The average train between Caen and Arcachon takes 11h and the fastest train takes 6h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Caen to Arcachon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Caen and Arcachon. The earliest departure is at 6:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Caen is at 8:28 PM which arrives into Arcachon at 9:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Argentan and take an average of 11h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 33m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Caen to Arcachon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Caen to Arcachon. However, there are services departing from Caen station and arriving at Arcachon station via Argentan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.
Caen to Arcachon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Caen station.
Caen to Arcachon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Arcachon station.
Book your Caen to Arcachon train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) and TGV inOui.
The distance between Caen and Arcachon is 506.8 km. The road distance is 863 km.
You can take a train from Caen to Arcachon via Argentan, Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, and Bordeaux St Jean in around 6h 36m.