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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Caen is to bus which costs €35 - €150 and takes 17h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Caen is to train and fly which takes 7h 41m and costs €90 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Caen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Caen station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Caen - Bus Station via London Victoria and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Caen?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Caen. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Caen via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl, Magenta and Paris Saint-Lazare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Caen?

The distance between Cardiff and Caen is 928 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Caen without a car is to train which takes 7h 42m and costs €150 - €470.

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

It takes approximately 7h 42m to get from Cardiff to Caen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Caen bus from?

Cardiff to Caen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Caen train from?

Cardiff to Caen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Caen?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Caen is to train which takes 7h 42m and costs €150 - €470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €150 and takes 17h 44m.

Where does the Cardiff to Caen bus arrive?

Cardiff to Caen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Caen?

Caen is 1h ahead of Cardiff. It is currently 1:14 AM in Cardiff and 2:14 AM in Caen.

Where does the Cardiff to Caen train arrive?

Cardiff to Caen train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Caen?

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Cardiff to Caen - 8 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Caen by train (Eurostar), car, car ferry, bus, car train, train, plane, or ferry

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 Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris NordEil
3. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to CaenK2+
7h 42m
€152–462
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700
3. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Caen - Bus Station
17h 44m
€39–150
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Cardiff to Portsmouth International Port
2. Take the car ferry from Portsmouth International Port to Caen
9h 5m
€61–339
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Cardiff to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Caen
7h 22m
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth HarbourCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour
2. Take the car ferry from Portsmouth International Port to Caen
11h 46m
€95–426
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)BRS - CDG
3. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Caen
7h 41m
€93–271
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)BHX - CDG
3. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Caen
8h 44m
€126–378
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Jersey Airport, ferry, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Jersey Airport (JER)BRS - JER
3. Take the ferry from Jersey St Helier to Granville
4. Take the train from Granville to Caen
9h 36m
€135–368

Cardiff to Caen by train and subway

110Weekly Services

7h 42mAverage Duration

€152Cheapest Price

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Distance: 928.2 km
Duration: 7h 42m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Caen, France?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Caen via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Magenta, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, and Paris Saint-Lazare in around 7h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Caen - Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Paris, and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station in around 17h 44m.

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