- Must visit
Les Jardins d'Étretat
Contemporary sculpture and landscape garden on the cliffs with curated installations and sea views. It blends art, design, and Étretat’s scenery.
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$6
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$11
Fastest journey on Aug 30
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
1 h 35 m
Buses on Aug 30
2
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rouen to Étretat is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rouen to Étretat will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 2 buses from Rouen to Étretat, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct buses cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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.
7971
FlixBus
7971
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rouen to Étretat among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, while a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Rouen to Étretat:
A bus is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rouen to Étretat costing on average $18.
Other travel options to Étretat take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 35m.
Tickets start at around $13 compared to roughly $26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $13. The journey takes 1h 35m versus 1h 12m 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
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 | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:26AM | Duration 1h26 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 10:06AM | Arrival Time 11:31AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 12:07PM | Arrival Time 01:31PM | Duration 1h24 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 02:01PM | Arrival Time 03:26PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 02:09PM | Arrival Time 03:26PM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:26PM | Duration 1h26 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 06:06PM | Arrival Time 07:31PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 07:03PM | Arrival Time 08:31PM | Duration 1h28 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Rouen to Étretat buses for tomorrow, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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7971 | 10:05 AM Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 1h35 | 11:40 AM Étretat, Rue Guy de Maupassant (Le Grand Val) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Rouen, Avenue Champlain | 1h35 | 12:10 PM Étretat, Rue Guy de Maupassant (Le Grand Val) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rouen to Étretat run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:54, the last at 22:04. The fastest bus covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 5:54 AM |
Last bus 10:04 PM |
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Discover the best of Étretat — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Étretat trip today.
Contemporary sculpture and landscape garden on the cliffs with curated installations and sea views. It blends art, design, and Étretat’s scenery.
Maurice Leblanc’s former house-museum explores Arsène Lupin through immersive displays. A top cultural stop for literature fans in Étretat.
Small local gallery presenting paintings inspired by the Norman coast. A useful stop for visitors seeking contemporary regional art.
Main pebble beach framed by famous chalk cliffs. It is the essential place for views, photography, and easy access to Étretat’s coastal walks.
Clifftop path west of town leading to Porte d'Aval and the Needle. It offers some of the best panoramas on the Normandy coast.
Formal artistic gardens overlooking the sea, famous for topiary and installations. One of Étretat’s most photogenic recent attractions.
Fresh Normandy oysters are prized on this coast for their briny, clean flavor and are a classic seaside treat near Étretat.
Moules marinières are mussels cooked with white wine, shallots, and butter, a beloved French coastal dish commonly served in Étretat.
Sole meunière is local sole lightly pan-fried in butter and lemon, showcasing the fresh fish landed along the Normandy coast.
Refined seafood restaurant with cliff views, known for elegant Norman dishes and a polished setting suited to a special meal.
Established Étretat address serving seafood and Norman classics in a traditional, comfortable dining room near the seafront.
Casual crêperie popular for galettes, crêpes, and cider, offering a relaxed stop for a simple regional meal in town.
Moderate for coastal France. Hotels rise in summer; dining is mid-priced, while local buses are affordable. Scenic location can make tourist-area meals cost more than inland towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafés is enough. Taxis are often rounded up to the next euro.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rouen to Étretat 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 Étretat, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rouen to Étretat buses use the Rouen, Avenue Champlain to Étretat, Rue Guy de Maupassant (Le Grand Val) station pair. Use this guide to compare Rouen and Étretat bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Rouen, Avenue Champlain is 1 km from Rouen city centre. Public transport options include:
Rouen, Avenue Champlain has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Le Bistro Rouennais (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Available at Rouen, Avenue Champlain: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rouen, Avenue Champlain: Elevators, ramps.
Étretat, Rue Guy de Maupassant (Le Grand Val) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Étretat, Rue Guy de Maupassant (Le Grand Val). ATMs are available at Étretat, Rue Guy de Maupassant (Le Grand Val).
Ticket office support is available at Étretat, Rue Guy de Maupassant (Le Grand Val).
Available at Étretat, Rue Guy de Maupassant (Le Grand Val): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Étretat, Rue Guy de Maupassant (Le Grand Val): Basic accessibility features available.
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