Taxi Vaux-le-Pénil → CDG Airport
Your Vaux-le-Pénil → CDG transfer at €140–€170. 72 km, 55 min.
A taxi between Vaux-le-Pénil and CDG Airport costs between €140 and €170 when booked in advance at a fixed price, over a road distance of about 72 kilometres and a journey time of from 55 to 75 minutes depending on traffic. The usual route takes A5a + outer ring road + A1, with ~€9 in tolls. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €220. That price includes luggage, tolls and the driver's approach, and it does not move if traffic builds up: that is the difference with a metered ride, where every minute of waiting is charged and the applicable rate depends on the hour. On an unbooked ride, the amount follows the scale of the prefectoral order applying where the passenger is picked up, higher from seven in the evening to ten in the morning as well as on Sundays and public holidays. The driver tracks the flight or train number given at booking and shifts the pick-up at no extra cost if it is delayed, and cancelling remains free up to six hours before departure.
Distance
72 km
Duration
55 min
Estimated price
€140–€170
Availability
24/7
Vaux-le-Pénil is a residential town of 12,000 inhabitants located immediately south of Melun, the prefecture of Seine-et-Marne, enjoying a privileged setting between the River Seine and the edge of the Forest of Fontainebleau. The town boasts the Château de Vaux-le-Pénil, a 17th-century seigneurial residence set within elegant parkland, and the Parc des Capucins along the banks of the Seine, reflecting a heritage that blends history and nature. On the commercial side, the Melun 2 retail park — home to IKEA, Leroy Merlin and dozens of other major brands — is the largest shopping destination in southern Seine-et-Marne, drawing customers from a catchment area of over 150,000 people. The immediate proximity to Melun's prefecture — courts, administrative offices, government services — generates a steady stream of business travel to Charles de Gaulle airport, the main international hub for the Paris region. For residents of Vaux-le-Pénil, reaching CDG by public transport means first getting to Melun station by bus or car, then taking the Transilien line R to Paris-Gare de Lyon, followed by the RER B all the way to Roissy — a journey of at least 2 hours involving two changes and particularly challenging with heavy luggage. The taxi via the Francilienne ring road offers a direct 55-minute ride without passing through Paris, providing the most reliable way to catch your flight.
Route
Route Vaux-le-Pénil → CDG Airport
Your driver picks you up at your door in Vaux-le-Pénil — whether you live near the château, alongside the Parc des Capucins or close to the Melun 2 retail park — and takes the D606 northward to join the A5a interchange at Melun. The route follows the A5a towards Sénart, running past the suburban communities of the southeastern Île-de-France, before branching onto the Francilienne (A104) heading northeast across the Brie plain through Brie-Comte-Robert, Ozoir-la-Ferrière and the Marne-la-Vallée area. This regional ring road was specifically designed to relieve the Paris périphérique and generally enjoys smoother traffic flow than routes cutting through the capital. The Francilienne then connects with the A1 motorway heading north to Roissy-CDG, and your driver takes the dedicated slip roads into the airport complex. You are dropped off directly at your departure terminal — T1, T2 (halls A through F) or T3 — with no shuttle bus or transfer needed, as close as possible to the check-in counters. The journey takes approximately 55 minutes under normal traffic conditions and may extend to around 75 minutes during the morning (7-9am) or evening (5-7pm) rush hours, primarily due to occasional slowdowns on the Francilienne near Marne-la-Vallée. Tolls of approximately 9 euros are fully included in your fixed fare, with no surcharges.
Main route: A5a + outer ring road + A1 — ~€9 in tolls
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Vaux-le-Pénil → CDG Airport
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Vaux-le-Pénil → CDG Airport route
CDG is the Air France hub and serves all intercontinental destinations including North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. The Francilienne completely bypasses Paris to the east, making the journey reliable even during busy periods — a decisive advantage over routes that cut through the capital. Allow 3 hours before your flight for long-haul destinations and 2.5 hours for European flights, adding a 15-to-20-minute safety margin if you are departing between 7am and 9am. For very early flights taking off before 7am, leaving Vaux-le-Pénil at around 3:30am means you will be travelling on virtually empty roads and can arrive with time to spare. If you are travelling with family or oversized luggage, the 7-seat van option (140 euros) provides a spacious boot that can accommodate four large suitcases plus carry-on bags. The Château de Vaux-le-Pénil is well worth a visit before an evening flight, and a walk along the Seine riverbanks in the Parc des Capucins is the perfect way to unwind before a long journey. The Melun 2 retail park (IKEA, Leroy Merlin) is also ideal for last-minute shopping before departure, with extended weekday opening hours.
Tolls: ~€9 in tolls
Pricing
Taxi fare Vaux-le-Pénil → CDG Airport
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
€140–€170
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
€161–€195
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
€154–€187
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Vaux-le-Pénil to CDG Airport?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
Public transport from Vaux-le-Pénil to CDG first requires a local bus to Melun station (15-20 minutes depending on the timetable), then Transilien line R to Paris-Gare de Lyon (25-30 minutes), and finally the RER B to Roissy (35-45 minutes depending on stops). The total effective travel time is at least 2 hours, plus connection time at each interchange, for a cost of 18 to 22 euros per person. Two changes within Paris involving suitcases, staircases and rush-hour crowds make the experience particularly exhausting. A taxi at 78-105 euros completes the transfer in 55 minutes, door-to-door, with no stress and no dragging bags through metro corridors. For 2 to 3 passengers the cost drops to 26-35 euros per person, effectively halving the travel time while providing unmatched comfort — air conditioning, legroom and direct pickup from your front door.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
€140–€170
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
€220
Ideal for families and groups
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Vaux-le-Pénil → CDG Airport
How much does a taxi from Vaux-le-Pénil to CDG Airport cost?
€140-170 sedan, €220 van (7 seats). All-inclusive fixed fare, tolls and waiting time included. The Vaux-le-Pénil — CDG Airport route covers about 72 km by road. Allow 55 minutes in light traffic and up to 75 minutes at peak hours. Expect ~€9 in tolls on this route.
How long is the taxi ride from Vaux-le-Pénil to CDG Airport?
55 minutes normally, up to 75 minutes in rush hour. The Francilienne bypasses Paris to the east. The price booked in advance ranges from €140 to €170, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €220. Expect ~€9 in tolls on this route.
On the Vaux-le-Pénil — CDG Airport route, does the taxi go through Paris?
No, the route takes the Francilienne (A104) which completely bypasses Paris to the east, avoiding Parisian traffic congestion. The price booked in advance ranges from €140 to €170, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €220. The usual route takes A5a + outer ring road + A1.
On the Vaux-le-Pénil — CDG Airport route, which terminal at CDG will my driver drop me at?
Directly at your departure terminal: T1, T2 (halls A-F) or T3. No shuttle needed. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €220. The usual route takes A5a + outer ring road + A1. Expect ~€9 in tolls on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
On the Vaux-le-Pénil — CDG Airport route, can I book a return taxi from CDG to Vaux-le-Pénil?
Yes, same fixed fare for the return. Your driver tracks your flight in real time and meets you at arrivals. The usual route takes A5a + outer ring road + A1. Expect ~€9 in tolls on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
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