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

The cheapest way to get from Orsay to La Défense is to drive which costs €4 - €7 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Orsay to La Défense is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs €45 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Orsay and La Défense?

No, there is no direct bus from Orsay to La Défense. However, there are services departing from République and arriving at Gare de Chaville Rive Droite via Gare de Jouy-en-Josas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Orsay and La Défense?

No, there is no direct train from Orsay to La Défense. However, there are services departing from Orsay - Ville and arriving at La Défense via Châtelet - Les Halles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Orsay to La Défense?

The distance between Orsay and La Défense is 35 km. The road distance is 29.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Orsay to La Défense without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs €7 - €11.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Orsay to La Défense, including transfers.

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

Orsay to La Défense bus services, operated by Paris-Saclay Mobilités, depart from République station.

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

Orsay to La Défense train services, operated by Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris), depart from Orsay - Ville station.

Train or bus from Orsay to La Défense?

The best way to get from Orsay to La Défense is to train which takes 45 min and costs €7 - €11. Alternatively, you can line 4609 bus and line 6132 bus, which costs and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Orsay to La Défense bus arrive?

Orsay to La Défense bus services, operated by Paris-Saclay Mobilités, arrive at Gare de Jouy-en-Josas station.

Where does the Orsay to La Défense train arrive?

Orsay to La Défense train services, operated by Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris), arrive at Châtelet - Les Halles station.

Can I drive from Orsay to La Défense?

Yes, the driving distance between Orsay to La Défense is 29 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Orsay to La Défense.

Where can I stay near La Défense?

There are 3441+ hotels available in La Défense.

Orsay to La Défense - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 4609 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Orsay - Ville to Châtelet - Les Hallestrain B
2. Take the train from Châtelet - Les Halles to La Défensetrain A
45 min
€7–11
Drive 29.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Orsay to La Défensecar 29.3 km
30 min
€5–7
Line 4609 bus, line 6132 bus
1. Take the bus from République to Gare de Jouy-en-Josasbus 4609
2. Take the bus from Gare de Jouy-en-Josas to Gare de Chaville Rive Droitebus 6132
1h 41m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Orsay to La Défensetaxi 29.3 km
30 min
€45–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from République to Châteletbus N122
2. Take the bus from Châtelet to La Défensebus N24
1h 51m

Orsay to La Défense by train

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Distance: 34.6 km
Duration: 45 min

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

You can take a train from Orsay - Ville to La Défense via Châtelet - Les Halles in around 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from République to La Défense via Gare de Jouy-en-Josas, Gare de Chaville Rive Droite, and Chaville Rive Droite in around 1h 41m.

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