What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to Caen?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Caen is to train and ferry which costs €110 - €170 and takes 24h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Caen?

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Caen is to fly and train which takes 7h 38m and costs €110 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Caen?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Caen station. However, there are services departing from Belfast, Europa Buscentre and arriving at Caen - Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, London Victoria and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 54m.

How far is it from Belfast to Caen?

The distance between Belfast and Caen is 1173 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to Caen without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Caen without a car is to train and ferry which takes 24h 22m and costs €110 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Belfast to Caen?

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Belfast to Caen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Caen bus from?

Belfast to Caen bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where does the Belfast to Caen bus arrive?

Belfast to Caen bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

What is the time difference between Belfast and Caen?

Caen is 1h ahead of Belfast. It is currently 8:13 PM in Belfast and 9:13 PM in Caen.

How do I get a bus ticket from Belfast to Caen?

Book your Belfast to Caen bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 2627+ hotels available in Caen.

Belfast to Caen - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, and bus and ferry

There are 7 ways to get from Belfast to Caen by plane, train, ferry, busferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Belfast International Airport to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)BFS - CDG
2. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Caen
7h 38m
€119–287
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Cherbourg
3. Take the train from Cherbourg to CaenK2+ / ...
24h 22m
€113–165
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoria
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700
4. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Caen - Bus Station
29h 54m
Bus to Dublin Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)DUB - CDG
3. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Caen
8h 58m
Bus to Dublin Airport, fly to Paris Orly Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)DUB - ORY
3. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Caen
9h 10m
Bus to Dublin Airport, fly to Beauvais–Tillé Airport, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Beauvais–Tillé Airport (BVA)DUB - BVA
3. Take the bus from Paris-Beauvais Airport to Paris, Saint-Denis Université
4. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Caen
10h 40m
Bus, ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2X1 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Cherbourg
3. Take the train from Cherbourg to CaenK2+ / ...
24h 28m

Belfast to Caen by train, foot, tram, and ferry

4Weekly Services

24h 22mAverage Duration

€113Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,172.8 km
Duration: 7h 38m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Caen, France?

There is no direct connection from Belfast to Caen. However, you can take the bus to Belfast International Airport, walk to Belfast International Airport (BFS) airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG), walk to Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2, take the train to Paris Nord, walk to Gare Magenta, take the train to Haussmann Saint-Lazare, walk to Paris Saint-Lazare, then take the train to Caen. Alternatively, you can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Caen via Dublin Connolly, George's Dock, The Point, Dublin Ferryport B+I, Cherbourg, and Cherbourg in around 24h 22m.

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