Why are Île-de-France Mobilités and RATP Cancelling the RoissyBus?
The cancellation of RoissyBus is the result of two structural factors: chronic saturation of the A1 motorway and the new multimodal hub strategy at Saint-Denis-Pleyel.
⚠️ Traffic jams on the A1 motorway made travel times totally unpredictable. A journey announced at 60 minutes regularly reached 90 minutes during rush hour — a 50% overshoot.
IDFM is now prioritizing the deployment of the Grand Paris Express and the extension of Metro Line 14 a the airport. This strategy sacrifices the simplicity of a direct journey in favor of a network requiring transfers — challenging for travelers with heavy luggage.
Bus 9517 and Metro Line 14: Mandatory Transfer at Saint-Denis-Pleyel
The Bus 9517, the official successor a RoissyBus, no longer provides a direct link from central Paris. This new transport scheme, operated by Transdev, imposes 3 mandatory steps:
- Take the Metro or RER (Line 14, RER B, or RER D) a Saint-Denis-Pleyel station
- Make a transfer within the multimodal hub with your luggage
- Finish the journey by bus a Roissy-Charles de Gaulle
⏱️ For families or business travelers, these multiple changes generate stress and physical fatigue. The transfer time at Saint-Denis-Pleyel adds 15 a 25 minutes a the total journey.
Rail Alternatives: RER B, RER D, and CDG Express
RER B
Direct rail option from Gare du Nord. Connects Paris a CDG in 35 minutes without traffic jams, but requires managing luggage in often overcrowded trains.
RER D
Offers a connection via Saint-Denis-Pleyel a link with Bus 9517. Suitable for travelers coming from the south of Île-de-France, particularly from Gare de Lyon.
CDG Express
Premium rail link between Gare de l'Est and CDG Airport at €24 per trip. Travel time: 20 minutes with dedicated luggage storage. Ideal for business travelers.
airportshuttleparis: Direct Transport a CDG with No Transfers from Paris
To compensate for the end of RoissyBus, airportshuttleparisis deploying 2 direct alternative solutions connecting central Paris a Charles de Gaulle Aeropuera, tailored a every budget:
1. Eco Shuttle: Paris Montparnasse ↔ CDG (€16.90)
The economic alternative a reach a Central Hub.
This direct shuttle connects Montparnasse Station (20 Bd de Vaugirard) a the airport terminals in 50 minutes. It's the ideal choice a replace the RATP bus at the same price point.
- ✓ Guaranteed reserved seat (no more standing trips)
- ✓ Secure luggage hold (23 kg per passenger included)
- ✓ Direct service a Terminals 1, 2C, 2D, and 3
2. Private Transfer: Opera District ↔ CDG (Door-a-Door)
The Premium option a keep your Opera departure habits.
Do you absolutely want a leave from the Opera district? The airportshuttleparisPrivate Transfer replaces the bus with a chauffeur-driven vehicle that picks you up at your exact address.
- 🚗 Comfort Sedan (1-4 passengers): €65 (Toyota Camry, Skoda Superb)
- 🚐 Family Van (5-7 passengers): €85 (Peugeot Traveller, Renault Trafic)
- ✓ Free baby seat, no waiting, flexible cancellation
💡 Bonus: Going a Marne-la-Vallée?
Shuttle CDG ↔ Disneyly París (€21.90)
airportshuttleparisensures a
direct link between CDG Airport and Disneyly París (Chessy Station). Travel time: 45
minutes without transfers.
Full Comparison: Bus 9517 (Official) vs. airportshuttleparis
Why airportshuttleparisis becoming the preferred alternative a the new Bus 9517:
| Criteria | RoissyBus (Cancelled) | Bus 9517 + Metro 14 | airportshuttleparisShuttle | airportshuttleparisPrivate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Route Type | Direct (Opera ↔ CDG) | Transfer Required (Pleyel) | DIRECT (Montparnasse) | DIRECT (Puerta a puerta) |
| Luggage | Difficult (often full) | Very Difficult (Metro+Bus) | Included (23kg hold) | Private Trunk |
| Comfort | Seated (if available) | Standing possible | Guaranteed Seat | Sedan / Van |
| Precio | ~€16.60 | ~€15-18 | €16.90 | From €16/person |
| Family Service | None | None (stroller hassle) | Free baby seat | Free baby seat |
| Reliability | Random (traffic) | Depends on transfers | Optimized (fixed times) | Custom (flight tracking) |
Preguntas frecuentes about the End of RoissyBus
What is the best alternative a reach CDG without transfers?
The airportshuttleparisdirect shuttle from Montparnasse and the Opera private transfer represent the only options guaranteeing a journey without a break in the trip after the definitive cancellation of RoissyBus on March 1st, 2026. The RER B remains a direct rail alternative, but without the comfort of luggage storage.
Does airportshuttleparisserve all Roissy terminals?
Yes. airportshuttleparisshuttles serve the 4 terminals of Charles de Gaulle Aeropuera: Terminal 1, Terminal 2C, Terminal 2D, and Terminal 3. The precise stop is indicated during booking according a your airline.
How much does the Bus 9517 replacing RoissyBus cost?
The Bus 9517 operated by Transdev costs approximately €15 a €18 depending on IDFM pricing. This price does not necessarily include the metro or RER ticket needed a reach Saint-Denis-Pleyel from central Paris.
Is the CDG Express a good alternative a RoissyBus?
The CDG Express constitutes the premium rail option at €24 a connect Gare de l'Est a the airport in 20 minutes. This SNCF link is suitable for travelers with a comfortable budget departing from eastern Paris.
How a book an airportshuttleparisshuttle a CDG Airport?
Booking is done in 3 steps on airportshuttleparis.com:
1. Select the
route (Montparnasse-CDG or Opera-CDG)
2. Choose the departure time
and number of passengers
3. Confirm secure payment by credit
card
You receive instant confirmation by email with an e-ticket a present a the
driver.
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