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

The cheapest way to get from Metz to Caen is to rideshare which costs €37 and takes 6h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Metz to Caen is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs €75 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Metz and Caen?

No, there is no direct bus from Metz to Caen station. However, there are services departing from Metz and arriving at Caen - Bus Station via Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Metz and Caen?

No, there is no direct train from Metz to Caen. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville and arriving at Caen via Marne-la-Vallée Chessy and Paris Saint-Lazare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Metz to Caen?

The distance between Metz and Caen is 554 km. The road distance is 552.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Metz to Caen without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs €75 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Metz to Caen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metz to Caen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Metz to Caen train from?

Metz to Caen train services, operated by Luxembourg Railways (CFL), depart from Metz Ville station.

Train or bus from Metz to Caen?

The best way to get from Metz to Caen is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs €75 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €85 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Metz to Caen bus arrive?

Metz to Caen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Metz to Caen train arrive?

Metz to Caen train services, operated by Luxembourg Railways (CFL), arrive at Marne La Vallee Chessy station.

Can I drive from Metz to Caen?

Yes, the driving distance between Metz to Caen is 552 km. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Metz to Caen.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 2686+ hotels available in Caen.

Can I share a ride from Metz to Caen?

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

Metz to Caen - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 7 ways to get from Metz to Caen by train (TGV), bus, car, train, plane, or rideshare

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 Metz Ville to Paris EstTgv
2. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to CaenK2+ / ...
4h 7m
€77–166
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Metz to Caen553.8 km
6h 42m
€37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Metz to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)N215 / ...
2. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Caen - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
8h 25m
€48–85
Drive 552.1 km
1. Drive from Metz to Caen552.1 km
5h 21m
€85–122
Train to Strasbourg International Airport, fly to Caen – Carpiquet Airport
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Strasbourg
2. Fly from Strasbourg International Airport (SXB) to Caen – Carpiquet Airport (CFR)SXB - CFR
6h 59m
€137–414
Train via Lagny-sur-Marne
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Marne La Vallee ChessyTgv
2. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to CaenK2+ / ...
5h 49m
€168–263
Train to Luxembourg, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourg
2. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)LUX - CDG
3. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Caen
7h 33m
€124–323

Metz to Caen by train and bus

70Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

€77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 554.2 km
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a train from Metz Ville to Caen via Paris Est, Gare de l'est, Pasquier - Anjou, and Paris Saint-Lazare in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Metz to Caen - Bus Station via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station in around 8h 25m.

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