- Recommended
Musée de Vire
Vire's main museum presents local history, archaeology, and art, making it the best introduction to the town and Bocage Virois heritage.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Granville to Vire is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Granville to Vire will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 1 trains that leave Granville for Vire on Wed, Aug 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 50 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 Granville to Vire among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 32 miles (52 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (36m by train vs 1h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $11 (€9) 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.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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.
The table below shows live departures for Granville to Vire trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:38 PM Granville | 0h50 | 5:28 PM Vire | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Granville to Vire run on average 6 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (52 km) distance in 32m.
Distance 32 miles (52 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 4:36 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
Discover the best of Vire — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vire trip today.
Vire's main museum presents local history, archaeology, and art, making it the best introduction to the town and Bocage Virois heritage.
This interpretation space explores wartime destruction and reconstruction, offering valuable context for understanding modern Vire.
A local heritage gallery focused on traditional rural life, crafts, and memory from the surrounding Norman bocage.
Vire's main square is the social heart of the town, framed by civic buildings and useful for orienting a walk through the center.
This elevated promenade near the castle ruins provides one of the best short walks and viewpoints over Vire and the valley.
A local walking route through the older part of town, useful for discovering heritage details away from the busiest spots.
Andouille de Vire is the town’s famed smoked tripe sausage, slowly dried over beechwood for a powerful aroma and deep Norman charcuterie tradition.
Tripes à la mode de Caen is a classic Norman stew of beef tripe, cider and aromatics, long-cooked until rich and tender, common across Calvados.
Teurgoule is a baked Norman rice pudding with milk, sugar and cinnamon, cooked for hours until caramelized and served at family meals and fairs.
Established restaurant serving refined French cuisine with regional products in a calm, more formal atmosphere.
Traditional brasserie in Vire known for Norman classics, grilled meats and a relaxed town-center setting popular with locals.
Casual crêperie for galettes, sweet crêpes and cider, offering an easy introduction to everyday Norman dining.
Moderate for Normandy. Lodging is often cheaper than major French cities, while dining and local transport are fairly standard for regional France.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Granville to Vire 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 Vire, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Granville to Vire trains use the Granville to Vire station pair. Use this guide to compare Granville and Vire train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Granville 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: Parfum Poivre, La Citadelle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Granville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Granville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Granville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Granville: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Granville: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Granville Le Grand Large, Hôtel des Bains, Ibis Granville Port de Plaisance.
Vire is 1 km from Vire city centre. Public transport options include:
Vire has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant La Table, Le Robbery
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Vire. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vire. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vire: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vire: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vire: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de France Vire, Campanile Vire.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need