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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Caen is to rideshare which costs €21 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Caen is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Caen?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Caen station. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Caen - Bus Station via Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Caen?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Caen. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Caen via Amiens and Rouen Rive Droite. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Calais to Caen?

The distance between Calais and Caen is 442 km. The road distance is 334.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Caen without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs €70 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Calais to Caen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Caen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Calais to Caen train from?

Calais to Caen train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Ville station.

Train or bus from Calais to Caen?

The best way to get from Calais to Caen is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs €70 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Calais to Caen bus arrive?

Calais to Caen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Calais to Caen train arrive?

Calais to Caen train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Amiens station.

Can I drive from Calais to Caen?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Caen is 334 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Calais to Caen.

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

Book your Calais to Caen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 2758+ hotels available in Caen.

Can I share a ride from Calais to Caen?

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

Calais to Caen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Calais to Caen by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Calais Ville to Amienstrain Ter
2. Take the train from Amiens to Rouen Rive Droitetrain P45 / ...
3. Take the train from Rouen Rive Droite to Caentrain P10
6h 11m
€74–164
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Calais to Caenrideshare 336.8 km
4h 10m
€21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Calais to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 700 / ...
2. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Caen - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 15m
€41–66
Drive 334.5 km
1. Drive from Calais to Caencar 334.5 km
3h 15m
€52–75

Calais to Caen by train

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6h 11mAverage Duration

€74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 442.2 km
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Caen via Amiens and Rouen Rive Droite in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Calais to Caen - Bus Station via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station in around 8h 15m.

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