How to travel from Caen to Le Havre

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Compare train and bus for Caen to Le Havre

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Caen to Le Havre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $22.

Distance: 29 miles (48 km)

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$23

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$34

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$33

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2h 12m

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1h 42m

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2h 42m

Average total duration

2h 12m

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1h 6m

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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Caen to Le Havre is a bus with an average price of $23 (€18).

This is compared to other travel options from Caen to Le Havre:

A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Caen to Le Havre costing on average $34 (€27).

The fastest way to travel from Caen to Le Havre is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 42m.

Other travel options to Le Havre take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Caen and Le Havre including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Caen to Le Havre among Omio's users.

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from Caen to Le Havre

How to get from Caen to Le Havre by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Caen to Le Havre is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus90660
    8:40 PM1h20
    Caen, Pl. de la Gare
    10:00 PMLe Havre, Gare routière
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus90660
    8:40 PM1h20
    Caen, Pl. de la Gare
    10:00 PMLe Havre, Gare routière
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus90660
    8:40 PM1h20
    Caen, Pl. de la Gare
    10:00 PMLe Havre, Gare routière
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187852008+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873113
    12:08 PM2h41
    Gare de Caen
    2:49 PMGare du Havre
    $321One-way
    1 transfer
  • TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187852038+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873131
    7:16 PM2h33
    Gare de Caen
    9:49 PMGare du Havre
    $601One-way
    1 transfer
  • TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187852020+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873117
    2:07 PM2h41
    Gare de Caen
    4:48 PMGare du Havre
    $601One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Caen to Le Havre

Travel to Le Havre easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Caen to Le Havre.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Caen and Le Havre including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Caen to Le Havre is a bus with an average price of $23 (€18).

This is compared to other travel options from Caen to Le Havre:

A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Caen to Le Havre costing on average $34 (€27).

The fastest way to travel from Caen to Le Havre is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 42m.

Other travel options to Le Havre take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 12m.

The distance from Caen to Le Havre is approximately 29 miles (48 km).
The average frequency per day from Caen to Le Havre is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Caen and Le Havre as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Caen to Le Havre:
  • Trains mostly depart from Gare de Caen and arrive in Gare du Havre.
  • Buses mostly depart from Caen, Pl. de la Gare and arrive in Le Havre, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Caen to Le Havre, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) to go to Le Havre by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Le Havre by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Caen to Le Havre:
  • 5 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie).
Omio customers who travel from Caen to Le Havre often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Honfleur, Rouen, Étretat, Marseille. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Le Havre and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Le Havre to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Le Havre, you can stroll along the scenic Le Havre Beach, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at Les Halles Centrales market, and visit the historic Maison de l'Armateur. Take a guided tour of the Port of Le Havre and experience local culture at the Docks Vauban. Discover Le Havre's Modernist Architecture, a UNESCO World Heritage site, explore the MuMa for Impressionist art, relax at the Jardins Suspendus, admire the unique Saint Joseph's Church, and visit the contemporary Les Bains des Docks aquatic center.
To fully explore Le Havre, including its UNESCO-listed architecture, museums, and the nearby coastal attractions, spending 2 to 3 days would be sufficient.

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