Best way to get from CDG to 5th or 6th Arrondissment with luggage?

Question

I will be arriving into Charles De Gaulle (CDG) airport, I will have a large backpack and another piece of luggage (I am travelling to Africa after my four days in Paris) and I am wondering the easiest way to get from the airport to this area. How easy is it to travel on the metro with luggage. I am from NY city and know that travelling with luggage and managing the staircases on the subway can be difficult. Are there shuttles to and from the airport and where can i get that information.

Thank you so much

Answer 1

To avoid any hassle take an Airport Shuttle, it's cheaper than a taxi.  Airport Associate Shuttle is the least expensive that I've found and it will take you right to your door.  Only 14.5 euros.

Answer 2

You can travel from CDG on the RER B to the St. Michel Station which is in the 5th arr. and only a short walk into the 6th. Depending on exactly where you are going it may be possible to avoid the Metro itself. Since the RER B would be originating at CDG you shouldn't have much trouble with your bags if they aren't way bigger than average.

However, there are also several shuttle companies.

http://www.parishuttle.com/reservation.h...

http://www.paris-airport-shuttle.com/

http://www.shuttle-paris.com/Shuttle_par...

Answer 3

Air France also has a shuttle, but it drops you off near the Opera Garnier.  Transferring from there to the 5th/6th with luggage isn't very convenient.

Answer 4

Take a taxi. This will save you all the hustle and be faster (if out of peak hours).