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La Cité de la Mer
Major maritime museum and aquarium inside the former transatlantic terminal, covering ocean science, naval history, and the submarine Le Redoutable.
Cheapest price on Oct 27
$8
Average ticket price on Oct 27
$10
Fastest journey on Oct 27
14 m
Average journey duration on Oct 27
15 m
Trains on Oct 27
12
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valognes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valognes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
On Tue, Oct 27, we found 12 trains from Valognes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, including 12 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 27 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
On Tue, Oct 27 the slowest trains will take 15 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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3317Trains from Valognes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin run on average 9 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 14m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Valognes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin trains for today, Monday, October 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3303 | 9:22 AM Valognes | 0h15 | 9:37 AM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3305 | 11:38 AM Valognes | 0h14 | 11:52 AM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
852213 | 1:20 PM Valognes | 0h16 | 1:36 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3311 | 1:50 PM Valognes | 0h15 | 2:05 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3313 | 3:52 PM Valognes | 0h15 | 4:07 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
852221 | 5:24 PM Valognes | 0h16 | 5:40 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3315 | 5:54 PM Valognes | 0h16 | 6:10 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3317 | 6:52 PM Valognes | 0h15 | 7:07 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3319 | 8:01 PM Valognes | 0h15 | 8:16 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3321 | 9:05 PM Valognes | 0h15 | 9:20 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3323 | 10:02 PM Valognes | 0h15 | 10:17 PM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
3327 | 11:57 PM Valognes | 0h15 | 12:12 AM Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major maritime museum and aquarium inside the former transatlantic terminal, covering ocean science, naval history, and the submarine Le Redoutable.
Museum inside Fort du Roule documenting the 1944 liberation of Cherbourg, with military history displays and panoramic views.
Fine arts museum with paintings, sculptures, and graphic works, useful for understanding local culture in a manageable visit.
Elevated viewpoint area above the city, favored for wide panoramas over the harbor, breakwaters, and urban landscape.
Large public garden created by Emmanuel Liais, with exotic plants, greenhouses, and a peaceful setting near the city center.
Central pedestrian square surrounded by shops and civic buildings, a practical base for strolling and experiencing daily city life.
Mussels from nearby Barfleur, often steamed with cream, cider, or shallots. A Cotentin coast classic prized for small size and sweet, briny flavor.
Cherbourg-style sole, traditionally cooked with Normandy cream, mushrooms, and shellfish notes. It reflects the city’s long seafaring and seafood traditions.
A rich Normandy seafood platter of oysters, langoustines, shrimp, crab, and whelks. It showcases the Channel catch landed around Cotentin ports.
Elegant seafood-focused restaurant near the port, popular for refined fish cooking and polished service in a calm setting.
Casual local address serving Norman galettes, crêpes, and cider. A good choice for regional comfort food in a relaxed atmosphere.
Historic brasserie by the marina known for seafood platters, fish dishes, and a classic Belle Époque setting.
Moderate for France: rooms and meals are usually below Paris, while local buses and everyday cafes stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Gare de Cherbourg-en-Cotentin -> Cherbourg-Gare, Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
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Most Valognes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin trains use the Valognes to Cherbourg station pair. Use this guide to compare Valognes and Cherbourg-en-Cotentin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Valognes has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Versailles, Bar Brasserie Tabac la Civette
Ticket office support is available at Valognes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Valognes.
Available at Valognes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Valognes: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valognes: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de France, Hotel L'Erguillère, Hotel Restaurant L'Agriculture.
Cherbourg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Vauban, Café de Paris
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Cherbourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Cherbourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cherbourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cherbourg: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cherbourg: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Cherbourg Centre Port, Hotel Le Louvre, Hotel Moderna.
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