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Mémorial de Caen
Major museum and peace memorial covering World War II, the Battle of Normandy, and the Cold War. One of Caen’s signature cultural sites and a strong starting point for understanding regional history.
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
11 h 45 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
511 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Caen will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
It's difficult to get from Amsterdam to Caen without transferring at least once.
1674 · 51900
1602 · 50655
1608 · 50655
1696 · 50651
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
1674 · 51900
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $197.
Distance: 317 miles (511 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$78 Average price Cheapest | $232 Average price | $386 Average price |
11h 5m Average total duration 10h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration Fastest 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 16m Average total duration 16h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Caen:
A bus is $154 (€124) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Caen costing on average $232 (€187).
A bus is $308 (€248) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Caen costing on average $386 (€311).
Other travel options to Caen take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 35m.
Flight takes on average 16h 16m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Caen buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Amsterdam | 13h40 | 11:15 AM Caen, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 13h35 | 11:15 AM Caen, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
1608 · 50655 | 11:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h30 | 1:30 PM Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 1 transfer | |
1602 · 50655 | 11:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 14h00 | 1:30 PM Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 11h30 | 11:15 AM Caen, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 12h10 | 12:00 PM Caen, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 11h20 | 11:15 AM Caen, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 11h45 | 12:00 PM Caen, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 AM Amsterdam | 12h30 | 3:45 PM Caen, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 12h05 | 3:45 PM Caen, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 11h45 | 3:45 PM Caen, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 13h10 | 7:20 PM Caen, Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 AM Amsterdam | 12h40 | 7:20 PM Caen, Gare Routière | 2 transfers | |
1674 · 51900 | 7:05 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 11h55 | 7:00 PM Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 1 transfer | |
1696 · 50651 | 8:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 13h05 | 9:05 PM Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 11h15 | 7:20 PM Caen, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Amsterdam to Caen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 317 miles (511 km) distance in 10h 50m.
Distance 317 miles (511 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 10h 50m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Caen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Caen trip today.
Major museum and peace memorial covering World War II, the Battle of Normandy, and the Cold War. One of Caen’s signature cultural sites and a strong starting point for understanding regional history.
Museum inside the castle presenting Normandy’s archaeology, ethnography, and regional history from prehistory onward. A compact but rewarding museum in a landmark setting.
Caen’s fine arts museum, known for European paintings from the Renaissance to the modern era and quality temporary exhibitions. Located within Caen Castle.
Historic quarter of narrow streets and old houses below the castle. One of the most charming areas for walking and among the most photographed parts of Caen.
Lively central square framed by historic buildings and terraces. A classic urban stop that works well for soaking up the city atmosphere.
The marina area offers pleasant waterside walks, modern city views, and easy access to nearby neighborhoods. Popular for a more relaxed side of Caen.
Caen’s signature dish: beef tripe and feet slowly braised with cider, Calvados, vegetables, and herbs in a sealed pot. It is one of Normandy’s most emblematic specialties.
A traditional Norman rice pudding baked for hours with milk, sugar, and cinnamon until deeply caramelized. It is a classic comfort dessert in and around Caen.
The region’s famous raw-milk soft cheese, rich and earthy, often enjoyed with bread or cider. It is one of the best-known products of Normandy.
An established fine dining restaurant in Caen known for refined modern French cuisine, careful presentation, and an intimate atmosphere.
A well-known traditional restaurant in the historic Vaugueux quarter, appreciated for Norman classics, warm service, and a cozy old-town atmosphere.
A popular casual spot for savory buckwheat galettes and sweet crêpes, offering a relaxed atmosphere and a dependable taste of local regional dining.
Moderate for France: cafés and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak periods.
Service is usually included. Leaving small change or rounding up is appreciated; about 5-10% for excellent service. Taxis can be rounded up, but tipping is not obligatory.
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Caen, Gare Routière -> Caen Centre-Ville
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