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

The cheapest way to get from Lille to Caen is to rideshare which costs €22 - €25 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lille to Caen is to train via Paris which takes 3h 28m and costs €70 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Lille and Caen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lille and arriving at Caen. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Lille and Caen?

No, there is no direct train from Lille to Caen. However, there are services departing from Lille Flandres and arriving at Caen via Magenta and Paris Saint-Lazare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Lille to Caen?

The distance between Lille and Caen is 466 km. The road distance is 355.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lille to Caen without a car is to train via Paris which takes 3h 28m and costs €70 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Lille to Caen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lille to Caen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lille to Caen train from?

Lille to Caen train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lille Flandres station.

Train or bus from Lille to Caen?

The best way to get from Lille to Caen is to train via Paris which takes 3h 28m and costs €70 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Lille to Caen bus arrive?

Lille to Caen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Caen station.

Where does the Lille to Caen train arrive?

Lille to Caen train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Lille to Caen?

Yes, the driving distance between Lille to Caen is 355 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Lille to Caen.

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

Book your Lille to Caen train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 2619+ hotels available in Caen.

Can I share a ride from Lille to Caen?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lille 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 Lille Flandres to Paris NordTgv
2. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to CaenK2+ / ...
3h 28m
€70–147
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lille to Caen356 km
4h 40m
€22–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lille to Caen712
5h 30m
€28–45
Train
1. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Rouen Rive DroiteTer
2. Take the train from Rouen Rive Droite to CaenP10
5h 7m
€70–127
Drive 355.1 km
1. Drive from Lille to Caen355.1 km
3h 55m
€55–79

Lille to Caen by train

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3h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 465.9 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Lille Flandres to Caen via Paris Nord, Magenta, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, and Paris Saint-Lazare in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lille to Caen once daily. Tickets cost €28–40 and the journey takes 5h 30m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route once daily.

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