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Mémorial de Caen
Major museum covering the Second World War, D-Day, and peace. One of Normandy’s essential visits for context, reflection, and powerful exhibits.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Caen will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 5 buses from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Caen, including 5 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Caen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 but you can travel from only $10 by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:20, the last at 23:14. The fastest bus covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 5:20 AM |
Last bus 11:14 PM |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Caen.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 04:21PM | Arrival Time 06:37PM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 04:44PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Caen buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:30 AM Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | 1h00 | 8:30 AM Caen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | 1h10 | 12:10 PM Caen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major museum covering the Second World War, D-Day, and peace. One of Normandy’s essential visits for context, reflection, and powerful exhibits.
Fine arts museum inside Caen Castle, known for European paintings, engravings, and thoughtful exhibitions in a prestigious historic setting.
Archaeology museum in the castle presenting regional finds from prehistory to the Middle Ages, ideal for understanding Normandy’s long history.
Lively old quarter below the castle, loved for its stone houses, narrow lanes, and atmosphere that preserves a strong sense of historic Caen.
Grand central square lined with historic buildings and terraces, ideal for orienting yourself and experiencing Caen’s daily urban life.
Main pedestrian-friendly shopping street linking major monuments, useful for strolling between old center highlights and civic landmarks.
Tripe simmered with cider, calvados and aromatics in the traditional Caen style. It is the city’s signature Norman dish with deep local roots.
Soft-ripened Norman cow’s milk cheese from nearby villages. Its creamy center and washed rind make it a classic taste of the Caen area.
Raw milk Norman cheese with a stronger, saltier character than Camembert. Traditionally made in Calvados and widely enjoyed around Caen.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining known for refined Norman ingredients and polished service in a contemporary fine dining setting.
Historic brasserie near the center, appreciated for seafood, oysters, choucroute de la mer and classic French service.
Traditional crêperie in the Vaugueux area serving galettes, crêpes and Normandy cider in a relaxed old-town atmosphere.
Moderate for France: hotels and restaurants are mid-priced, while local transit is affordable and many sights are low-cost versus Paris or the Riviera.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafés. Taxis can be rounded up.
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