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

The cheapest way to get from Paris to Caen is to rideshare which costs €14 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paris to Caen is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs €35 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Paris and Caen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arriving at Caen. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Paris and Caen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paris St Lazare and arriving at Caen. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Paris to Caen?

The distance between Paris and Caen is 238 km. The road distance is 233.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Paris to Caen without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs €35 - €65.

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

The train from Paris St Lazare to Caen takes 1h 54m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Paris to Caen bus from?

Paris to Caen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where do I catch the Paris to Caen train from?

Paris to Caen train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Paris St Lazare station.

Train or bus from Paris to Caen?

The best way to get from Paris to Caen is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €35 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Paris to Caen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paris to Caen train arrive?

Paris to Caen train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Caen station.

Can I drive from Paris to Caen?

Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Caen is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Paris to Caen.

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

Book your Paris to Caen train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 2630+ hotels available in Caen.

Can I share a ride from Paris to Caen?

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

Paris to Caen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Paris to Caen by train, bus, car, 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 Paris St Lazare to Caen3301 / ...
1h 54m
€35–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Caen772 / ...
3h 35m
€12–35
Drive 233.8 km
1. Drive from Paris to Caen233.8 km
2h 18m
€36–52
Train via Gare Magenta
1. Take the train from Paris Saint-Lazare to CaenK2+ / ...
2h 20m
€35–66
Train via Évreux
1. Take the train from Gare Saint-Lazare to Évreux NormandieTer
2. Take the train from Évreux Normandie to CaenK21+ / ...
2h 54m
€45–57
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Paris to Caen234.5 km
2h 58m
€14

Paris to Caen by train

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1h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 238.1 km
Duration: 1h 54m

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Paris St Lazare to Caen hourly. Tickets cost €35–65 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Caen 3 times a day. Tickets cost €12–35 and the journey takes 3h 35m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route once a week.

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