What is the cheapest way to get from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense?

The cheapest way to get from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense is to drive which costs €2 - €4 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense?

The fastest way to get from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense is to train which takes 18 min and costs €3 - €6.

Is there a direct bus between Saint-Germain-en-Laye and La Défense?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense. However, there are services departing from Saint-Germain-en-Laye RER and arriving at La Défense via La Jonchère. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct train between Saint-Germain-en-Laye and La Défense?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Saint-Germain-en-Laye and arriving at La Défense. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense?

The distance between Saint-Germain-en-Laye and La Défense is 12 km. The road distance is 14.1 km.

How do I travel from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense without a car?

The best way to get from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs €3 - €6.

How long does it take to get from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense?

The train from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense bus from?

Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense bus services, operated by Réseau de bus Défense et Saint-Cloud, depart from Saint-Germain-en-Laye RER station.

Where do I catch the Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense train from?

Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense train services, operated by Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris), depart from Saint-Germain-en-Laye station.

Train or bus from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense?

The best way to get from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense is to train which takes 18 min and costs €3 - €6. Alternatively, you can line 259 bus and line 258 bus, which costs and takes 49 min.

Where does the Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense bus arrive?

Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense bus services, operated by Réseau de bus Défense et Saint-Cloud, arrive at La Jonchère station.

Where does the Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense train arrive?

Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense train services, operated by Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris), arrive at La Défense station.

Can I drive from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense is 14 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense.

Where can I stay near La Défense?

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Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense by train, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défensetrain A
18 min
€3–6
Line 259 bus, line 258 bus
1. Take the bus from Saint-Germain-en-Laye RER to La Jonchèrebus 259
2. Take the bus from La Jonchère to La Défensebus 258
49 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défensetaxi 14.1 km
21 min
€24–29
Drive 14.1 km
1. Drive from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défensecar 14.1 km
21 min
€3–4

Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense by train

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Distance: 12.4 km
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France and La Défense, Île-de-France, France?

Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris) operates a train from Saint-Germain-en-Laye to La Défense every 10 minutes. Tickets cost €3–6 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saint-Germain-en-Laye RER to La Défense via La Jonchère in around 49 min.

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