- Must visit
MuMa - Musée d'art moderne André Malraux
Le Havre’s flagship fine arts museum facing the sea, renowned for Impressionist collections and light-filled architecture by the waterfront.










Cheapest price
$2
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
10m
Average duration
24m
Buses per day
11
Distance
49 km
Omio 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 | $42 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 $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Caen to Le Havre costing on average $42 (€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 $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | 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 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
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 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
The table below shows live departures for Caen to Le Havre buses for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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90660 | 8:40 PM Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 1h20 | 10:00 PM Le Havre, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
Le Havre’s flagship fine arts museum facing the sea, renowned for Impressionist collections and light-filled architecture by the waterfront.
Apartment recreated by Perret’s workshop, showing daily life in the rebuilt city and offering a vivid introduction to UNESCO Le Havre.
This historic shipowner’s house museum presents decorative arts and interiors, revealing Le Havre’s affluent maritime past.
The rebuilt center by Auguste Perret is a UNESCO site, best explored on foot for its grand avenues, concrete harmony, and urban vistas.
Wide beach promenade with sea views, modern public spaces, and easy access to many of Le Havre’s most iconic waterfront sights.
Large hanging gardens in a former fort, offering themed landscapes, greenhouses, and superb viewpoints over the city and estuary.
Creamy mussels cooked in Normandy cider, cream, shallots, and herbs. A regional seaside classic that reflects the local shellfish trade and apple-growing heritage.
Fresh oysters from the Normandy coast, prized for their briny flavor and served simply to showcase the region’s long maritime and oyster-farming tradition.
Fish stew from Normandy coast waters, often made with white fish, shellfish, cream, cider, and aromatics. It is a comforting dish tied to local fishing culture.
Well-regarded seafood restaurant known for fresh fish and shellfish in an elegant but relaxed setting near the waterfront.
Established brasserie inside the Hôtel de Ville area, appreciated for classic French dishes, seafood, and a polished traditional atmosphere.
Popular local address for refined French cuisine with Normandy products, offering a cozy dining room and a strong neighborhood reputation.
Moderate for France: hotels and seafood dining can be pricier in peak season, but local transit and casual meals stay reasonable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Le Havre Gare routière -> Le Havre City Center
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caen to Le Havre by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Le Havre, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Caen to Le Havre buses use the Caen, Pl. de la Gare to Le Havre, Gare routière station pair. Use this guide to compare Caen and Le Havre bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Caen, Pl. de la Gare is 1 km from Caen city centre. Public transport options include:
Caen, Pl. de la Gare has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Caen, Pl. de la Gare: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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