Trains to and from Paris Orly Airport
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is the second largest airport in France after Charles de Gaulle. Located around 8 miles south of Paris, Orly Airport is only a 1-hour train journey from Paris city center.
The airport has 4 terminals, which are all connected with Antony RER station thanks to the automatic metro OrlyVal. From Antony RER station, it’s easy to get to central Paris by train.
Read on to learn more about buying Paris Orly Airport train tickets, timetables, and possible connections.
What's in this guide?
- I’m traveling from Orly Airport to Paris city center
- I’m traveling from Paris city center to Orly Airport
- I’m traveling from Paris Orly Airport to another French destination
- I’m traveling from Paris Orly Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport
- How to buy Paris Orly Airport train tickets
- Frequently Asked Questions
How to get from Orly Airport to Paris by train
Flying into Paris Orly Airport? You’ll land at Terminal 1, 2, 3 or 4.
Whichever terminal you arrive at, you’ll be able to take the automatic metro called OrlyVal to Antony RER station. OrlyVal services depart from Orly Airport every 4 to 7 minutes. The journey to Antony station takes only 6 minutes.
When you arrive at Antony station and exit OrlyVal, you’ll already be on the correct platform for the RER B (suburban train) – you’ll need to take this train to get to central Paris.
Make sure that the RER B train you’re taking is in the direction of Mitry-Claye or Aéroport Charles de Gaulle – all these train services go through central Paris, with connections to the Métro at Denfert-Rochereau (17 minutes), St-Michel Notre Dame (21 minutes), Châtelet Les Halles (25 minutes), and Gare du Nord (28 minutes). The RER B train also stops at the Luxembourg and Port-Royal stations in central Paris.
In total, the train journey from Orly Airport to Paris city center can take up to 1 hour, depending on the station you’re getting off at in central Paris.
Where should I travel next after Paris?
Sure, you might have had a good time in Paris, but your European adventure doesn’t have to stop there. Why not check out some of these trips below?
Travel to London
No matter the time of year, London is an exciting destination all year round. With Eurostar, the train journey from Paris to London takes just over 2 hours. Once you’ve arrived at London St Pancras International station, you’re perfectly positioned to start exploring the city’s most iconic sights.
Board a train to Brussels
It’s easy to travel from Paris to Brussels with Eurostar. The train leaves from Paris Gare du Nord station (easily accessible from central Paris on public transport). It can take a little over 1 hour, which means less time spent waiting around and more time to explore! So, what are you waiting for?
Speed away to Amsterdam
Want to visit another of Europe’s bustling capitals? Amsterdam might be the place for you. The journey from Paris to Amsterdam can take just 3 hours and 20 minutes – before you know it, you’ll be right in the city center, ready to enjoy the city’s picturesque canals and tulip fields.
How to get from Paris to Orly Airport by train
Flying from Paris Orly Airport and not sure how to get there? We’ve got you covered!
To get from Paris city center to Orly Airport, you’ll need to take the RER B train to Antony RER station and then change onto the automatic metro called OrlyVal that goes to the airport.
You can take the RER B train from some of the main train stations in Paris, including Paris Gare du Nord, Châtelet Les Halles, St-Michel Notre Dame, Luxembourg, and Denfert-Rochereau, all very accessible by multiple Métro, RER and bus lines.
Once you arrive at Antony RER station, the OrlyVal platform will be on your right, near the end of the station. No matter which terminal you’re traveling from, you can take any OrlyVal service as it’ll stop at all 4 terminals.
In total, the train journey from Paris city center to Orly Airport can take up to 1 hour, depending on the station you’re traveling from.
How to get from Paris Orly Airport to other French destinations by train
Traveling from Paris Orly Airport to Disneyland Paris, Bordeaux, or another French city? Keep reading for more information on how to get there by train.
How to get from Paris Orly Airport to Disneyland Paris by train
If you’re planning to travel to Disneyland Paris from Paris Orly Airport by train, you’ll need to travel with the following services:
- Take the OrlyVal service from Orly Airport to Antony RER station.
- From Antony RER station, change onto the RER B train (direction Charles de Gaulle) and get off at Châtelet Les Halles station, in central Paris.
- From Châtelet Les Halles, take the RER A train (direction Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy) and get off at Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy station, which is located near Disneyland Paris.
In total, the train journey from Orly Airport to Disneyland Paris takes around an hour and a half.
How to get from Paris Orly Airport to Bordeaux by train
If you’re landing at Paris Orly Airport and want to get to Bordeaux by train, you’ll need to travel with the following services:
- Take the OrlyVal service from Orly Airport to Antony RER station.
- From Antony RER station, change onto the RER B train (direction Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse) and get off at Massy Palaiseau station.
- Finally, you can jump on a TGV INOUI train from Massy Palaiseau to Bordeaux St-Jean station.
In total, the train journey from Orly Airport to Bordeaux takes around 3 hours.
Traveling from Orly Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport by train
Planning to take the train from Orly Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport? Read on for more information.
First, you’ll need to take the OrlyVal automatic metro and get off at Antony RER station. When you arrive at Antony RER station, exit OrlyVal and you’ll find yourself on the correct platform for the RER B train.
Make sure that the RER B train you’re taking is in the direction of Charles de Gaulle Airport (Aéroport Charles de Gaulle). Avoid the train bound for Mitry-Claye as it doesn’t stop at the airport.
The total journey time from Orly Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport by train is around an hour and a half.
For more information, check out our guide to trains to and from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
How to buy Paris Orly Airport train tickets
Keep reading for more details on how to buy train tickets to travel between Orly Airport and Paris city center.
Buying train tickets from Orly Airport
When traveling from Orly Airport to Paris city center by train, you’ll need to buy a train ticket at the airport. You can find ticket machines, as well as OrlyVal ticket counters, at all 4 terminals.
We recommend you buy a combined OrlyVal + RER ticket so you can use it to travel on both OrlyVal and RER services.
Buying train tickets from Paris city center
If you’re traveling from Paris to Orly Airport, you can buy your train ticket from any train station in central Paris that is served by RER trains. You can either use a ticket machine or head to a ticket counter, where a member of staff will be able to assist you.
Frequently Asked Questions
We've answered some of the most frequently asked questions about train travel to and from Paris Orly Airport, so you can find the answer you're looking for easily.
Does Orly Airport have a train station?
Yes, Paris Orly Airport has a train station at all 4 terminals – from the station, you can take the OrlyVal automatic metro to Antony RER station.
Is there a direct train from Orly Airport to Paris?
Unfortunately not. You’ll need to take the OrlyVal metro to Antony RER train station, and then change onto the RER B suburban train to get to central Paris.
Is there a train from Paris Orly Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport?
Yes, you can take a train from Paris Orly Airport to Charles de Gaulle Airport. You’ll need to make 1 change, usually at Antony RER station, before you continue your journey to Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Can you buy train tickets at Paris Orly Airport?
Yes, you can buy train tickets from one of the ticket machines available at all 4 terminals.
Does the Eurail Pass cover the RER in Paris?
No, the Eurail Pass cannot be used on the RER in Paris. Eurail Passes can be used to travel on trains throughout Europe – find out more on our dedicated Eurail page.