The easy way to reach the Palace
Versailles sits about 20 km south-west of central Paris. By public transport it means a metro, then the RER C, then a walk. With a private minivan, your driver collects you at your hotel or apartment and drops you close to the Palace entrance.
It suits families, small groups, and anyone travelling with luggage or children. You choose the time, we handle the route, and the price you were quoted is the price you pay.
What is included
- Pickup at any Paris address, hotel or station
- Mercedes V-Class, air-conditioned, up to 8 seats
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Child seats and boosters on request
- Flight and schedule monitoring for airport pickups
- Free changes to timing if your plans move, where possible
Choose your Versailles trip
One-way to Versailles
Pickup in Paris, drop-off at the Palace or your Versailles hotel. Ideal if you plan your own return.
Return with waiting time
Your driver stays nearby while you tour the Palace and gardens, then drives you back to Paris.
Airport to Versailles
From CDG, Orly or Beauvais straight to Versailles, with meet and greet and no stop in Paris.
Versailles and onward
Continue to Giverny, Disneyland Paris or back to the airport in the same booking.
Private minivan, RER C or taxi?
| Private minivan | RER C train | Standard taxi | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door to door | Yes | No, walk and transfers | Yes |
| Group of 5 to 8 | One vehicle | Tickets for everyone | Often two cars |
| Luggage | Space for all bags | Limited on busy trains | Limited |
| Price certainty | Fixed at booking | Fixed ticket | Metered |
| Waiting during visit | Available | Not applicable | Rarely |
The RER C remains a sensible choice for solo travellers on a budget. For groups, families and luggage, one private vehicle is simpler.
How booking works
Tell us the trip
Pickup address, date, time, number of passengers and whether you need a return.Receive your fixed price
Confirmed at booking, with no meter and no hidden extras.Meet your driver
Your driver arrives on time, helps with luggage and takes the best route to Versailles.
Planning your day
Arrive near opening time to meet shorter queues at the Palace, and book timed entry on the official Château de Versailles site. The Palace is normally closed on Mondays, and fountain show days change through the season, so check the official calendar first.
Allow three to five hours for the Palace and gardens, longer if you want the Trianon estate and Marie-Antoinette's Hamlet. Tell us your plan and we will suggest a pickup time.
Typical pickup areas
- Eiffel Tower and 7th arrondissement
- Champs-Élysées and Opéra
- Le Marais and Latin Quarter
- Montmartre and Gare du Nord
- Paris train stations and cruise piers
Questions travellers ask
How long does the transfer take?
Usually 35 to 55 minutes for about 20 km, depending on your starting point in Paris and traffic.
Is the price fixed?
Yes. You receive a fixed price when you book, with no meter and no surprises on the day.
How many passengers fit?
Our Mercedes V-Class carries up to 8 passengers with luggage. Child seats are available on request.
Can the driver wait while we visit the Palace?
Yes. Choose a return trip with waiting time and the driver stays nearby, then takes you back to Paris.
Is a private transfer better than the RER C?
The RER C suits one or two people on a budget. A private minivan is door-to-door, easier with luggage and groups, and avoids train changes and walking.
Can you collect us from the airport and go straight to Versailles?
Yes. We serve CDG, Orly and Beauvais with flight tracking and meet and greet.
Is the Palace open every day?
It is normally closed on Mondays. Check the official Château de Versailles website for current hours and fountain show dates before you book.
How do I book?
Use the booking page on cdgpariscab.com, call, or message us on WhatsApp. Booking is open 24/7.
Ready for Versailles?
Send us your date and pickup address and receive your fixed price for the Paris to Versailles transfer.
Book your transfer