but the extra transfer is not easy to advise when you have small children. If you add up the cost of the separate tickets and the trouble of moving the luggage, it might not result in any real savings. In those cases, I would prefer the direct coach if its timetable suits and opt for a car if it doesn't. Make sure the A05 stop is included, and confirm your schedule before buying a flight that depends on it.
| Transfer Option | Is Direct | Fare (€, €€, €€€) | Luggage Handling | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RER A to a central stop | Yes | € | Carry bags on train | 4.5/5 |
| Pre-booked private transfer | Yes | €€€ | Driver loads bags | 4/5 |
| Taxi | Yes | €€€ | Driver may help load bags | 3.5/5 |
RER A receives a rating for a family who were travelling near one of its stations; a car becomes more useful when the hotel is further away.
If you are going on a day trip with young children and have only a small amount of luggage, I would take the RER A line, boarding at Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy and then getting off at a central station close to your destination, for example Gare de Lyon, Châtelet–Les Halles, or Auber. The Disney end is particularly convenient since the station is located next to the resort rather than a distance away.
If you're staying at a hotel with more than one room, the best solution may differ. Since "Paris city centre" refers to a large area, walking from a station can be difficult when crossing pavements and crossings. It's worth booking a car if it eliminates the need for a second metro journey or a long walk. When giving the driver the address, provide the hotel's address rather than just "central Paris" and ask for child seats and enough luggage space in advance.
For most families, RER A is the best value option. When you're returning to Disney, make sure that your destination is on the Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy line; if you're travelling in the direction of Paris, then plan where you'll get off before getting on the train so that you won't have to decide which station to exit at with a tired child in your arms.
The cheapest door-to-door option may still require a short walk from the RER. This is no problem if you have a compact stroller and children who can look after their own backpacks. If you have a lot of luggage, however, check whether a luggage lift is available at the exit you choose, then check the walk on a map. I would not pay for a private car just so as to get to a hotel that is only a few easy minutes' walk from a direct RER A station.
| Transfer Option | Is Direct | Fare (€, €€, €€€) | Luggage Handling | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked private transfer | Yes | €€€ | Driver helps with bags | 4.5/5 |
| RER A and RER B or D | No – change at Châtelet–Les Halles | € | Carry bags through interchange | 3/5 |
| Taxi | Yes | €€€ | Load bags at pickup. | 3.5/5 |
The station connection is affordable, whereas driving would mean doing the work before a train departs on schedule.
If the train has check-in or departure deadlines, I would book a private car to go directly to Gare du Nord and allow time for traffic. Request the appropriate vehicle size and child seats. When you get to the station, keep the tickets and passports where at least one adult can reach them; it's a common mishap for them to end up under the stroller just as the children need to use the toilet.
Rail travel is entirely feasible if you are prepared to take the time. You should take the RER A as far as Châtelet–Les Halles and then change to a northbound RER B or D train which serves Gare du Nord. Because this is an interchange, the journey may take longer than a simple line change suggests on a map. Remember to check the onward operator's check-in instructions separately from the time it takes to get to the station.
Take the RER A, and at Châtelet–Les Halles transfer to the train to Gare du Nord. Pack your belongings so one adult can watch the stroller while the other keeps the children and bags together. Make sure you know which train to take before you leave Disney, since Gare du Nord has different rail services and arriving at the station building doesn't mean you have reached the correct departure area.
I recommend this option for school-age children and families who won't have many suitcases; it loses its appeal with several suitcases, a baby who has to sleep on board, or a tight connection. Before departing, check the live service and lift status, then leave enough time to cross Gare du Nord after getting off the RER.
| Transfer Option | Is Direct | Fare (€, €€, €€€) | Luggage Handling | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RER A | Yes | € | Carry bags on train | 5/5 |
| Pre-booked private transfer | Yes | €€€ | Driver loads bags | 4/5 |
| Taxi | Yes | €€€ | Put bags in at pickup | 3.5/5 |
This is the easiest station transfer in Paris by public transport because of the direct RER service.
Take the RER A from Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy to Gare de Lyon; it is one of the few routes where I wouldn't recommend taking a car with a family, since there is no need to change trains and the resort station is near the parks. When you are at Chessy, check the departure board, keep the stroller close to the other passengers, and collect the small bags before the stop at Gare de Lyon.
Gare de Lyon is a big station, and since the part of the station where your train departs might take longer to reach than you expect, leave a gap between your RER arrival and departure. Even with several children under the age of five and more suitcases than adults, a pre-booked car can still be worthwhile. For a typical family load, the direct train is difficult to beat.
The direct RER A line is also the most affordable realistic choice: buy the right kind of regional ticket, take a train bound for Paris from Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy and get off at Gare de Lyon, and there's no necessity of changing in central Paris if you just want to get to the station.
Instead, put the train snacks and tickets in a bag that is easy to access rather than in the one you'll hide. When you arrive, follow the signs to your next operator and the platform area; if you need a lift, leave extra minutes. I would only consider taking a car if your particular family finds the route from station to station difficult because of luggage, mobility problems or a very early departure.
| Transfer Option | Is Direct | Fare (€, €€, €€€) | Luggage Handling | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked private transfer | Yes | €€€ | Driver carries bags | 4.5/5 |
| RER A and metro | No – change in Paris | € | Manage bags on metro | 3/5 |
| Take the RER A and then go on foot or take a short taxi from central Paris | No – the last street transfer | €€ | Involves a final transfer with luggage | 2.5 out of 5 |
A car makes it easier to get to the station, while rail transport remains appealing when the family is travelling with only light luggage.
If you're making this leg of a longer train trip and everyone has luggage, book a car and arrange for the driver to pick you up at your hotel, with Gare de l’Est as the destination. On arrival, you can focus on finding the departure board and the right platform rather than recovering from changing trains.
A public transport trip begins with the RER A from Chessy, then involves changing in Paris to the metro line that serves Gare de l’Est. When planning your connection, use the official journey planner for the specific date since the best option may vary depending on any works or accessibility issues. Although Gare de l’Est and Gare du Nord are close, they are separate stations. Make sure to check the name on each ticket.
Take the RER A to Paris, then finish your journey by metro using the route shown in the current Île-de-France Mobilités planner. This is the most practical and cost-effective option for a family with one stroller and bags for each adult. Keep one hand free for the ticket barriers and for your child's hand.
It may look like a good idea to walk from a nearby rail station on a map, but a family with suitcases may find the last streets take longer than catching another train. Make sure to check the station exit, the lift status and the position of your departure platform. If your train departs very early, it is better to check the first available service rather than assume the normal daytime route will be running.
| Transfer Option | Is Direct | Fare (€, €€, €€€) | Luggage Handling | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked private transfer | Yes | €€€ | Driver loads bags | 5/5 |
| RER A and metro | No – change in Paris | € | Carry bags between services | 3/5 |
| Taxi | Yes | €€€ | Load bags at pickup | 4/5 |
Since Montparnasse is farther across Paris, a direct vehicle is advantageous if the family has luggage.
If I am taking a train from Montparnasse, I should prefer to use a direct car, especially when travelling with small children; you can load all your belongings at the Disney hotel and then unload them at the station. Allow time for traffic, and find out which part of Montparnasse your train serves, since arriving at the station forecourt doesn't mean you're next to the platform.
The rail route starts with the RER A from Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy and then continues by metro through Paris. It's suitable for older children, but the final section may feel long if someone has dozed off and the stroller is folded. Check the latest route and station lift information before you decide. The quickest route in theory isn't always the easiest to carry luggage.
The cheapest option is to take the RER A and use the metro service as well. Use the official planner to choose the best transfer point for your departure time, then follow the signs to Montparnasse–Bienvenüe and the railway station. Make sure you allow the family sufficient time to travel through the metro corridors and to walk to the train platforms.
With older children who can carry a small bag and cope with changing trains, I would make the journey. For toddlers, you'll need several large cases or a quick onward connection, and you should get a car fare quote before deciding, since the cost difference spread among a larger family might be easier to accept than the extra effort involved. Remember to bring water for this trip; a transfer across Paris almost never seems to shorten the journey when you're leaving a park.
| Transfer Option | Is Direct | Fare (€, €, €€€) | Luggage Handling | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked private transfer | Yes | €€€ | Driver loads bags | 4.5/5 |
| RER A and metro or local connection | No – change in Paris | € | Carry bags between services | 3/5 |
| Taxi | Yes | €€€ | Load bags at pickup | 4/5 |
The train lowers the costs, but a car eliminates the last link with Austerlitz.
When you have a connecting train and a lot of family luggage, I would prefer to take a car. Confirm with the driver that you are going to Gare d’Austerlitz, and allow enough time for traffic and the walk through the station. Although the station is close to Gare de Lyon on a map, the word 'close' isn't very useful when you have a child who has stopped walking.
You can take the RER A from Chessy and continue to Austerlitz. It's better to check the official timetable for the day rather than rely on a fixed set of instructions when there are rail works. There is a real cost saving if the family is travelling with only light luggage. However, if the stroller is full of coats and snacks and you also have cases, treat the change as part of the journey.
Go on to Paris using the RER A and then take the recommended metro or local train to Gare d’Austerlitz. Before leaving your hotel, make sure you check the destination of each service, the suggested station exit and any lift outages. A small backpack with only the essentials makes it easier to change trains than opening your suitcase on the platform each time.
A reasonable option for a family which is able to bring their own luggage without obstructing the doorway is to give the children a simple task, for example, keeping an eye on your stop, while an adult takes care of the journey. If you need to be at Austerlitz for a specific departure, add enough station buffer; in fact, the cheapest route will only work if you can catch the train.
| Transfer Option | Is Direct | Fare (€, €€, €€€) | Luggage Handling | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RER A to Auber, then walk | No – final walk | € | Carry bags through station and street | 4/5 |
| Pre-booked private transfer | Yes | €€€ | Driver loads bags | 4/5 |
| Taxi | Yes | €€€ | Load bags at pickup. | 3.5/5 |
Auber makes the rail attractive, provided the family can handle the last walk.
If you are travelling with light luggage, take the RER A from Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy to Auber, then walk to Saint-Lazare; this option saves you from changing trains, although you will need to be careful about the exits at Auber and the last few streets. Before you leave, check which exit matches both the station entrance and your destination platform.
If there are several cases, then I'll take a private car. The advantage is most obvious when a child is asleep or when the weather makes the final walk uncomfortable. Since Saint-Lazare has a crowded concourse and many departures, you need to arrive with enough time to check the display rather than simply leaving from the curb. Before accepting the vehicle, inform the transfer company of the number of passengers and bags.
The most straightforward and inexpensive option is the RER A from Chessy to Auber, then walk. The train journey is direct from Chessy, and you'll need to cover the rest on foot. If the weather is bad, put on the children's coats before you leave the station and make sure the stroller is ready for use on the pavement.
I prefer this route when you're travelling with families with older children or when you have one compact suitcase per adult; however, it's less appealing if the lift you need is out of service or if you have to carry several cases through the Auber corridors. Check the accessible route and allow extra walking time, since an extra metro journey for such a short final section may take longer than it saves.
Certainly. The station is next to the Disney Parks and serves as the main departure point for the RER A line and trains to the resort. Since your walk from a hotel could take longer, it's worth checking whether your hotel provides a shuttle to the station and how that shuttle will handle a folded stroller and luggage.
Yes, provide the operator with each child's age and ask for the appropriate seat or booster when you book. Before you travel, confirm the number of passengers and bags, as well as the seat type. Do not assume that a vehicle booked through an app will arrive with the seat that your child requires.
It can be. The TGV reaches CDG Terminal 2 quickly and avoids road traffic. A car is more convenient if you’re starting at a hotel with lots of bags or need another airport terminal. Compare the complete hotel-to-check-in journey, including waiting and transfers, rather than the train time alone.
The airport lists the Aérobus A05 between Beauvais Airport and the Chessy/Marne-la-Vallée coach station. Check the current timetable, boarding location and arrival time against your flight before committing to it. Leave enough time for the journey from your hotel to the coach stop and for airport check-in.
Check the ticket rules before you travel. Île-de-France Mobilités uses a specific Paris Region Airports ticket for eligible rail journeys to Orly and CDG. Check children’s fares and the right ticket for each route in its app or on its website when you buy.
Save your tickets, flight or train details, and pickup instructions where you can open them without searching through luggage. Check the exact terminal or station, current rail service and lift status, and the time needed to get from the vehicle or platform to check-in. If you’ve booked a car, confirm child seats, stroller space and the pickup point.
Then pack one small bag with water, a snack, wipes and whatever your child will need before the big suitcases reappear. It’s a modest bit of planning, but it makes the journey home feel much shorter.
