How to Get from Gare du Nord to Disneyland Paris in 2025
So, you’ve just stepped off the Eurostar at Paris Gare du Nord — suitcase in tow, kids asking how soon they’ll see Mickey, and your brain juggling train tickets, luggage, and the desperate need for a coffee.
I’ve made this journey a few times now, and while Gare du Nord can feel a bit like organised chaos, getting to Disneyland Paris is actually much simpler than it looks on paper.
The good news? You’ve got a few straightforward options: the cheap and cheerful RER train, a private transfer if you want zero stress, or a taxi/Uber/Bolt for flexibility.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through each one — with clear step-by-step instructions, realistic costs, and a few tips I wish I’d known the first time I navigated those underground platforms.
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⏱️ Short on Time?
Gare du Nord is about 25 miles (40 km) from Disneyland Paris, and the journey takes between 45 minutes and just over an hour depending on how you travel.
✅ Best for families: Private transfer — door to door, no faff
💸 Cheapest option: RER B + RER A (around €5–7.60 per adult)
🚖 Most flexible: Taxi, or Bolt (from €80–100, 45–75 minutes)
How To Get From Gare du Nord to Disneyland Paris
Here are all your options!
🚆 RER (Fastest and Cheapest)
⏱ Journey Time: 45–60 minutes
💰 Cost: €2.50 per adult one way
🎯 Best For: Budget-conscious travellers who don’t mind a change
The train is the easiest way to get from Gare du Nord to Disneyland Paris on a budget, and once you’ve done it once, it feels simple.
Here’s the step-by-step:
- From the Eurostar arrivals hall, follow the signs downstairs for RER B.
- Take RER B (towards La Croix de Berny).
- Get off at Châtelet–Les Halles.
- Switch to RER A eastbound (towards Marne-la-Vallée Chessy).
- Stay on until the very last stop: Marne-la-Vallée Chessy, right outside Disneyland Paris.
Trains run every few minutes from early morning until around midnight, and tickets are easy to buy. A standard point-to-point ticket costs €2.50 each way, and it covers the full journey including the change at Châtelet.
You can buy tickets at the station from machines or staffed counters, or directly on the Île-de-France Mobilités app.
🚘 Private Transfer
⏱ Journey Time: 45–60 minutes
💰 Cost: From around €80 per car (up to 4 people) – ➡️ Check availability here
🎯 Best For: Families, groups, anyone wanting door-to-door comfort
Private transfers are a popular way to get from Paris to Disneyland Paris, but many companies will not pick up directly from Gare du Nord. The easiest option is to make your way to a central location and meet your driver there.
If you want to see a little of Paris before heading to Disney, you can use the Metro to get from Gare du Nord to the Eiffel Tower in under 40 minutes. The route looks like this:
🚆 Gare du Nord → Line 5 to Oberkampf → change to Line 9 → Alma-Marceau → walk 15 minutes → Eiffel Tower
It’s a straightforward journey that lets you grab a photo or a quick croissant before your driver collects you nearby for the ride out to Disneyland Paris.
Cars are comfortable, drivers help with luggage, and you avoid the hassle of carrying suitcases across busy stations. If you are travelling with children, a private transfer can feel like the simplest option.
💡 Tip: Always check your booking confirmation for the exact meeting point so there are no surprises on the day.
🚖 Taxi or Bolt
⏱ Journey Time: 45–75 minutes depending on traffic
💰 Cost: Around €80 to €100 for a standard car
🎯 Best For: Travellers who want flexibility without changing trains
You will find taxis waiting right outside Gare du Nord, but Bolt is often the smarter choice. The app works just like Uber and shows you the fare before you confirm, so there are no surprises at the end of the ride.
Bolt is usually a little cheaper than a standard taxi, and if it is your first time using the app you can often get 20% off your first five rides.
That makes it one of the best-value options for families or groups who want door to door service.
If you prefer a traditional taxi, the G7 app is worth downloading. It is the official Paris taxi app, gives you up-front pricing, and allows card payment, which makes the process much smoother than hailing on the street.
🚌 Why the Disney Express Shuttle May Not Be Worth It
The Disney Express Shuttle runs between central Paris and Disneyland Paris and is mostly aimed at people doing a one-day trip. It can be booked directly when you arrange your Disney holiday, and the bus drops you right by the entrance.
The issue is that the ticket is only valid for a same-day return.
If you are staying near Disneyland, you will pay for journeys you will not use. In that case, the RER train or a private transfer makes far more sense.
If you are staying in Paris and want an easy round trip, it can be convenient, but for most visitors it ends up being unnecessary extra cost.
❓ FAQs: Gare du Nord to Disneyland Paris
Are there free shuttles to Disneyland Paris?
No. Free shuttles only run between Disneyland Paris and the official on site hotels, plus a handful of partner and off site hotels nearby.
How do I get from Eurostar to Disneyland Paris?
If your train arrives at Gare du Nord, you’ll follow your chosen option explained above.
Some Eurostar services connect at Lille instead of Gare du Nord, which lets you transfer onto a direct train straight to Marne-la-Vallée Chessy (Disneyland).
Why is the Eurostar not going direct to Disneyland Paris?
Eurostar suspended the direct service after the pandemic to focus on its busiest routes while also preparing for new EU entry and exit rules. The company has said it may revisit the option in future, but for now passengers need to change in Paris or Lille.
Conclusion
Getting from Gare du Nord to Disneyland Paris might sound like a hassle when you first Google it, but in reality it is straightforward. The RER train is quick and cheap, Bolt is ideal if you want door to door without the splurge, and a private transfer works well if you plan to see a bit of Paris before heading out to Disney.
I’ve tried both the train and car options and honestly it comes down to how much energy I have after the Eurostar. If I’m travelling light, I’ll jump on the RER. If I’ve got Callum and our niece with me plus luggage and snacks, a car wins every time.
🔗 Next up: check out my step by step guides from Charles de Gaulle, Orly, and Beauvais Airport if you are flying into Paris.
