The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Caen
Cheapest price
$166
Average price
$191
Fastest journey
7 h 29 m
Average duration
8 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
689 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Caen will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $166.
Of the 2 trains that leave Zurich for Caen on Tue, Dec 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct trains cover the 689 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 29 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest trains will take 9 h 1 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Caen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, and a flight costs an average of €200.
Distance: 428 miles (689 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€175 Average price | €88 Average price Cheapest | €321 Average price |
6h 41m Average total duration Fastest 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 35m Average total duration 16h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29h 49m Average total duration 26h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Zurich to Caen train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Caen trains for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:34 PM Zurich | 9h01 | 10:35 PM Caen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 2 | |||||
![]() | 9:34 AM Zurich | 7h29 | 5:03 PM Caen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Caen
Trains from Zurich to Caen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $104 (€84) but you can travel from only $70 (€56) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 15:34. The fastest train covers the 428 miles (689 km) distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 428 miles (689 km) |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $104 (€84) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 20m |
First train 06:06 |
Last train 15:34 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI from Zurich to Caen trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Zurich and Caen from $70 (€56). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
TGV INOUI
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Caen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich to Caen
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 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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