The average train between Wales and Caen takes 9h 2m and the fastest train takes 7h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Wales to Caen. 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 every 3 hours between Wales and Caen. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Caen at 12:53 PM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 9h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Wales to Caen? 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 Wales to Caen. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Caen station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.
Wales to Caen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Caen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Caen station.
Book your Wales to Caen train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Wales and Caen is 419.3 km. The road distance is 928 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Caen via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Magenta, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, and Paris Saint-Lazare in around 8h 8m.