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

The cheapest way to get from Challans to Caen is to train and bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Challans to Caen is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Challans and Caen?

No, there is no direct bus from Challans to Caen. However, there are services departing from Gare SNCF and arriving at Caen via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Challans and Caen?

No, there is no direct train from Challans to Caen. However, there are services departing from Challans and arriving at Caen via Nantes and Le Mans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Challans to Caen?

The distance between Challans and Caen is 410 km. The road distance is 346.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Challans to Caen without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs €55 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Challans to Caen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Challans to Caen bus from?

Challans to Caen bus services, operated by Aléop Lignes Express régionales, depart from Gare SNCF station.

Where do I catch the Challans to Caen train from?

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

Train or bus from Challans to Caen?

The best way to get from Challans to Caen is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs €55 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Challans to Caen bus arrive?

Challans to Caen bus services, operated by Aléop Lignes Express régionales, arrive at Nantes Gare SNCF station.

Where does the Challans to Caen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Challans to Caen?

Yes, the driving distance between Challans to Caen is 346 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Challans to Caen.

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

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Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 2670+ hotels available in Caen.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Challans to Caen by train (TGV), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Challans to NantesTer
2. Take the train from Nantes to Le MansTer
3. Take the train from Le Mans to CaenK39
5h 27m
€56–190
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Challans to Reze Pont RousseauTer
2. Take the bus from Nantes - Airport - Arrivals Zone 1 to Caen - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
7h 36m
€39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gare SNCF to Nantes Gare SNCF12
2. Take the bus from Nantes to Caen712
6h 45m
Drive 346.4 km
1. Drive from Challans to Caen346.4 km
3h 37m
€54–77
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Challans to Reze Pont Rousseau
2. Fly from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Caen – Carpiquet Airport (CFR)NTE - CFR
7h 57m
€154–338

Challans to Caen by train

55Weekly Trains

5h 27mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 409.8 km
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a train from Challans to Caen via Nantes and Le Mans in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gare SNCF to Caen via Nantes Gare SNCF and Nantes in around 6h 45m.

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