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

The cheapest way to get from Caen to Calais is to rideshare which costs €22 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caen to Calais is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Caen and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Caen station to Calais. However, there are services departing from Caen - Bus Station and arriving at Calais via Paris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Caen and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Caen to Calais. However, there are services departing from Caen and arriving at Calais Ville via Rouen Rive Droite and Amiens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Caen to Calais?

The distance between Caen and Calais is 404 km. The road distance is 337.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Caen to Calais without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 20m and costs €40 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Caen to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caen to Calais bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Caen to Calais train from?

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

Train or bus from Caen to Calais?

The best way to get from Caen to Calais is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs €55 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Caen to Calais bus arrive?

Caen to Calais bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station.

Where does the Caen to Calais train arrive?

Caen to Calais train services, operated by Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), arrive at Rouen Rive Droite station.

Can I drive from Caen to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Caen to Calais is 337 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Caen to Calais.

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

Book your Caen to Calais train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 468+ hotels available in Calais.

Can I share a ride from Caen to Calais?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Caen to Calais by bus, train, rideshare, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Caen to Amiens712
2. Take the train from Amiens to Calais VilleTer
6h 20m
€44–96
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Caen to Calais339 km
4h 11m
€22
Train
1. Take the train from Caen to Rouen Rive DroiteP10
2. Take the train from Rouen Rive Droite to AmiensP45 / ...
3. Take the train from Amiens to Calais VilleTer
6h 53m
€57–141
Bus
1. Take the bus from Caen - Bus Station to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Paris to Calais700 / ...
7h 24m
€35–70
Drive 337.3 km
1. Drive from Caen to Calais337.3 km
3h 11m
€53–76

Caen to Calais by bus and train

7Weekly Services

6h 20mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 404.1 km
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Caen to Calais Ville via Rouen Rive Droite and Amiens in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caen - Bus Station to Calais via Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station and Paris in around 7h 24m.

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