Private car transfer from Le Havre to Paris

Door-to-door
in 2 h 30 min
From €57
per seat
Comfortable
car
One way
One way
Cancel for free 24 hours before departure
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Excellent

Trip Information

Pick-up

Your driver will meet you at your address in Le Havre.

  • Door-to-door service
  • Help with your luggage

Trip

You’ll travel in comfort for 2 h 30 min.

  • Optional sight-seeing
  • Clean, comfortable car
  • Professional driver
  • Bottled water
  • Child seats
  • Prepared for handicapped
  • Smoke-free
  • Pet friendly

Drop-off

Your driver will drop you off at your address in Paris.

  • Door-to-door service
  • Help with your luggage
In total
197 km2 h 30 min

Overview: car trip from Le Havre to Paris

Seaside Le Havre, situated at the mouth of the River Seine, is often overlooked. But if you've found yourself housed within its concrete grandeur, you know about the thriving arts scene and lively bars and restaurants. If there's one place that beats Le Havre, it's Paris, and a car trip from Le Havre to Paris is a guaranteed way to elevate your holiday in France.

Daytrip's private car service will have you safely, comfortably, and leisurely driven from Le Havre to Paris so you can enjoy the sights along the way before Paris and all its glory sweep you away. From iconic structures and world-class monuments to architectural wonders, historical and cultural landmarks, spacious boulevards, charming cafes, and world-famous restaurants, there's something for everyone in the city of light and love.

When you book with Daytrip, you can talk with your English-speaking driver for their local travel tips and insights, so you're up to date with the best places to see and the most exciting activities that can't be missed!

About Paris

Paris is France's capital city, and for centuries, has been one of Western Europe's major centers of business, history, and culture. Some of the world's greatest writers, poets, artists, chefs, fashion designers, and scholars have called Paris home because the city is not only beautiful but also inspirational. With more than two million people living in Paris, it's unsurprising that there is so much to see and do during a visit.

Historically, Paris began as a town on an island in the Seine River. It was founded over 2,000 years ago by people called the Parisii, but they didn't hold onto it for very long before the Romans captured it in 52 BCE. With the Roman influence, the town began to flourish and grow, spreading onto the surrounding riverbanks.

Years later, in 987 CE, Paris became the capital of France, and its economy grew exponentially before the great plague killed hundreds of thousands of people in the 1300s. The city eventually recovered and began to grow anew by the 1500s, with periods of great historical significance like the French Revolution of the 1700s and the modernization of Paris in the 1800s influencing the city's trajectory and global influence.

With its monumental past, it's unsurprising that today, it is a global hub for all things culinary, fashion, and architecture. When you visit, look forward to seeing some of the most beautiful attractions in the world. For example, you can stroll down the Champs Elysees, climb the Eiffel Tower, wander through the Louvre, or tour one of the many shows and exhibitions at any of the many galleries and museums in the city. But no matter where your wanderings take you, be prepared for an unforgettable Parisian experience, enduring memories, and a whirlwind of romanticism.

From Le Havre to Paris: travel tips

There are a few travel tips that can be helpful to learn if you're planning a trip from Le Havre to Paris. Although the distance between these two French cities isn't too far – 110 miles (197 km) – keeping in mind the travel tips below to ensure a hassle-free travel experience.

Book main attractions in advance

If you're planning on visiting some of the main attractions in Paris—let's face it, who isn't if they are visiting—you must book tickets in advance.

If you book tickets online in advance, you'll save lots of time waiting in lines and see exhibitions, landmarks, theater performances, galleries, museums, and other attractions far quicker. Trust us, it's more enjoyable when you haven't spent time waiting outside or in a lobby.

Stop for sightseeing

The road from Le Havre to Paris will bring you past some of the most significant sights in France, from Monet’s Garden at Giverny to the inimitable Palace of Versailles. When you ride with Daytrip, you can easily visit these sites to enrich your trip and stretch your legs - something not possible with any other transportation option.

Keep an eye on your belongings

Unfortunately, no matter where your travels take you, you must keep an eye on your belongings. In Paris and in many of the towns and cities along the way, many pickpockets prey on travelers.

Often, pickpockets will try to approach you with items for sale, lost possessions, or to sign petitions, and while you're distracted, another will steal your belongings. So, remain vigilant, and you should have no issues with criminals.

Dress like a Parisian

When traveling to Paris, it's a good idea to dress like a local (so skip the cargo shorts and sandals with socks). Many of the attractions in Paris and along the way can be explored on foot, so comfortable, understated clothing and shoes will keep you from looking too much like a tourist, making your travel experience safer and you less likely to be taken advantage of in terms of local pricing.

Learn some French

Paris has an elitist reputation, and it's not entirely unwarranted. Learn some basic French phrases like bonjour (good day), merci (thank you), and parlez-vous Anglais? (do you speak English?) and you'll find your stay in the city tres bien!

How to get from Le Havre to Paris

So you want to travel from Le Havre to Paris but don't know how to get there? Fear not, as we've shared a few of the best transportation options available. Some options might be more appealing than others, so choose the transportation that suits your needs best.

From Le Havre to Paris by bus

A bus trip isn't glamorous, but it doesn't need to be if you're on a budget and need to get from Le Havre to Paris. Typically, three bus lines operate trips between these two cities. They include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, and RATP Metro.

Each bus line offers similar ticket pricing, but you can expect to pay between $21 and $29 one way. These trips usually take about two hours and 46 minutes, and most are direct, so you won't encounter stops or transfers. However, Flixbus only operates trips twice daily, while RATP Metro offers trips every ten minutes.

It's important to note that most buses leave in the afternoon, so check the schedule and timetable of the coach line you choose to be sure when you can travel.

From Le Havre to Paris by train

For many people, traveling by train is the preferred public transportation option. If you're of that mindset and want to travel by train from Le Havre to Paris, the SNFC train line offers multiple trips daily from early morning to late evening.

The train trip is often direct, taking about two and a half hours to travel from Le Havre to Paris. Train trips are more expensive than the bus though. Expect the fare to cost between $52 and $89 one way. You should also note that a train leaves every hour.

From Le Havre to Paris by private car transfer

The fastest, most comfortable, convenient, and cost-effective way to travel from Le Havre to Paris is by private car. Unlike with a taxi, you can expect a pleasant travel experience filled with exciting conversation, comfortable seating, and accommodating drivers who understand your passion for travel.

With Daytrip, your English-speaking driver will bring you door-to-door and help with your luggage. And unlike driving yourself, you won't need to worry about traffic, mapping the route you need to drive, or finding parking when you get to Paris.

And unlike public transportation, with a private car stopping along the way is easy. Stop at the Chateau de Bizy, Claude Monet's Garden at Giverny, or the Palace of Versailles to enrich your travel day. You'll also likely love that our fare starts at 73 euros per person.

Things to do when you get to Paris

There is quite possibly nothing as exciting as visiting Paris for the first time. Getting lost in this beautiful city with its stunning landscapes, impressive landmarks, and beautiful cobblestone streets is an experience you'll remember for the rest of your life. But if you don't have much time and want to see a few of the best attractions, you'll want to add these top things to do when you get to Paris after your trip from Le Havre.

Climb the Eiffel Tower

You cannot visit Paris without exploring the Eiffel Tower, the international symbol representing Paris and France. This tower is a one-of-a-kind wonder, and there is no surprise that it's the most visited paid attraction in Europe.

The Eiffel Tower was constructed in 1887 with a spectacular wrought iron lattice and a triangular shape that no one can forget. It was originally intended to be a temporary attraction for the Paris World Fair in 1889 and be dismantled 20 years later. But because so many people visited, it was left in place and became a national landmark.

When you visit, you can admire it from the ground, or if you're not afraid of heights and want a stunning view of the city, why not climb it? There are multiple viewing platforms, each giving a sweeping view of the city below. If you visit at night, it's even more beautiful with its shimmering lights that sparkle at the top of the hour every hour.

Admire the Arc de Triomphe

The Arc de Triomphe might not be one of Paris's most popular travel destinations, but it's worth a spot on your bucket list. This triumphal arch is a monument honoring French soldiers and generals who fought for their country during the bloody Napoleonic Wars and the French Revolution.

It can be found at the western end of the famous Avenue des Champs-Élysées. Not only is it beautiful to look upon, but it also has an eternal flame that honors all the fallen soldiers who could not be named. It's free to visit, but a paid ticket is needed to go on the observation deck.

Get lost in the Louvre Museum

Alongside the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre Museum’s glass pyramid is one of Paris’ most iconic landmarks. It’s also home to one of the world’s finest art collections.

In its extensive collection, you’ll find some masterworks like Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, and the ancient Greek Venus de Milo. This magical setting is a must-visit for art enthusiasts and history buffs, offering a journey through time, from ancient civilizations to the Renaissance. You could easily spend a day (or more!) roaming its halls, discovering masterpiece after masterpiece.

Fall in love on a Seine River cruise

Some might say Vienna is the most romantic city in the world, but they probably haven't been to Paris. If you're traveling with a significant other and a romantic experience like no other, you need to book a Seine River cruise.

These cruise excursions give visitors an unparalleled look at Paris. They allow visitors to see some of the most famous Parisian landmarks, including the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame Cathedral.

What's more, many different types of tour cruises are on offer, with some only being an hour long. We recommend a sunset cruise tour if you want to see these landmarks at the golden hour while enjoying a scrumptious dinner!

When is the best time to visit Paris?

Before you travel from Le Havre to Paris, you must know that the best time to visit is usually from March to June and October to early November. During these months, the weather is nice, and the tourist crowds are thinner, so you won't feel nearly as crowded as you would if you traveled during the peak summer season. Hotel prices are also a bit lower.

However, you should note that the cheapest time to travel to Paris from Le Havre is in the winter, from early December to the end of February. It's considered the off-season because of Paris's harsh winters, but it's the perfect budget-friendly time to visit if you don't mind bundling up.

Questions & Answers about Traveling from Le Havre to Paris

How do I get from Le Havre cruise port to Paris?
To get from the Le Havre cruise port to Paris, you'll first need to take a short boat trip from the cruise port to land. Once you're on the land side of Le Havre, you can get a taxi to take you to a bus or train station and then make your way to Paris. Alternatively, you can travel directly from the Le Havre landside port to Paris using a private car service like Daytrip.
How long is the train journey from Le Havre to Paris?
Generally, 16 trains depart from Le Havre to Paris daily, and the average train journey time is two hours and 25 minutes. This schedule can vary and be longer on holidays and weekends, so it is best to check the train schedules to determine if there are any delays.
How to get to Paris from Le Havre?
There are numerous ways to get to Paris from Le Havre, but the most popular ones include trains, buses, and private car services like Daytrip. Taxis are an option, but few choose to travel by taxi because of the exorbitant fares. If you're looking for affordable, efficient, comfortable, and reliable, Daytrip is the way to go - it's cheaper than a taxi with better service.
How much is a taxi from Le Havre to Paris?
Taxi prices from Le Havre to Paris change depending on the number of passengers, the pick-up time, the date, and whether you have any special requests. However, on average, the taxi fare is about $421, making it an incredibly expensive way to travel and very unpopular.

Visit these sights on the way

Honfleur

Honfleur

From medieval trade to Impressionist painting, this picturesque port has preserved every aspect of its rich heritage. Makes a Charming Impression 

Rouen

Rouen

Bristling with historic architecture, the picturesque Norman capital has an impressive cultural heritage to match, connecting William the Conqueror, Joan of Arc, and Claude Monet. The City of 100 Spires 

Chateau de Bizy

Chateau de Bizy

With a particularly impressive pedigree, this fine estate is a museum to the quintessential French aesthetic. Petit Versailles 

Claude Monet's Garden at Giverny

Claude Monet's Garden at Giverny

Step into a Monet or two as you walk through the gardens that inspired some of his most famous works. A Beautiful Impression 

Chateau de St-Germain

Chateau de St-Germain

This stunning palace, a royal residence for centuries, is now home to the National Archaeology Museum. The History of France 

Palace of Versailles

Palace of Versailles

This superlative UNESCO World Heritage Site might be the most opulent place on earth, with a rich history to match. The King of Kings 

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Oct 2, 2025

Great transfer option.

I used this service for a transfer from Split in Croatia to Perast Montenegro. My experience was exceptional. My driver Bojan was helpful, informative and ensured my journey was comfortable and enjoyable. I highly recommend the service.

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Robyn C
Sep 20, 2025

It was a fantastic trip.

We were extremely satisfied with the quality of service we received from Day Trip. We had two Day Trip rides on August 31 from Athens to Lefkada and September 7 from Lefkada back to Athens. Both trips included stops at scenic sites in Greece. Both drivers were excellent and accommodating. However, we’d especially like to recognize Panos Peppas, who was our driver from Lefkada to Athens. Panos was incredibly nice & pleasant and delivered outstanding customer service, which included handling all of luggage, providing us with cold waters throughout the trip, providing us protein bars, providing us with printed materials on the Corinth Canal (one of scenic stops), looking up and providing us with terminal & gate info for our flight back home and providing us with a recipe for tzatziki.

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Sep 15, 2025

Best transport company anywhere

We absolutely love this company and have used it many times over the years to get from A to B without the hassle of hiring a car ourselves. Excellent drivers every time. Efficient and professional. It’s worth every penny and we can honestly recommend Day Trip to everyone. It’s 5 star rating is well deserved.

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Aug 20, 2025

Excellent experience in traveling

We traveled from Nuremberg to Munich in a beautiful Audi. Driver picked us at our hotel at the exact time requested. Got us to Munich in plenty of time for our next tour. Driver made sure we were comfortable

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Steve N
Apr 22, 2025

Reasonably Priced and Safe Transportation

Gonzalo from daytrip was our driver and he was absolutely amazing. He went over and beyond trying to locate us as our service wasn't so good on our phones. He patiently awaited our arrival to the lobby so he could take us from Tulum Dreams Resort to our other hotel in cancun an hour and a half away near the airport prior to our departure flight home. He was polite, respectful and kind. Made sure we were comfortable during our long ride. Fast and to the point. I recommend this company as finding a one way ride from Tulum to Cancun isn't easy or cheap and this company provides a great service for a great price. I will definitely be using them again whenever I'm in the Cancun/Tulum area. Thank you DayTrip and Gonzola.

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler COCO
Apr 2, 2025

Daytrip never disappoints

We were picked up by Marianna to drive us from Heraklion to Chania. The weather was terrible & due to this Marianna arrived a few minutes late. She contacted me to advise of this. Marianna lives in Chana and she made our trip very interesting by informing us of local things to do and see in Chania. Marianna is a safe driver and we all felt comfortable with the speed she drove at and how good her driving was in heavy rain. She is a lovely person with fluent English. We highly recommend Daytrips and if you are in Heraklion or Chania please make sure you ask for Marianna.

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Julie M
Feb 28, 2025

Great driver in Egypt

Used the service to go from Luxor to Hurghada, Egypt. Ahmed H was our driver and he was perfect. The car was new, clean, he had water and snacks for us, and accommodated our stops. Great service from him and would recommend it.

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Jul 7, 2019

Private car service from Le Havre to Paris after the World Cup game 6/20

With no other options, we booked Day Trip to take us from Le Havre to Paris after the US v. Sweden game on 6/20. Faycal was our driver - he was very communicative throughout. We met him at a designated spot and the two hour drive was effortless. Excellent driver, impeccable vehicle and great service!

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Swirlygirl23
Jul 24, 2018

From Paris to Le Havre

Excellent service, our driver Boussaada was waiting for us at the airport, very helpful and friendly, ready to answer our questions, our almost three hours trip was very nice, I will use this service again at any time

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Cristina C
May 21, 2018

Great way to get to or from Paris and Le Havre if cruising.

We used day trip for several trips last fall including Croatia and Austria. I was thrilled to learn that they had expanded to France for our trip this spring. We had wonderful trips both directions before and after our cruise port in Le Havre, visiting Mont St Michel one way and Normandy the other. Both drivers were professional and so accommodating. Thiandella who took us to Normandy went above and beyond to make sure the day was exactly what we wanted. Day trip remains our first choice for transfers in Europe!

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Good to know

Children

If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!

Pets

Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.

Tips

Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).

Luggage

  • Big luggage
  • 29x21x11 inches
  • 74x53x28 cm
  • Small luggage
  • 22x14x9 inches
  • 56x36x23 cm

Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.

Payment methods

Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions, here are the answers.
Daytrip is a platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door, from one city to the next. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.
Yes! A return trip will take you back to your city of origin in the same size car in which you arrived. Return trips can be booked for the any day. You can also add customized sightseeing stops separately for each trip! Don’t worry if you don’t know your exact address at the time of booking - you’ll have the opportunity to update us closer to your travel date. Make sure to select “Return” when you start the booking process, then choose the dates and times of your departures.
For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure. For the Daytrip Pool shared shuttle, we offer 3 ticket options when booking: Non-refundable, Flexible with cancellations 24 hours before departure, and Super-flexible with cancellations up to 15 minutes before departure.
Simply choose your origin and destination via our homepage and enter your departure date and time. Browse and add sightseeing stops along the way by following the booking instructions provided on-screen. Select “One Way” or “Return” to change the type of trip you need. It’s a simple, easy, and fun way to book your next adventure! And if you don’t see your desired route on our website, you can request a custom trip. You can even book without knowing your exact pick-up or drop-off address - we let you add these later!
Each passenger is allowed one large bag (29" x 21" x 11" / 74 x 53 x 28 cm) and one small bag (22" x 14" x 9" / 56 x 36 x 23 cm). Luxury sedans can only accommodate 2 large bags. We always send the vehicle that is the best fit for you and your luggage, so make sure to select the actual amount of luggage you are traveling with when booking. If you have oversized luggage, or are unsure if your luggage will fit, contact us.
Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.

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