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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Rouen is to rideshare which costs €12 - €14 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Rouen is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Rouen?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Rouen. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Rouen via Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Rouen?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Rouen. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Rouen Rive Droite via Amiens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Calais to Rouen?

The distance between Calais and Rouen is 281 km. The road distance is 210 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Rouen without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €45 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Calais to Rouen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Rouen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Calais to Rouen train from?

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

Train or bus from Calais to Rouen?

The best way to get from Calais to Rouen is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €45 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €50 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Calais to Rouen bus arrive?

Calais to Rouen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lille station.

Where does the Calais to Rouen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Calais to Rouen?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Rouen is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Calais to Rouen.

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

Book your Calais to Rouen train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Calais to Rouen?

Book your Calais to Rouen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rouen?

There are 1332+ hotels available in Rouen.

Can I share a ride from Calais to Rouen?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Calais to Rouen by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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 / ...
4h 10m
€47–104
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Calais to Rouenrideshare 212.1 km
2h 42m
€12–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Calais to Lillebus N280 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille to Rouenbus 712
6h 5m
€21–47
Drive 210 km
1. Drive from Calais to Rouencar 210 km
2h 1m
€32–47

Calais to Rouen by train

75Weekly Trains

4h 10mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 280.7 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Rouen Rive Droite via Amiens in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Calais to Rouen via Lille in around 6h 5m.

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