Gare du Nord to Gare de Lyon by taxi
The two stations are about 5 km apart. It is the classic connection for travellers arriving from London or Brussels and heading south-east.
Your driver tracks your train, waits at the meeting point and drops you outside the Gare de Lyon hall your TGV leaves from. The price is set in advance, even if the Seine embankments or Place de la République are jammed.
Taxi or RER D?
The RER D runs directly from Gare du Nord to Gare de Lyon in about ten minutes, with no change.
It is the quickest option if you travel light. With large suitcases, children or a tight connection, a taxi saves you the stairs, the corridors and the packed trains at rush hour. Either way, allow at least an hour between your first train's arrival and the second one's departure.
Other Paris stations
| From Gare du Nord to | Eco sedan | Time | Trains to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gare de Lyon | €52 | 20 to 35 min | Lyon, Marseille, the Alps, Italy, Switzerland |
| Gare Montparnasse | €52 | 25 to 40 min | Brittany, Bordeaux, Nantes, Toulouse |
| Gare d'Austerlitz | €52 | 20 to 30 min | Central France, night trains |
| Gare de l'Est | €52 | 5 min | Strasbourg, Reims, Germany |
Gare de l'Est is about 500 m from Gare du Nord: with little luggage, it is an easy 5 to 10-minute walk along Rue de Dunkerque then Rue d'Alsace.
Evenings and Sundays
In the evening, the fare between two Paris stations is a little higher: for example €62 instead of €52 in an Eco sedan to Gare de Lyon at 11.30pm.
The calculator always shows the exact price for your time before you book.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi from Gare du Nord to Gare de Lyon?
From €52 in an Eco sedan in the daytime, €65 in an E-Class and €99 in a 7-seat van, fixed price booked in advance.
How much time should I allow between the two stations?
20 to 35 minutes' drive. Allow at least an hour between your first train's arrival and the second one's departure.
Will the driver wait if my Eurostar is late?
Yes, he tracks your train and waits for its actual arrival, with no waiting charge.
Can I walk to Gare de l'Est?
Yes, it is about 500 m away: a 5 to 10-minute walk along Rue de Dunkerque then Rue d'Alsace.