The average train between Caen and Challans takes 7h 39m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Caen to Challans. 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 Challans. The earliest departure is at 6:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Caen is at 5:51 PM which arrives into Challans at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Le Mans and take an average of 7h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Caen to Challans? 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 Challans. However, there are services departing from Caen station and arriving at Challans station via Le Mans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.
Caen to Challans train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Caen station.
Caen to Challans train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Challans station.
Book your Caen to Challans train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Caen and Challans is 283.7 km. The road distance is 410 km.
You can take a train from Caen to Challans via Le Mans and Nantes in around 5h 34m.