The cheapest and fastest trains from Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€39
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€45
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 56 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 56 m
Trains on Sep 20
20
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord 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 Paris Gare du Nord will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 20 trains from Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord, including 15 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.
332810:02 PM1h56Gare de Caen11:58 PMParis Gare Saint-Lazare€391One-way0 transfers
33409:06 AM1h56Gare de Caen11:02 AMParis Gare Saint-Lazare€421One-way0 transfers
33268:45 PM2h09Gare de Caen10:54 PMParis Gare Saint-Lazare€421One-way0 transfers
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337410:14 AM2h16Gare de Caen12:30 PMParis Gare Saint-Lazare€431One-way1 transfer
33388:25 AM2h06Gare de Caen10:31 AMParis Gare Saint-Lazare€441One-way0 transfers
33048:06 AM1h56Gare de Caen10:02 AMParis Gare Saint-Lazare€441One-way0 transfers
33409:06 AM1h56Gare de Caen11:02 AMParis Gare Saint-Lazare€421One-way0 transfers
332810:02 PM1h56Gare de Caen11:58 PMParis Gare Saint-Lazare€391One-way0 transfers
33122:05 PM1h57Gare de Caen4:02 PMParis Gare Saint-Lazare€461One-way0 transfers
33421:05 PM1h57Gare de Caen3:02 PMParis Gare Saint-Lazare€461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, while a flight costs an average of €628.
Distance: 124 miles (200 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€44 Average price | €628 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord:
A bus is €22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average €44.
A bus is €606 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average €628.
Other travel options to Paris Gare du Nord take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 33m.
Bus takes on average 3h 9m.
The journey is about 35m faster (2h 10m by train vs 2h 45m by car) and roughly €11 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€44 vs €55). 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, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
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 Paris Gare du Nord train times
The table below shows live departures for Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:06 AM Gare de Caen | 1h56 | 10:02 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Gare de Caen | 2h14 | 1:29 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:05 PM Gare de Caen | 1h57 | 2:02 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:04 PM Gare de Caen | 2h00 | 5:04 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:45 PM Gare de Caen | 4h21 | 9:06 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord
Trains from Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 15:10. The fastest train covers the 124 miles (200 km) distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 124 miles (200 km) |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 3:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER from Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER trains will get you between Gare de Caen and Paris Gare du Nord from €10. 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
SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
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FAQs: Trains from Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord 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 Paris Gare du Nord, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord
Most Gare de Caen to Paris Gare du Nord trains use the Gare de Caen to Paris Gare Saint-Lazare station pair. Use this guide to compare Gare de Caen and Paris Gare du Nord train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Gare de Caen from Caen city centre
Gare de Caen is 1 km from Caen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Caen train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de la Gare, La Ficelle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Caen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Caen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gare de Caen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gare de Caen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Caen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol, Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare, Hotel de la Paix.
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