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

The cheapest way to get from Carnac to Caen is to bus which costs €23 - €80 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnac to Caen is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Carnac and Caen?

No, there is no direct bus from Carnac to Caen. However, there are services departing from Illertissen and arriving at Caen via Auray and Rennes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Carnac to Caen?

The distance between Carnac and Caen is 353 km. The road distance is 322.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Carnac to Caen without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 10m and costs €35 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Carnac to Caen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnac to Caen bus from?

Carnac to Caen bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Auray station.

Train or bus from Carnac to Caen?

The best way to get from Carnac to Caen is to train via Le Mans which takes 6h 23m and costs €75 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €80 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Carnac to Caen bus arrive?

Carnac to Caen bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Rennes station.

Can I drive from Carnac to Caen?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnac to Caen is 322 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Carnac to Caen.

Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 3099+ hotels available in Caen.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Carnac to Caen by train, bus, train (TGV), 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Auray to Rennestrain Ter / ...
2. Take the bus from Rennes to Caenbus Autocar
6h 10m
€37–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auray to Rennesbus 67868
2. Take the bus from Rennes to Caenbus Autocar
7h 49m
€23–77
Train via Le Mans
1. Take the train from Auray to Le Manstrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Le Mans to Caentrain Ter
6h 23m
€79–169
Drive 322.1 km
1. Drive from Carnac to Caencar 322.1 km
3h 18m
€51–73
Train
1. Take the train from Auray to Rennestrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Rennes to Caentrain Ter
6h 43m
€69–145

Carnac to Caen by bus and train

56Weekly Services

6h 10mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 353.1 km
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Carnac, Bretagne, France and Caen, France?

You can take a bus from Illertissen to Caen via Gare SNCF Plouharnel-Carnac, Plouharnel Carnac, Auray, and Le Mans in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Illertissen to Caen via Gare Routière, Auray, and Rennes in around 7h 49m.

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