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

The cheapest way to get from Caen to Arras is to rideshare which costs €22 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caen to Arras is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Caen and Arras?

No, there is no direct bus from Caen station to Arras. However, there are services departing from Caen - Bus Station and arriving at Arras via Paris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Caen and Arras?

No, there is no direct train from Caen to Arras. However, there are services departing from Caen and arriving at Arras via Haussmann Saint-Lazare and Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Caen to Arras?

The distance between Caen and Arras is 420 km. The road distance is 303.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Caen to Arras without a car is to train via Paris which takes 3h 35m and costs €60 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Caen to Arras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caen to Arras bus from?

Caen to Arras bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Caen - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Caen to Arras train from?

Caen to Arras train services, operated by Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), depart from Caen station.

Train or bus from Caen to Arras?

The best way to get from Caen to Arras is to train via Paris which takes 3h 35m and costs €60 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Caen to Arras bus arrive?

Caen to Arras bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Paris - Pershing-Porte Maillot Bus Station.

Where does the Caen to Arras train arrive?

Caen to Arras train services, operated by Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), arrive at Paris Saint-Lazare station.

Can I drive from Caen to Arras?

Yes, the driving distance between Caen to Arras is 304 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Caen to Arras.

How do I get a train ticket from Caen to Arras?

Book your Caen to Arras train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Caen to Arras bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Arras?

There are 791+ hotels available in Arras.

Can I share a ride from Caen to Arras?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Caen and Arras. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Caen to Arras - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Caen to Arras by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, train, or car

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

Train via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Caen to Paris Saint-Lazaretrain K2+ / ...
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Arrastrain Tgv
3h 35m
€64–159
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Caen to Arrasrideshare 302.5 km
4h 14m
€22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Caen - Bus Station to Paris - Pershing-Porte Maillot Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Paris to Arrasbus 781
6h 40m
€29–53
Train
1. Take the train from Caen to Rouen Rive Droitetrain P10
2. Take the train from Rouen Rive Droite to Arrastrain Ter
4h 46m
€52–130
Drive 303.9 km
1. Drive from Caen to Arrascar 303.9 km
3h 26m
€47–67

Caen to Arras by train

122Weekly Trains

3h 35mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 420.4 km
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Caen, France and Arras, France?

You can take a train from Caen to Arras via Paris Saint-Lazare, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, Gare Magenta, and Paris Nord in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caen - Bus Station to Arras via Paris in around 6h 40m.

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