Reims Car Rental: Driving to Champagne from Paris

Quick summary: For car rental to Reims and Champagne, most visitors pick up at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, which sits on the north-east side of Paris, on the way to Reims. Reims is around 144 km east of Paris. A car makes it easy to reach small grower houses and vineyard villages, but plan tasting days carefully, as French drink-driving limits are strict. For the big champagne houses in Reims and Épernay, tours with transport are often easier.

At a glance
Main pickup	Charles de Gaulle Airport
Alternative	Orly Airport
Reims from Paris	Around 144 km east
Small growers	Easiest by car
Tasting days	Designated driver or tour
Tours	Full-day tours

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How do you plan a Champagne trip by car?

Guide	What it covers
Paris to Reims by car	Pickup and the drive east
Driving the Champagne route	Tasting, parking and booking
Car rental or tours?	When tours make more sense

Can you rent from Orly?

Yes, though it’s on the south side of Paris, so allow extra time to cross the region.

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Where else can you pick up?

Strasbourg Airport, to the east, suits travelers combining Champagne with Alsace.

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Frequently Asked Questions