- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rouen
Major fine-arts museum with strong collections of Impressionist, Renaissance, and Baroque works; one of Rouen’s top cultural stops.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arras to Rouen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arras to Rouen will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 3 trains that leave Arras for Rouen on Sun, Jun 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 16 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 Arras to Rouen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $22.
Distance: 95 miles (153 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Arras to Rouen:
A train is $0.07 (€0.06) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Arras to Rouen costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Rouen take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 43m.
The journey is about 11m faster (2h 11m by train vs 2h 22m by car) and roughly $15 (€13) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($38 (€31) vs $54 (€44)). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Arras to Rouen trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:40 AM Arras | 4h16 | 1:56 PM Rouen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:42 AM Arras | 4h14 | 2:56 PM Rouen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:42 PM Arras | 2h05 | 5:47 PM Rouen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Arras to Rouen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 95 miles (153 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 9:18 PM |
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Major fine-arts museum with strong collections of Impressionist, Renaissance, and Baroque works; one of Rouen’s top cultural stops.
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Unusual decorative-arts museum in a former church, famous for its remarkable wrought-iron collection, from signs to locks and tools.
Historic square linked to Joan of Arc, lined with timbered buildings and a lively atmosphere in the old town.
Rouen’s signature pedestrian street connecting major sights, known for medieval façades, shops, and the famous clock arch.
Best area to appreciate the cathedral façade and one of the essential open spaces for first-time visitors.
Signature Rouen duck dish, traditionally pressed and served with a rich blood, wine, and liver sauce; one of the city’s most famous specialties.
Traditional Norman rice pudding slowly baked with milk, sugar, and cinnamon until deeply caramelized; a classic regional dessert.
Norman dessert of pears baked in pastry, often with sugar and butter; especially associated with the region around Rouen.
Well-known fine dining restaurant led by an acclaimed chef, offering refined French and Norman cuisine with elegant presentation.
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Established Rouen restaurant appreciated for classic French dishes, seafood, and a comfortable, dependable dining experience.
Moderate by French standards. Cafés and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Leaving small change or rounding up is appreciated; 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is optional. Round up taxi fares.
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Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite -> Rouen City Center
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