What is the cheapest way to get from Caen to Loire Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Caen to Loire Valley is to bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 8h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caen to Loire Valley?

The fastest way to get from Caen to Loire Valley is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Caen and Loire Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Caen to Loire Valley. However, there are services departing from Caen and arriving at Centre 1 - Montsoreau via Le Mans, Gare Sncf 2 - Saumur and Gare routière Pôle Balzac U - SAUMUR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from Caen to Loire Valley?

The distance between Caen and Loire Valley is 319 km. The road distance is 255 km.

How do I travel from Caen to Loire Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Caen to Loire Valley without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs €75 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Caen to Loire Valley?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Caen to Loire Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caen to Loire Valley bus from?

Caen to Loire Valley bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Caen station.

Train or bus from Caen to Loire Valley?

The best way to get from Caen to Loire Valley is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs €75 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Caen to Loire Valley bus arrive?

Caen to Loire Valley bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Le Mans station.

Can I drive from Caen to Loire Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Caen to Loire Valley is 255 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Caen to Loire Valley.

Where can I stay near Loire Valley?

There are 803+ hotels available in Loire Valley.

Caen to Loire Valley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Caen to Loire Valley by train (TGV), train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Caen to Le MansK39
2. Take the train from Le Mans to Angers St LaudTer
3. Take the train from Angers St Laud to SaumurTer
4h 47m
€78–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Caen to Le MansAutocar
2. Take the bus from Le Mans to SaumurAutocar
8h 35m
€38–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Caen to Le MansK39
2. Take the bus from Gare SNCF to Gare SNCF26
7h 31m
Drive 255 km
1. Drive from Caen to Loire Valley255 km
3h 10m
€40–57
Train, bus via Angers
1. Take the train from Caen to Le MansK39
2. Take the train from Le Mans to Angers St LaudTer
3. Take the bus from Gare Routière et SNCF to Gare routière Balzac404 / ...
7h 22m

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Distance: 319 km
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Caen, France and Loire Valley, France?

You can take a train from Caen to Loire Valley via Le Mans, Angers St Laud, and Saumur in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caen to Loire Valley via Le Mans, Saumur, Gare Sncf 2 - Saumur, Gare routière Pôle Balzac U - SAUMUR, and Centre 1 - Montsoreau in around 8h 35m.

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