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 to 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 to 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) to Saint-Denis-Pleyel station
- Make a transfer within the multimodal hub with your luggage
- Finish the journey by bus to 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 to 25 minutes to the total journey.
Rail Alternatives: RER B, RER D, and CDG Express
RER B
Direct rail option from Gare du Nord. Connects Paris to CDG in 35 minutes without traffic jams, but requires managing luggage in often overcrowded trains.
RER D
Offers a connection via Saint-Denis-Pleyel to 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 to CDG with No Transfers from Paris
To compensate for the end of RoissyBus, airportshuttleparisis deploying 2 direct alternative solutions connecting central Paris to Charles de Gaulle Airport, tailored to every budget:
1. Eco Shuttle: Paris Montparnasse ↔ CDG (€16.90)
The economic alternative to reach a Central Hub.
This direct shuttle connects Montparnasse Station (20 Bd de Vaugirard) to the airport terminals in 50 minutes. It's the ideal choice to 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 to Terminals 1, 2C, 2D, and 3
2. Private Transfer: Opera District ↔ CDG (Door-to-Door)
The Premium option to keep your Opera departure habits.
Do you absolutely want to 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 to Marne-la-Vallée?
Shuttle CDG ↔ Disneyland Paris (€21.90)
airportshuttleparisensures a
direct link between CDG Airport and Disneyland Paris (Chessy Station). Travel time: 45
minutes without transfers.
Full Comparison: Bus 9517 (Official) vs. airportshuttleparis
Why airportshuttleparisis becoming the preferred alternative to the new Bus 9517:
| Criteria | RoissyBus (Cancelled) | Bus 9517 + Metro 14 | airportshuttleparisShuttle | airportshuttleparisPrivate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Route Type | Direct (Opera ↔ CDG) | Transfer Required (Pleyel) | DIRECT (Montparnasse) | DIRECT (Door-to-door) |
| Luggage | Difficult (often full) | Very Difficult (Metro+Bus) | Included (23kg hold) | Private Trunk |
| Comfort | Seated (if available) | Standing possible | Guaranteed Seat | Sedan / Van |
| Price | ~€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) |
常见问题 about the End of RoissyBus
What is the best alternative to 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 Airport: Terminal 1, Terminal 2C, Terminal 2D, and Terminal 3. The precise stop is indicated during booking according to your airline.
How much does the Bus 9517 replacing RoissyBus cost?
The Bus 9517 operated by Transdev costs approximately €15 to €18 depending on IDFM pricing. This price does not necessarily include the metro or RER ticket needed to reach Saint-Denis-Pleyel from central Paris.
Is the CDG Express a good alternative to RoissyBus?
The CDG Express constitutes the premium rail option at €24 to connect Gare de l'Est to the airport in 20 minutes. This SNCF link is suitable for travelers with a comfortable budget departing from eastern Paris.
How to book an airportshuttleparisshuttle to 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 to present to the
driver.
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