The cheapest and fastest trains from Annecy to Caen
Cheapest price
$182
Average price
$182
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
608 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Annecy to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Annecy to Caen will cost around $182 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $182.
Of the 1 trains that leave Annecy for Caen on Sat, May 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct trains cover the 608 km distance in an average of 6 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest trains will take 6 h 50 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.
2:04 PM6h50Annecy8:54 PMCaen$1821One-way0 transfers
2:04 PM6h50Annecy8:54 PMCaen$1821One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Annecy to Caen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Annecy to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $75. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, and a flight costs an average of $233.
Distance: 377 miles (608 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$183 Average price | $104 Average price Cheapest | $483 Average price | $267 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 15m Average total duration 12h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 40m Average total duration 17h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Annecy to Caen:
A bus is $78 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annecy to Caen costing on average $183 (€147).
A bus is $378 (€304) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Annecy to Caen costing on average $483 (€388).
Other travel options to Caen take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 45m.
Flight takes on average 17h 40m.
The journey is about 1h 48m faster (5h 55m by train vs 7h 43m by car) and roughly $84 (€68) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($183 (€147) vs $267 (€215)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Annecy to Caen train times
The table below shows live departures for Annecy to Caen trains for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:53 AM Annecy | 7h00 | 4:53 PM Caen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:28 AM Annecy | 6h34 | 5:02 PM Caen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:53 PM Annecy | 7h01 | 8:54 PM Caen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Annecy to Caen
Trains from Annecy to Caen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $133 (€107) but you can travel from only $75 (€60) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 19:29. The fastest train covers the 377 miles (608 km) distance in 6h 32m.
Distance 377 miles (608 km) |
Average train duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $133 (€107) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 32m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 7:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Annecy to Caen trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Annecy and Caen from $75 (€60). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
FAQs: Trains from Annecy to Caen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Annecy to Caen by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Caen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Annecy to Caen
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenue de Chevêne.
- Restaurant Le Freti
- L'Etage
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Novotel Annecy Centre
- Best Western Hotel International Annecy
- Hotel des Alpes
- Located in the main hall
- 250 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional TER trains
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Bistrot de la Gare
- La Ficelle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Bristol
- Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare
- Hotel de la Paix
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and national destinations
- Bus: Lines 12, 12 Express, 30, 31
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
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