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

The cheapest way to get from Montparnasse to La Défense is to drive which costs €1 - €3 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Montparnasse to La Défense is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs €18 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Montparnasse and La Défense?

No, there is no direct bus from Montparnasse to La Défense. However, there are services departing from Montparnasse - Alencon and arriving at Charles de Gaulle - Étoile - Marceau via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Montparnasse and La Défense?

No, there is no direct train from Montparnasse to La Défense. However, there are services departing from Notre-Dame-des-Champs and arriving at La Défense via Haussmann Saint-Lazare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Montparnasse to La Défense?

The distance between Montparnasse and La Défense is 12 km. The road distance is 10.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Montparnasse to La Défense without a car is to line 12 subway and train which takes 20 min and costs €3 - €6.

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

It takes approximately 20 min to get from Montparnasse to La Défense, including transfers.

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

Montparnasse to La Défense bus services, operated by Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens (RATP), depart from Montparnasse - Alencon station.

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

Montparnasse to La Défense train services, operated by RATP Metro, depart from Notre-Dame-des-Champs station.

Where does the Montparnasse to La Défense bus arrive?

Montparnasse to La Défense bus services, operated by Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens (RATP), arrive at Charles de Gaulle - Étoile - Marceau station.

Where does the Montparnasse to La Défense train arrive?

Montparnasse to La Défense train services, operated by RATP Metro, arrive at Saint-Lazare station.

Can I drive from Montparnasse to La Défense?

Yes, the driving distance between Montparnasse to La Défense is 10 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Montparnasse to La Défense.

Where can I stay near La Défense?

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Montparnasse to La Défense - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 12 subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Montparnasse to La Défense by subway, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 12 subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Notre-Dame-des-Champs to Saint-Lazaresubway 12
2. Take the train from Haussmann Saint-Lazare to La Défensetrain E
20 min
€4–6
Drive 10.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Montparnasse to La Défensecar 10.1 km
16 min
€2–3
Line 92 bus
1. Take the bus from Montparnasse - Alencon to Charles de Gaulle - Étoile - Marceaubus 92
25 min
€6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Montparnasse to La Défensetaxi 10.1 km
16 min
€18–22
Line 73 bus
1. Take the bus from Concorde to La Défensebus 73
48 min

Montparnasse to La Défense by subway and train

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Distance: 12.2 km
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Montparnasse, Île-de-France, France and La Défense, Île-de-France, France?

Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens (RATP) operates a bus from Montparnasse - Alencon to Charles de Gaulle - Étoile - Marceau every 10 minutes. Tickets cost €3 and the journey takes 20 min.

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