Paris with kids is magical — the Eiffel Tower, boat rides on the Seine, crepes on every corner. Getting from Orly to your hotel with the family just needs the right transport choice.
Public transport with kids: the honest truth
Metro line 14
The best public transport option for families since it reached Orly in June 2024. Step-free, direct, and about 25 minutes to Chatelet. It runs on the Ticket Paris Region - Aeroports (14 EUR, 7 EUR reduced). No changes, no stairs, room for a stroller.Tram T7 + Metro
A tram, then a metro transfer, then more metro, all with luggage and kids: 50-60 minutes with stairs, crowds, and potential meltdowns. Ile-de-France Mobilites also marks its Bus-Tram and Metro-Train-RER tickets as not valid to or from the airports, so the old cheap-workaround pricing is not something to count on. Skip it with young children.Orlyval + RER B
Faster (35-45 min) than the tram but involves a small automated train, a platform change at Antony, then the RER. The Orlyval is tiny and gets crowded. With a stroller and suitcases, you'll be that family blocking the aisle. Line 14 has made this route largely unnecessary.OrlyBus
Gone. The OrlyBus was withdrawn on 3 March 2025. If you've read elsewhere that it's the roomy family-friendly bus to Denfert-Rochereau, that advice is out of date.Flat-rate taxi with kids
The flat-rate taxi (36-45 EUR) is excellent for families of 3-4:
- Door-to-door, no connections
- Price is fixed regardless of traffic or luggage
- Standard Paris taxis fit 2 adults + 2 kids comfortably
The catch: French taxis don't carry child seats. Children under 10 must legally use a child restraint, but taxis have an exemption. If you want proper car seats for safety, you need a transfer.
Transfer with kids (best for young families)
| Family setup | Vehicle | Child seats | Price to Paris |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 adults + 1 child | Sedan + 1 seat | Available | 40-55 EUR |
| 2 adults + 2 children | Minivan + 2 seats | Available | 55-75 EUR |
| 2 adults + 3+ children | Large minivan | Available | 65-90 EUR |
Fixed-price private transfer
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Why families choose transfers:
- Child seats provided — infant, toddler, booster — specify when booking
- Minivan space — actually fits the stroller, luggage, and kids without Tetris skills
- Driver meets you at arrivals — no navigating Orly with kids and bags
- Fixed price — 5-15 EUR more than a taxi, but includes child seats and meet-and-greet
Heading to Disneyland from Orly
Many families fly into Orly specifically for Disneyland Paris (55 km east). Your options:
| Option | Price | Time | Family-friendly? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transfer (minivan) | Fixed, quoted at booking | 50-60 min | Excellent |
| Taxi | Metered - no flat rate applies | 50-60 min | OK, no child seats |
| Public transport (line 14 / RER + shuttle) | Several changes | 1.5-2 hours | Painful with kids |
For families with luggage going straight to Disney: book a transfer. The 70-95 EUR is worth every cent versus 1.5 hours of public transport changes with exhausted children.
Paris tips for families from Orly
- Left Bank hotels are closest to Orly and cheapest to reach by taxi (36 EUR flat)
- The 5th and 6th arrondissements are walkable and family-friendly — Jardin du Luxembourg is a must with kids
- Avoid rush hour (7:30-9:30 AM, 5-8 PM) — Paris traffic doubles the ride time
- Car seats: If renting a car later, bring your own or book one with the rental. French rental companies charge 10-15 EUR/day for child seats
Our advice
For families with young children who need car seats: book a minivan transfer at 55-75 EUR. For families with older kids (no car seats needed) and moderate luggage: the flat-rate taxi at 36-45 EUR is genuinely excellent value. If you do want public transport, Metro line 14 is now the one worth using - step-free and about 25 minutes.