Getting to and around Versailles Grand Parc

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Access & Transport: how to get to and move around Versailles Grand Parc

Located just outside Paris, Versailles Grand Parc is easily accessible by train, RER, bus or car. Whether you're coming to visit the Palace of Versailles, explore the historic districts, enjoy a walk through the Plain of Versailles or discover the villages of the Bièvre Valley, all modes of transport make travelling simple and convenient.
Here you’ll find all the essential information to plan your trip: access from Paris or the airports, local transport options, soft mobility, parking, cycling routes, taxis and practical tips for getting around the entire destination.

Getting to Versailles Grand Parc

Access by train and RER

Versailles Grand Parc is served by four major railway lines, offering fast access from Paris and the Île-de-France region.

RER C – Versailles Château Rive Gauche

The most direct way to reach the Palace of Versailles.

  • From Paris: Champ de Mars – Tour Eiffel, Saint-Michel, Musée d’Orsay…

  • Average journey: 30–35 min

Line L – Versailles Rive Droite

From Paris Saint-Lazare or La Défense.

  • Average journey: 25–30 min

Line N – Versailles Chantiers (Transilien)

From Paris-Montparnasse.

  • Average journey: 12–25 min

Line U – Versailles Chantiers

From La Défense via Saint-Cloud.

  • Average journey: 20–25 min

Transilien V – Bièvres, Jouy-en-Josas

From Massy-Palaiseau or Versailles Chantiers, towards the Bièvre Valley.

Average journey: 10–15 min

 

Coming by car

Versailles Grand Parc is accessible via the main motorways:

  • A13, A12, A86, N12, N118

Average travel time:

  • From Paris: 25–35 min
  • From La Défense: 20–25 min

Parking

There are many parking areas throughout the destination:

  • Car parks near the Palace
  • City centre car parks
  • Designated spaces for PRM

Bus from Paris and the region

Several lines provide direct access to Versailles Grand Parc:

  • 171 – Pont de Sèvres → Palace of Versailles

  • 52, 471, 262, 269, 32–35, 495, 259, D, 6202 depending on the area

​Ideal for reaching the Coteaux de Seine and the Bièvre Valley.

From the airports

From Paris-Orly (45 min to 1h)

  • Line 14 → RER C at Bibliothèque François Mitterrand → Versailles

From Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle (1h to 1h15)

  • RER B to Saint-Michel Notre-Dame → RER C to Versailles

 

Getting around Versailles Grand Parc

Bus network

The network links the entire destination: central Versailles, the villages of the Plain of Versailles, the Bièvre Valley and the Coteaux de Seine.

  • Main lines: 171, 262, 269, 32–35, 495, etc.

Cycling & soft mobility

Versailles Grand Parc is ideal for eco-friendly travel:

  • Cycle paths and marked routes

  • Bike and e-scooter rentals: Trip in Trott, Astel, and others

  • Perfect for reaching parks, forests and the Plain of Versailles

Walking

Versailles is a very walkable city.
Approximate walking times:

  • Stations → Palace: 8–15 min

  • Historic districts: within a few minutes from main stations

By car / Parking

  • Covered and outdoor car parks near major sites

  • Long-term parking options

  • Dedicated spaces for PRM

Taxis & ride-hailing

  • Official taxi ranks: Versailles Rive Gauche, Rive Droite, Chantiers

  • Ride-hailing services available across the area.

Access by tourist basin

Versailles – Urban Heart

  • RER C

  • Lines N & U

  • Line L

  • Bus 171 and urban network

Coteaux de Seine

  • Line L: Bougival, La Celle Saint-Cloud

  • Buses: 6202, D, 259

Plain of Versailles

  • Mainly accessible by car or Tram 13

Bièvre Valley

  • Transilien V: Bièvres, Jouy-en-Josas

  • Buses: 495, 32–35, 262, 269

Average travel times

  • Paris → Versailles: 12–35 min

  • Orly → Versailles: 45 min

  • CDG → Versailles: 1h

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FAQ – Frequently asked questions

Which train should I take to visit the Palace of Versailles?

The RER C to Versailles Château – Rive Gauche is the most direct option. Lines N and L also serve Versailles.

Where can I park in Versailles?

Car parks are available near the Palace, in the city centre and by the train stations. During peak times, consider using park-and-ride car parks.

How do I get to Versailles from Paris?

You can easily reach Versailles via the RER C or Transilien lines L and N.

Which transport serves the Bièvre Valley?

Bièvres and Jouy-en-Josas are served by Transilien V, plus local bus lines.

Is Versailles accessible for people with reduced mobility?

Yes, the city provides dedicated parking, accessible lines and several adapted sites.