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MuMa Le Havre
Major fine arts museum with outstanding Impressionist and modern collections, famous for works linked to Monet, Boudin, and the Normandy coast.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 18 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Caen to Le Havre is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caen to Le Havre will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
It's difficult to get from Caen to Le Havre without transferring at least once.
50644 · 67703
50650 · 87701
50284 · 7711
50650 · 87701
50644 · 67703
50284 · 7711Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Caen to Le Havre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 29 miles (48 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Caen to Le Havre:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Caen to Le Havre costing on average $43 (€34).
Other travel options to Le Havre take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 32m.
Tickets start at around $18 (€14) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $14 (€12). The journey takes 1h 38m versus 1h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie).
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
The table below shows live departures for Caen to Le Havre buses for today, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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50650 · 87701 | 7:50 AM Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 6h20 | 2:10 PM Le Havre, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
51901 · 7711 | 12:20 PM Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 7h00 | 7:20 PM Le Havre, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
50644 · 67703 | 4:20 PM Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 6h45 | 11:05 PM Le Havre, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Caen to Le Havre run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 20:40. The fastest bus covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 8:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Le Havre — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Le Havre trip today.
Major fine arts museum with outstanding Impressionist and modern collections, famous for works linked to Monet, Boudin, and the Normandy coast.
Historic 18th-century shipowner's house presenting period interiors and daily life in Le Havre's maritime trading era.
Reconstructed model apartment illustrating postwar reconstruction and the architectural vision of Auguste Perret in central Le Havre.
The rebuilt center by Auguste Perret is the city's essential walking area, admired for its modernist grid, wide avenues, and architecture.
Popular seafront for walking, cycling, and sunset views, lined with modern public spaces and a lively local atmosphere.
Hilltop gardens in a former fort with panoramic viewpoints over the city, port, and sea, especially attractive in good weather.
Mussels cooked with cream, cider, shallots, and often apples, reflecting Normandy’s famous dairy and apple traditions.
A classic Normandy fish dish, usually sole served with mushrooms, mussels, shrimp, cream, and butter sauce.
Scallops prepared in a creamy sauce with mushrooms and sometimes cider, popular along the Normandy coast.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for modern Norman seafood and elegant tasting menus in a polished setting.
Historic Le Havre brasserie loved for generous seafood platters, choucroute, and lively traditional atmosphere.
Well-known local restaurant serving classic French and Norman dishes with a cozy, established bistro feel.
Prices are moderate for France. Cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated, not required. Small tips for taxis are optional.
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