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Musée de l’Œuvre Notre-Dame
Fine arts and medieval collections linked to Strasbourg Cathedral, with sculptures, paintings, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price
$103
Average price
$149
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
494 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rouen to Strasbourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rouen to Strasbourg will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $103.
It's difficult to get from Rouen to Strasbourg without transferring at least once.
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2421Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rouen to Strasbourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $99.
Distance: 306 miles (494 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$128 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $211 Average price | $186 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration 8h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rouen to Strasbourg:
A bus is $67 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rouen to Strasbourg costing on average $128 (€104).
A bus is $151 (€122) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rouen to Strasbourg costing on average $211 (€171).
Other travel options to Strasbourg take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 27m.
Bus takes on average 8h 59m.
The journey is about 2h 54m faster (3h 27m by train vs 6h 21m by car) and roughly $58 (€47) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($128 (€104) vs $186 (€150)). 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 Rouen to Strasbourg trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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2407+ 13100 | 5:17 AM Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite | 4h42 | 9:59 AM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
13102+ 2807 · 9870 | 5:46 AM Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite | 5h19 | 11:05 AM Strasbourg station | 2 transfers | |
2365+ 13108 | 6:39 AM Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite | 4h32 | 11:11 AM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
13120+ 9573 | 8:19 AM Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite | 4h19 | 12:38 PM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
13128+ 2421 | 10:16 AM Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite | 4h24 | 2:40 PM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
3110+ 2369 | 11:02 AM Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite | 4h36 | 3:38 PM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
3116+ 9563 | 1:02 PM Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite | 4h05 | 5:07 PM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
13136+ 12127 | 1:09 PM Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite | 4h32 | 5:41 PM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
3120+ 9531 | 3:02 PM Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite | 4h09 | 7:11 PM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
3122+ 2425 | 4:02 PM Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite | 4h06 | 8:08 PM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
2377+ 13146 | 4:12 PM Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite | 4h28 | 8:40 PM Strasbourg station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rouen to Strasbourg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) but you can travel from only $33 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 306 miles (494 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 306 miles (494 km) |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€58) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 8:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
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Fine arts and medieval collections linked to Strasbourg Cathedral, with sculptures, paintings, and decorative arts.
Major modern art museum with strong collections of painting, design, photography, and temporary exhibitions.
Museum of Alsatian folk life in historic houses, with interiors, costumes, crafts, and regional traditions.
Strasbourg’s most picturesque quarter, known for canals, half-timbered houses, and postcard views.
Historic island center and UNESCO-listed core of Strasbourg, ideal for walking among monuments and lively streets.
Central square and major gathering point, surrounded by shops and historic façades, especially lively in festive seasons.
Alsace’s signature dish of fermented cabbage simmered with white wine and served with sausages, pork, and potatoes. It is one of Strasbourg’s most emblematic traditional meals.
Also called Flammekueche, this thin crisp flatbread is topped with crème fraîche, onions, and bacon. It is a classic Alsatian specialty widely eaten in Strasbourg.
A slow-cooked casserole of potatoes, onions, and marinated meats baked for hours in a sealed dish. It is a hearty regional comfort food from Alsace.
Refined fine-dining restaurant known for elegant contemporary French cuisine and polished service, offering a more upscale meal in central Strasbourg.
Well-known traditional winstub serving hearty Alsatian dishes including baeckeoffe and tarte flambée in a rustic, cozy atmosphere near the city center.
Established local favorite for generous, traditional Alsatian cooking with a warm tavern feel. A reliable place to try Strasbourg classics.
Prices are moderate by French standards. Meals and hotels cost more than smaller cities, but less than Paris.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Small change for cafes is enough; taxis are often rounded up.
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