The cheapest and fastest trains from Le Mans to Caen
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Le Mans to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Le Mans to Caen will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 9 trains that leave Le Mans for Caen on Wed, Jan 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 21 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
On Wed, Jan 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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.
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857111Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Le Mans to Caen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Le Mans to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, and a bus costs an average of €19.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€28 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Le Mans to Caen train times
The table below shows live departures for Le Mans to Caen trains for today, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
862512+ 5376+ 3339 | On time 8:39 AM Le Mans station | 4h23 | 1:02 PM Gare de Caen | 2 transfers | |
16574 | On time 11:25 AM Le Mans station | 1h49 | 1:14 PM Gare de Caen | 0 transfersDirect | |
857256 · 853609 | On time 11:47 AM Le Mans | 3h03 | 2:50 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
857109 | On time 3:36 PM Le Mans station | 1h51 | 5:27 PM Gare de Caen | 0 transfersDirect | |
16580 | On time 4:33 PM Le Mans station | 1h52 | 6:25 PM Gare de Caen | 0 transfersDirect | |
857111 | On time 5:35 PM Le Mans station | 1h55 | 7:30 PM Gare de Caen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, January 21 | |||||
853607 | On time 7:26 AM Le Mans station | 1h48 | 9:14 AM Gare de Caen | 0 transfersDirect | |
8052+ 3311 | On time 7:48 AM Le Mans station | 4h04 | 11:52 AM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
8864+ 3339 | On time 8:26 AM Le Mans station | 4h36 | 1:02 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Le Mans to Caen
Trains from Le Mans to Caen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 05:58 |
Last train 21:26 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TER BreizhGo, SNCF from Le Mans to Caen trainsSNCF TER, TER BreizhGo, SNCF trains will get you between Le Mans and Caen from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Le Mans to Caen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Le Mans 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Le Mans to Caen
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access is available via Rue de la Gare.
- L'Un des Sens
- Le Grenier à Sel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Mercure Le Mans Centre
- Ibis Le Mans Centre
- Hôtel Concordia Le Mans Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- 420 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-8 for national services
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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