- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€258
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€266
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 19
33
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caen to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caen to London will cost around €266 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €258.
It's difficult to get from Caen to London without transferring at least once.
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9043Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Caen to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €43, while a flight costs an average of €437.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
€43 Average price Cheapest | €437 Average price | €88 Average price | €67 Average price | €122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 56m Average total duration 12h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 19m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Caen to London:
A train is €24 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Caen to London costing on average €67.
A train is €45 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Caen to London costing on average €88.
A train is €395 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Caen to London costing on average €437.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 29m.
Ferry takes on average 7h 19m.
Bus takes on average 12h 26m.
The journey is about 1h 25m faster (4h 29m by train vs 5h 54m by car) and roughly €79 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€43 vs €122). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Caen to London trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3336+ 9019 | 6:55 AM Gare de Caen | 5h35 | 11:30 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3336+ 9027 | 6:55 AM Gare de Caen | 7h35 | 1:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3336+ 9031 | 6:55 AM Gare de Caen | 8h35 | 2:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3304+ 9027 | 8:06 AM Gare de Caen | 6h24 | 1:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3304+ 9031 | 8:06 AM Gare de Caen | 7h24 | 2:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3304+ 9039 | 8:06 AM Gare de Caen | 9h24 | 4:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3338+ 9027 | 8:25 AM Gare de Caen | 6h05 | 1:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3338+ 9031 | 8:25 AM Gare de Caen | 7h05 | 2:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3338+ 9039 | 8:25 AM Gare de Caen | 9h05 | 4:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3340+ 9027 | 9:06 AM Gare de Caen | 5h24 | 1:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3340+ 9031 | 9:06 AM Gare de Caen | 6h24 | 2:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3340+ 9039 | 9:06 AM Gare de Caen | 8h24 | 4:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3306+ 9039 | 10:04 AM Gare de Caen | 7h26 | 4:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3306+ 9043 | 10:04 AM Gare de Caen | 8h31 | 5:35 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3306+ 9047 | 10:04 AM Gare de Caen | 9h26 | 6:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3308+ 9039 | 12:02 PM Gare de Caen | 5h28 | 4:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3308+ 9043 | 12:02 PM Gare de Caen | 6h33 | 5:35 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3308+ 9047 | 12:02 PM Gare de Caen | 7h28 | 6:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3342+ 9047 | 1:05 PM Gare de Caen | 6h25 | 6:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3342+ 9051 | 1:05 PM Gare de Caen | 7h33 | 7:38 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3342+ 9043 | 1:05 PM Gare de Caen | 5h30 | 5:35 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3312+ 9055 | 2:05 PM Gare de Caen | 7h25 | 8:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3312+ 9047 | 2:05 PM Gare de Caen | 5h25 | 6:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3312+ 9051 | 2:05 PM Gare de Caen | 6h33 | 7:38 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3344+ 9059 | 2:23 PM Gare de Caen | 8h07 | 9:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3344+ 9055 | 2:23 PM Gare de Caen | 7h07 | 8:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3344+ 9051 | 2:23 PM Gare de Caen | 6h15 | 7:38 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3314+ 9055 | 3:02 PM Gare de Caen | 6h28 | 8:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3314+ 9051 | 3:02 PM Gare de Caen | 5h36 | 7:38 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3314+ 9059 | 3:02 PM Gare de Caen | 7h28 | 9:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3316+ 9055 | 3:57 PM Gare de Caen | 5h33 | 8:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3316+ 9059 | 3:57 PM Gare de Caen | 6h33 | 9:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
3346+ 9059 | 5:06 PM Gare de Caen | 5h24 | 9:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Caen to London run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 18:01. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 28 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 6:01 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Most Caen to London trains use the Gare de Caen to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Caen and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Caen is 1 km from Caen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Caen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de la Gare, La Ficelle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Caen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Caen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Caen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Caen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Caen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol, Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare, Hotel de la Paix.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
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