What is the cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Caen?

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Caen is to rideshare which costs €27 and takes 5h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Caen?

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Caen is to drive which takes 5h and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Caen?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Caen station. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Caen - Bus Station via Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Caen?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Caen. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Caen via Montparnasse Bienvenue and Paris St Lazare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Caen?

The distance between La Rochelle and Caen is 705 km. The road distance is 390.9 km.

How do I travel from La Rochelle to Caen without a car?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Caen without a car is to train via Paris which takes 5h 47m and costs €110 - €240.

How long does it take to get from La Rochelle to Caen?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from La Rochelle to Caen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Caen bus from?

La Rochelle to Caen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from La Rochelle station.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Caen train from?

La Rochelle to Caen train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from La Rochelle Ville station.

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Caen?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Caen is to train via Paris which takes 5h 47m and costs €110 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Caen bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Caen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nantes station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Caen train arrive?

La Rochelle to Caen train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Caen?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Caen is 391 km. It takes approximately 5h to drive from La Rochelle to Caen.

How do I get a train ticket from La Rochelle to Caen?

Book your La Rochelle to Caen train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Caen?

Book your La Rochelle to Caen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 2989+ hotels available in Caen.

Can I share a ride from La Rochelle to Caen?

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

La Rochelle to Caen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from La Rochelle to Caen by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, train, 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 via Paris
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2train Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris St Lazare to Caentrain 3311 / ...
5h 47m
€111–238
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from La Rochelle to Caenrideshare 392.3 km
5h 26m
€27
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Nantesbus FlixBus N1721 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub to Caen - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 40m
€30–59
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Nantes to Rennestrain Ter
3. Take the train from Rennes to Caentrain Ter
8h 28m
€91–205
Drive 390.9 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Caencar 390.9 km
5h
€61–88

La Rochelle to Caen by train and subway

49Weekly Services

5h 47mAverage Duration

€111Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Caen.

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Distance: 704.8 km
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Caen, France?

You can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to Caen via Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, Montparnasse Bienvenue, Saint-Lazare, and Paris St Lazare in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle to Caen - Bus Station via Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub in around 7h 40m.

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