What is the cheapest way to get from Chartres to La Défense?

The cheapest way to get from Chartres to La Défense is to rideshare which costs €5 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chartres to La Défense?

The fastest way to get from Chartres to La Défense is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Chartres and La Défense?

No, there is no direct bus from Chartres to La Défense. However, there are services departing from Chartres Gare Rue Nicole and arriving at Charles de Gaulle - Étoile - Marceau via Gare Montparnasse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Chartres and La Défense?

No, there is no direct train from Chartres to La Défense. However, there are services departing from Chartres and arriving at La Défense via Versailles Chantiers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Chartres to La Défense?

The distance between Chartres and La Défense is 85 km. The road distance is 91.9 km.

How do I travel from Chartres to La Défense without a car?

The best way to get from Chartres to La Défense without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs €14 - €29.

How long does it take to get from Chartres to La Défense?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Chartres to La Défense, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chartres to La Défense bus from?

Chartres to La Défense bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Chartres Gare Rue Nicole station.

Where do I catch the Chartres to La Défense train from?

Chartres to La Défense train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Chartres station.

Train or bus from Chartres to La Défense?

The best way to get from Chartres to La Défense is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs €14 - €29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Chartres to La Défense bus arrive?

Chartres to La Défense bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Paris-Montp Pt Rencontre Group station.

Where does the Chartres to La Défense train arrive?

Chartres to La Défense train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Versailles Chantiers station.

Can I drive from Chartres to La Défense?

Yes, the driving distance between Chartres to La Défense is 92 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Chartres to La Défense.

Where can I stay near La Défense?

There are 23529+ hotels available in La Défense.

Can I share a ride from Chartres to La Défense?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Chartres and La Défense. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Chartres to La Défense - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chartres to La Défense by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chartres to Versailles Chantierstrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Versailles Chantiers to La Défensetrain U
1h 39m
€15–28
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Chartres to Puteauxrideshare 88.7 km
1h 23m
€5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chartres Gare Rue Nicole to Paris-Montp Pt Rencontre Groupbus Autocar
2h 56m
€23–31
Drive 91.9 km
1. Drive from Chartres to La Défensecar 91.9 km
1h 7m
€15–21

Chartres to La Défense by train

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1h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 85 km
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Chartres, Centre-Val de Loire, France and La Défense, Île-de-France, France?

You can take a train from Chartres to La Défense via Versailles Chantiers in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, SNCF Bus operates a bus from Chartres Gare Rue Nicole to Paris-Montp Pt Rencontre Group 4 times a day. Tickets cost €17–24 and the journey takes 2h 16m.

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