Beauvais to Paris Shuttle: The Complete 2026 Guide
Beauvais-Tillé is 75 km north of Paris — much further than CDG or Orly, and far less well connected. It's the airport of choice for Ryanair, Wizz Air and the cheapest fares to Paris, but it's also the one that leaves the most travellers puzzled at arrivals: how do you actually get into Paris, how long does it take, and what does it cost? Here are the 4 real options, with real prices and real pitfalls.
The 4 ways to reach Paris from Beauvais
| Option | Price | Duration | Drop-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aérobus shuttle | ~€17 | ~1h15 + connection | Porte Maillot only |
| Train + bus | ~€20-30 | 2h30+, unpredictable | Station, then metro |
| Standard taxi | €150-200 (metered) | ~1h15 | Your address |
| Private transfer with driver | €120 fixed price | ~1h15 direct | Your address |
The pitfall of the Aérobus shuttle
The official shuttle is the cheapest option, but it has two limits that catch many travellers off guard on the ground. First, it only drops off at Porte Maillot, west of Paris — if your hotel is elsewhere, you'll need to continue by metro or RER, luggage in hand. Second, the last departures are scheduled around timetabled flight times, not actual delays: a low-cost flight landing 45 minutes late at night can simply miss the last shuttle, leaving the traveller scrambling for a solution at 11pm in a closing airport.
Why Beauvais train station isn't really an option
Beauvais train station is itself about 20 minutes from the airport — and there's no dedicated shuttle on a guaranteed schedule for that leg, only infrequent local buses or a taxi. Once you add this uncertain connection, the wait for the train, and the final metro leg on arrival in Paris, total travel time often exceeds 2h30 and is hard to predict in advance. With travel luggage, this only makes sense for a very light, very flexible traveller.
When a private transfer is the better calculation
Travelling solo on a tight budget, the Aérobus remains defensible. But as soon as you're 2 to 4 people, the maths change: the €120 fixed price splits between you and often matches several stacked shuttle tickets — without the transport change, without the risk of missing the last shuttle, and with a direct drop-off at your exact address. It's also the only option that absorbs a late-arriving flight at no extra cost, which is common on the low-cost carriers serving Beauvais.
Frequently asked questions
What's the best way to get from Beauvais to Paris?
It depends on your situation. Travelling alone on a tight budget, the Aérobus shuttle (€17) works fine. With 2-4 people, luggage, a late flight, or a hotel away from Porte Maillot, a private transfer (€120 fixed price, door-to-door) often costs about the same per person and saves one to two hours.
How much does the Aérobus shuttle from Beauvais to Paris cost?
Around €17 one way, dropping off only at Porte Maillot station. From there you'll usually need an extra metro or RER journey to reach your hotel.
What if my low-cost flight lands late at night?
This is the main pitfall of the Aérobus shuttle: the last departures are scheduled around timetabled flight times, not actual delays. A private driver tracks your flight in real time and waits at no extra charge, delay or not.
Is there a direct train between Beauvais and Paris?
No. Beauvais train station is itself about 20 minutes from the airport, adding an extra connection. Not a practical option with travel luggage.
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