The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Ouistreham
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
196 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Ouistreham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Ouistreham will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 20 trains that leave Paris for Ouistreham on Thu, May 21, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 21 the direct trains cover the 196 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
On Thu, May 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.
33194:59 PM2h03Paris Gare Saint-Lazare7:02 PMGare de Caen$551One-way0 transfers
33475:09 PM2h07Paris Gare Saint-Lazare7:16 PMGare de Caen$571One-way0 transfers
333911:59 AM2h03Paris Gare Saint-Lazare2:02 PMGare de Caen$571One-way0 transfers
33359:59 AM2h03Paris Gare Saint-Lazare12:02 PMGare de Caen$571One-way0 transfers
33411:56 PM2h05Paris Gare Saint-Lazare4:01 PMGare de Caen$571One-way0 transfers
331312:59 PM1h54Paris Gare Saint-Lazare2:53 PMGare de Caen$571One-way0 transfers
331110:58 AM1h54Paris Gare Saint-Lazare12:52 PMGare de Caen$571One-way0 transfers
33173:58 PM1h55Paris Gare Saint-Lazare5:53 PMGare de Caen$571One-way0 transfers
33152:59 PM1h57Paris Gare Saint-Lazare4:56 PMGare de Caen$571One-way0 transfers
333911:59 AM2h03Paris Gare Saint-Lazare2:02 PMGare de Caen$571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Paris to Ouistreham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Ouistreham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $50.
Distance: 121 miles (196 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $269 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 35m Average total duration 11h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Ouistreham:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Ouistreham costing on average $45 (€37).
A bus is $253 (€205) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Ouistreham costing on average $269 (€218).
Other travel options to Ouistreham take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 53m.
Flight takes on average 11h 35m.
The journey is about 1h 23m faster (2h 6m by train vs 3h 29m by car) and roughly $22 (€18) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($45 (€37) vs $67 (€54)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris to Ouistreham train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Ouistreham trains for today, Wednesday, May 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:40 AM Paris | 3h07 | 9:47 AM Ouistreham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:59 AM Paris | 2h03 | 12:02 PM Ouistreham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:59 AM Paris | 2h03 | 1:02 PM Ouistreham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:59 AM Paris | 1h54 | 1:53 PM Ouistreham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:59 PM Paris | 2h02 | 4:01 PM Ouistreham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:59 PM Paris | 2h03 | 5:02 PM Ouistreham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Paris to Ouistreham trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187?
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Paris to Ouistreham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Ouistreham
Trains from Paris to Ouistreham run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (196 km) distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 121 miles (196 km) |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 10:30 PM |
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Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Paris to Ouistreham trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Paris and Ouistreham from $11 (€9). 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
FAQs: Trains from Paris to Ouistreham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Ouistreham 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 Ouistreham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris to Ouistreham
- Mon - Fri: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sat: 10:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Lazarus
- Naked
- Burger King
- Class'Croute
- Fred's
- La Croissanterie
- Maestro
- PAUL
- Picto
- Starbucks
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- Hilton Paris Opera
- Grand Hotel Du Calvados
- Austin's Saint Lazare Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sat: 10:00 - 18:00
- Open daily from 05:00 to 01:15, located on the platform level facing Track 5.
- Metro lines: 3, 9, 12, 13, 14
- Bus lines: 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29, 32, 42, 43, 66, 80, 94, 95, 528, RoissyB
- Train lines: TER, Intercités, Transilien J, Transilien L, RER E
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Free public Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
- YO! Sushi
- McDonald's
- Pierre Herme
- La Fabrique à Cookies
- Brioche Dorée
- Yogurt Factory
- IT Trattoria
- PeGast
- EXKi
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
- Hotel Le Littré
- Hôtel Mistral
- Royal Saint Germain
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
- Metro lines: 4, 6, 12, 13
- Bus lines: 28, 39, 58, 82, 88, 89, 91, 92, 94, 95, 96
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, Transilien N, TER Normandie, TER Centre
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