What is the cheapest way to get from Loire Valley to Caen?

The cheapest way to get from Loire Valley to Caen is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Loire Valley to Caen?

The fastest way to get from Loire Valley to Caen is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Loire Valley and Caen?

No, there is no direct bus from Loire Valley to Caen. However, there are services departing from Le Chillou 2 - Varennes Sur Loire and arriving at Caen via Marechaux 1 - Saumur, Saumur and Le Mans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Loire Valley to Caen?

The distance between Loire Valley and Caen is 319 km. The road distance is 254.3 km.

How do I travel from Loire Valley to Caen without a car?

The best way to get from Loire Valley to Caen without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs €75 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Loire Valley to Caen?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Loire Valley to Caen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loire Valley to Caen bus from?

Loire Valley to Caen bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Saumur station.

Train or bus from Loire Valley to Caen?

The best way to get from Loire Valley to Caen is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs €75 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Loire Valley to Caen bus arrive?

Loire Valley to Caen bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Le Mans station.

Can I drive from Loire Valley to Caen?

Yes, the driving distance between Loire Valley to Caen is 254 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Loire Valley to Caen.

Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 2681+ hotels available in Caen.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Loire Valley to Caen by train (TGV), bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Saumur to Angers St LaudTer
2. Take the train from Angers Saint-Laud to Le MansTer
3. Take the train from Le Mans to CaenK39
4h 21m
€78–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saumur to Le MansAutocar
2. Take the bus from Le Mans to CaenAutocar
8h 22m
€38–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gare SNCF to Gare SNCF26
2. Take the train from Le Mans to CaenK39
7h 10m
Drive 254.3 km
1. Drive from Loire Valley to Caen254.3 km
3h 9m
€40–57
Bus, train via Angers
1. Take the bus from Gare routière Balzac to Gare Routière et SNCF404 / ...
2. Take the train from Angers Saint-Laud to Le MansTer
3. Take the train from Le Mans to CaenK39
6h 58m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 319.1 km
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Loire Valley, France and Caen, France?

You can take a vehicle from Loire Valley to Caen via Saumur, Angers Saint-Laud, and Le Mans in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Loire Valley to Caen via Le Chillou 2 - Varennes Sur Loire, Marechaux 1 - Saumur, Gare Sncf 1 - Saumur, Saumur, and Le Mans in around 8h 22m.

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