The cheapest and fastest trains from Caen to Cholet
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caen to Cholet is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caen to Cholet will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
It's difficult to get from Caen to Cholet without transferring at least 2 times.
16558 · 857433 · 85932112:49 PM4h18Gare de Caen5:07 PMCholet station$711One-way2 transfers
853642 · 857429 · 8593474:49 PM4h19Gare de Caen9:08 PMCholet station$711One-way2 transfers
857118+
8881+
8593252:45 PM4h23Gare de Caen7:08 PMCholet station$791One-way2 transfers
853624+
8935+
8593315:48 PM4h21Gare de Caen10:09 PMCholet station$801One-way2 transfers
16550+
8973+
8593117:46 AM4h21Gare de Caen12:07 PMCholet station$801One-way2 transfers
16558 · 857433 · 85932112:49 PM4h18Gare de Caen5:07 PMCholet station$711One-way2 transfers
853642 · 857429 · 8593474:49 PM4h19Gare de Caen9:08 PMCholet station$711One-way2 transfers
853624+
8935+
8593315:48 PM4h21Gare de Caen10:09 PMCholet station$801One-way2 transfers
16550+
8973+
8593117:46 AM4h21Gare de Caen12:07 PMCholet station$801One-way2 transfers
857118+
8881+
8593252:45 PM4h23Gare de Caen7:08 PMCholet station$791One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Caen to Cholet
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Caen to Cholet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $259.
Distance: 148 miles (239 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$86 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $552 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Caen to Cholet:
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Caen to Cholet costing on average $86 (€70).
A bus is $519 (€423) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Caen to Cholet costing on average $552 (€450).
Other travel options to Cholet take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 14m.
Bus takes on average 3h 40m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (3h 2m by train vs 3h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $86 (€70) compared to roughly $54 (€44) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Caen to Cholet train times
The table below shows live departures for Caen to Cholet trains for today, Thursday, June 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
853624+ 8887+ 859331 | On time 5:48 PM Gare de Caen | 4h21 | 10:09 PM Cholet station | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 12 | |||||
16550+ 8973+ 859311 | 7:46 AM Gare de Caen | 4h21 | 12:07 PM Cholet station | 2 transfers | |
8805+ 3304+ 97103 | 7:57 AM Gare de Caen | 6h36 | 2:33 PM Cholet | 2 transfers | |
3304+ 8805+ 859363 | 7:57 AM Gare de Caen | 5h43 | 1:40 PM Cholet station | 2 transfers | |
8875+ 3306+ 75001 | 10:06 AM Gare de Caen | 7h14 | 5:20 PM Cholet | 2 transfers | |
16558 · 857433 · 859321 | 12:49 PM Gare de Caen | 4h18 | 5:07 PM Cholet station | 2 transfers | |
857118+ 8881+ 859325 | 2:45 PM Gare de Caen | 4h23 | 7:08 PM Cholet station | 2 transfers | |
853642 · 859347 · 857429 | 4:49 PM Gare de Caen | 4h19 | 9:08 PM Cholet station | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Caen to Cholet
Trains from Caen to Cholet run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 19:35. The fastest train covers the 148 miles (239 km) distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 148 miles (239 km) |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 7:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Caen to Cholet trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Caen and Cholet from $33 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Caen to Cholet
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caen to Cholet 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 Cholet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Caen to Cholet
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with 24/7 access.
- Le Grain de Sel
- La Taverne
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- ibis Cholet
- Mercure Cholet Centre Hotel
- Hotel du Cormier
- Located in the main hall
- 70 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional trains
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