- Must visit
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.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vire to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vire to Caen will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 1 buses that leave Vire for Caen on Wed, Jul 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 55 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 39 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 3 h 39 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vire to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $18, and a bus costs an average of $19.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vire to Caen:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vire to Caen costing on average $34 (€28).
Other travel options to Caen take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 21m.
You'll arrive about -1h -1m sooner (56m by bus vs 55m by car) and save roughly $-22.10 (€-18.20) compared to fuel and tolls ($34 (€28) vs $12 (€10)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie).
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) | Departure Time 05:42AM | Arrival Time 07:12AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) | Departure Time 06:53AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h47 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:21AM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 07:33AM | Arrival Time 11:12AM | Duration 3h39 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 08:33AM | Arrival Time 12:12PM | Duration 3h39 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:49PM | Duration 1h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 01:38PM | Duration 1h33 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) | Departure Time 03:07PM | Arrival Time 04:38PM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:09PM | Duration 1h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) | Departure Time 06:09PM | Arrival Time 07:39PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
The table below shows live departures for Vire to Caen buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:33 AM Vire | 3h39 | 12:12 PM Caen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Vire to Caen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:24, the last at 20:09. The fastest bus covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average bus duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 39m |
First bus 9:24 AM |
Last bus 8:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 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 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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