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

The cheapest way to get from Caen to Nîmes is to bus which costs €70 - €160 and takes 12h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caen to Nîmes is to fly and train which takes 4h 40m and costs €210 - €440.

Is there a direct bus between Caen and Nîmes?

No, there is no direct bus from Caen to Nîmes. However, there are services departing from Caen and arriving at Nîmes via Paris - Orly Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Caen and Nîmes?

No, there is no direct train from Caen to Nîmes. However, there are services departing from Caen and arriving at Nimes via Saint-Lazare and Paris Gare De Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Caen to Nîmes?

The distance between Caen and Nîmes is 930 km. The road distance is 820.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Caen to Nîmes without a car is to train via Paris which takes 6h 8m and costs €80 - €300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Caen to Nîmes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caen to Nîmes bus from?

Caen to Nîmes bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Caen station.

Where do I catch the Caen to Nîmes train from?

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

Train or bus from Caen to Nîmes?

The best way to get from Caen to Nîmes is to train via Paris which takes 6h 8m and costs €80 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €70 - €160 and takes 12h 55m.

Where does the Caen to Nîmes bus arrive?

Caen to Nîmes bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris - Orly Airport station.

Where does the Caen to Nîmes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caen to Nîmes?

Yes, the driving distance between Caen to Nîmes is 820 km. It takes approximately 10h 8m to drive from Caen to Nîmes.

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

Book your Caen to Nîmes train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Nîmes?

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Caen to Nîmes - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Caen to Nîmes by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, or train

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-LazareK2+ / ...
2. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to NimesTgv
6h 8m
€84–299
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Caen to Paris - Orly Airport1752 / ...
2. Take the bus from Paris - Orly Airport to NîmesFlixBus N717
12h 55m
€71–155
Drive 820.3 km
1. Drive from Caen to Nîmes820.3 km
10h 8m
€128–185
Fly Caen – Carpiquet Airport to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, train
1. Fly from Caen – Carpiquet Airport (CFR) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)CFR - LYS
2. Take the train from Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv to Nimes
4h 40m
€216–431
Train
1. Take the train from Caen to Le MansK39
2. Take the train from Le Mans to Nîmes081A
7h 26m
€123–432
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Caen to ToursK39
2. Take the bus from Tours - Édouard Vaillant Bus Station to Nîmes - Parnasse Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
14h 38m
€85–179
Fly Caen – Carpiquet Airport to Marseille Provence Airport, train
1. Fly from Caen – Carpiquet Airport (CFR) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)CFR - MRS
2. Take the train from Aix En Provence Tgv to Nimes
5h 2m
€79–310
Train to Paris Orly Airport, fly to Marseille Provence Airport, train
1. Take the train from Caen to Paris Saint-Lazare
2. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)ORY - MRS
3. Take the train from Aix En Provence Tgv to Nimes
7h 9m
€122–408
Train to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, fly to Fréjorgues Airport, train
1. Take the train from Caen to Paris Saint-Lazare
2. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Fréjorgues Airport (MPL)CDG - MPL
3. Take the train from Montpellier Sud De France to Nimes Pont Du Gard
7h 40m
€157–434
Train to Paris Orly Airport, fly to Fréjorgues Airport, train
1. Take the train from Caen to Paris Saint-Lazare
2. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Fréjorgues Airport (MPL)ORY - MPL
3. Take the train from Montpellier Sud De France to Nimes Pont Du Gard
7h 38m
€137–444
Train to Paris Orly Airport, fly to Le Puy – Loudes Airport, train
1. Take the train from Caen to Paris Saint-Lazare
2. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Le Puy – Loudes Airport (LPY)ORY - LPY
3. Take the train from Monistrol D'allier to Nimes
9h 36m
€1,103–2,274

Caen to Nîmes by train and subway

51Weekly Services

6h 8mAverage Duration

€84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 929.6 km
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a train from Caen to Nimes via Paris Saint-Lazare, Saint-Lazare, Gare de Lyon, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caen to Nîmes via Paris - Orly Airport in around 12h 55m.

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