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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gare de Caen to Cherbourg
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gare de Caen to Cherbourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gare de Caen to Cherbourg will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 12 trains that leave Gare de Caen for Cherbourg on Thu, May 07, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.
33038:27 AM1h10Gare de Caen9:37 AMCherbourg$231One-way0 transfers- 331112:55 PM1h10Gare de Caen2:05 PMCherbourg$301One-way0 transfers
- 330910:56 AM1h12Gare de Caen12:08 PMCherbourg$341One-way0 transfers
- 33132:56 PM1h11Gare de Caen4:07 PMCherbourg$341One-way0 transfers
- 33239:08 PM1h09Gare de Caen10:17 PMCherbourg$341One-way0 transfers
- 33239:08 PM1h09Gare de Caen10:17 PMCherbourg$341One-way0 transfers
- 33038:27 AM1h10Gare de Caen9:37 AMCherbourg$231One-way0 transfers
- 331112:55 PM1h10Gare de Caen2:05 PMCherbourg$301One-way0 transfers
- 33259:57 PM1h10Gare de Caen11:07 PMCherbourg$341One-way0 transfers
- 33132:56 PM1h11Gare de Caen4:07 PMCherbourg$341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Gare de Caen to Cherbourg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gare de Caen to Cherbourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m 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 Gare de Caen to Cherbourg:
A bus is $6 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gare de Caen to Cherbourg costing on average $18 (€14).
Other travel options to Cherbourg take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 45m.
The journey is about 16m faster (1h 11m by train vs 1h 27m by car) and roughly $7 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($18 (€14) vs $25 (€20)). 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), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Gare de Caen to Cherbourg train times
The table below shows live departures for Gare de Caen to Cherbourg trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3319 | On time 7:05 PM Gare de Caen | 1h11 | 8:16 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3321 | On time 8:09 PM Gare de Caen | 1h11 | 9:20 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3323 | On time 9:08 PM Gare de Caen | 1h09 | 10:17 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
| 3303 | 8:27 AM Gare de Caen | 1h10 | 9:37 AM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3309 | 10:56 AM Gare de Caen | 1h12 | 12:08 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
 852213 | 12:22 PM Gare de Caen | 1h14 | 1:36 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3311 | 12:55 PM Gare de Caen | 1h10 | 2:05 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3313 | 2:56 PM Gare de Caen | 1h11 | 4:07 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 852221 | 4:26 PM Gare de Caen | 1h14 | 5:40 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3315 | 4:59 PM Gare de Caen | 1h11 | 6:10 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3317 | 5:56 PM Gare de Caen | 1h11 | 7:07 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Gare de Caen to Cherbourg.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gare de Caen to Cherbourg
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Trains from Gare de Caen to Cherbourg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:10, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 3:10 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Gare de Caen to Cherbourg trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Gare de Caen and Cherbourg from $10 (€8). 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
TER
Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie)
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Gare de Caen to Cherbourg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gare de Caen to Cherbourg 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 Cherbourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gare de Caen to Cherbourg
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Le Vauban
- Café de Paris
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Mercure Cherbourg Centre Port
- Hotel Le Louvre
- Hotel Moderna
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to the UK
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Most popular train connections to Cherbourg
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