What is the cheapest way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac?

The cheapest way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac is to drive which costs €50 - €80 and takes 4h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac?

The fastest way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Cherbourg-Octeville and Carnac?

No, there is no direct bus from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac. However, there are services departing from Cherbourg-Gare and arriving at Illertissen via Rennes and Gare Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

How far is it from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac?

The distance between Cherbourg-Octeville and Carnac is 462 km. The road distance is 341.8 km.

How do I travel from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac without a car?

The best way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac without a car is to train which takes 8h 22m and costs €60 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac?

It takes approximately 8h 22m to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac bus from?

Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac bus services, operated by Cap Cotentin, depart from Cherbourg-Gare station.

Train or bus from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac?

The best way to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac is to train which takes 8h 22m and costs €60 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac bus arrive?

Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac bus services, operated by Cap Cotentin, arrive at Rennes-Gare Routiere station.

Can I drive from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac?

Yes, the driving distance between Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac is 342 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac.

Where can I stay near Carnac?

There are 2169+ hotels available in Carnac.

Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac by train (TGV), bus, 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 Cherbourg to LisonTer
2. Take the train from Lison to RennesC12
3. Take the train from Rennes to AurayTer
8h 22m
€62–202
Drive 341.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac341.8 km
4h 8m
€53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cherbourg-Gare to Rennes-Gare RoutiereC<>R
2. Take the bus from Rennes to AurayN1702
9h 6m

Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac by train and bus

28Weekly Services

8h 22mAverage Duration

€62Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cherbourg-Octeville to Carnac.

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Distance: 462.3 km
Duration: 8h 22m

What companies run services between Cherbourg-Octeville, France and Carnac, Bretagne, France?

You can take a train from Cherbourg to Illertissen via Lison, Rennes, Auray, and Gare Routière in around 8h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cherbourg-Gare to Illertissen via Rennes-Gare Routiere, Rennes, and Gare Routière in around 9h 6m.

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