Metro line 1
Runs directly from central Paris (Châtelet, Concorde, Champs-Élysées) to La Défense. Simple and frequent.
Transport
Getting to the arena
La Défense is one of the best-connected transport hubs in the Paris region. Here's how to get there, and back, without stress.
RER A
The fastest link from central Paris to La Défense. Some visitors also use Nanterre-Préfecture, which is close to the arena.
RER E
Connects the east of Paris and Gare Saint-Lazare area with La Défense. Handy if you're coming from Magenta or Haussmann-Saint-Lazare.
Tram T2
Links the southern and western suburbs to La Défense. Useful if you're staying in Issy or Boulogne.
Transilien L & U
Suburban trains from Saint-Lazare and western suburbs stop at La Défense.
On foot
From La Défense – Grande Arche, the arena is a short walk past the Grande Arche. Follow the event signage.
ⓘ Transport services, works and closures change. Check the RATP / Île-de-France Mobilités apps on the day of your concert.
Coming from the airports
Charles de Gaulle (CDG): take the RER B to Châtelet–Les Halles, then RER A to La Défense. Orly (ORY): take Orlyval or line 14 into Paris, then connect to the RER A or Metro 1. Allow 1 to 1.5 hours in total.
After the show
Everyone leaves at the same time. Stations can be very busy for 30–45 minutes. Buy your return ticket in advance, or wait a little and let the first wave pass. Taxis and ride-hailing have designated areas and can have long queues.
By car
Parking is available around La Défense, but traffic before and after big events is heavy. If you must drive, book a parking space in advance and allow extra time.
Tickets for transport
Use a Navigo Easy card or the Île-de-France Mobilités app to buy tickets on your phone and skip the queues at the machines.