- Must visit
Mémorial de Caen
Major museum covering the Second World War, D-Day, and peace. One of Normandy’s essential visits for context, reflection, and powerful exhibits.
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from L'Aigle to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from L'Aigle to Caen will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
It's difficult to get from L'Aigle to Caen without transferring at least once.
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16540 · 3317Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from L'Aigle to Caen 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 bus which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 53 miles (86 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€23 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from L'Aigle to Caen:
A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from L'Aigle to Caen costing on average €23.
Other travel options to Caen take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 10m.
The journey is about 20m faster (1h 10m by train vs 1h 30m by car) and roughly €3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€23 vs €25). 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 L'Aigle to Caen trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3451+ 853607 | 8:55 AM Gare de L'Aigle | 1h24 | 10:19 AM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
3411+ 16574 | 12:13 PM Gare de L'Aigle | 2h01 | 2:14 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
16540 · 3317 | 12:51 PM Gare de L'Aigle | 5h02 | 5:53 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from L'Aigle to Caen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 5:58 AM |
Last train 9:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Caen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Caen trip today.
Major museum covering the Second World War, D-Day, and peace. One of Normandy’s essential visits for context, reflection, and powerful exhibits.
Fine arts museum inside Caen Castle, known for European paintings, engravings, and thoughtful exhibitions in a prestigious historic setting.
Archaeology museum in the castle presenting regional finds from prehistory to the Middle Ages, ideal for understanding Normandy’s long history.
Lively old quarter below the castle, loved for its stone houses, narrow lanes, and atmosphere that preserves a strong sense of historic Caen.
Grand central square lined with historic buildings and terraces, ideal for orienting yourself and experiencing Caen’s daily urban life.
Main pedestrian-friendly shopping street linking major monuments, useful for strolling between old center highlights and civic landmarks.
Tripe simmered with cider, calvados and aromatics in the traditional Caen style. It is the city’s signature Norman dish with deep local roots.
Soft-ripened Norman cow’s milk cheese from nearby villages. Its creamy center and washed rind make it a classic taste of the Caen area.
Raw milk Norman cheese with a stronger, saltier character than Camembert. Traditionally made in Calvados and widely enjoyed around Caen.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining known for refined Norman ingredients and polished service in a contemporary fine dining setting.
Historic brasserie near the center, appreciated for seafood, oysters, choucroute de la mer and classic French service.
Traditional crêperie in the Vaugueux area serving galettes, crêpes and Normandy cider in a relaxed old-town atmosphere.
Moderate for France: hotels and restaurants are mid-priced, while local transit is affordable and many sights are low-cost versus Paris or the Riviera.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafés. Taxis can be rounded up.
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Gare de Caen -> Place Saint-Pierre, Caen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from L'Aigle to Caen 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 Caen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most L'Aigle to Caen trains use the L'Aigle to Gare de Caen station pair. Use this guide to compare L'Aigle and Caen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
L'Aigle 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 and drink options are available at L'Aigle.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at L'Aigle. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at L'Aigle. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at L'Aigle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at L'Aigle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at L'Aigle: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel du Dauphin, Hotel Le Cygne.
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.
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