How to travel from Le Havre to Caen

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Compare train and bus for Le Havre to Caen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Le Havre to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, while a train costs an average of $48.

Distance: 29 miles (48 km)

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$48

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$22

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Cheapest

$32

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3h 10m

Average total duration

2h 40m

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2h 29m

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1h 59m

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1h 14m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Le Havre to Caen is a bus with an average price of $22.

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

A bus is $26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Havre to Caen costing on average $48.

The fastest way to travel from Le Havre to Caen is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 29m.

Other travel options to Caen take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Le Havre and Caen including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Le Havre to Caen among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $48 compared to roughly $32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-16.27. The journey takes 2h 40m versus 1h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Le Havre to Caen

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873136 · 3301
    9:09 PM6h58
    Gare du Havre
    4:07 AMGare de Caen
    $481One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873136 · 3301
    9:09 PM6h58
    Gare du Havre
    4:07 AMGare de Caen
    $481One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873124+TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187442126 · 852066
    4:07 PM3h43
    Gare du Havre
    7:50 PMGare de Caen
    $621One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873126+TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187442128 · 852094
    5:05 PM3h45
    Gare du Havre
    8:50 PMGare de Caen
    $621One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873134 · 3361
    8:10 PM4h25
    Gare du Havre
    12:35 AMGare de Caen
    $911One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873126 · 3359
    5:05 PM4h49
    Gare du Havre
    9:54 PMGare de Caen
    $1011One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus7714 · 52643
    8:30 AM6h45
    Le Havre, Gare routière
    3:15 PMCaen, Pl. de la Gare
    $531One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus7724 · 50651
    1:00 PM8h05
    Le Havre, Gare routière
    9:05 PMCaen, Pl. de la Gare
    $531One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Le Havre to Caen

Travel to Caen 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 Le Havre to Caen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Le Havre and Caen including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Le Havre to Caen is a bus with an average price of $22.

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

A bus is $26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Havre to Caen costing on average $48.

The fastest way to travel from Le Havre to Caen is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 29m.

Other travel options to Caen take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 10m.

The distance from Le Havre to Caen is approximately 29 miles (48 km).
The average frequency per day from Le Havre to Caen is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Le Havre and Caen 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 Le Havre to Caen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Gare du Havre and arrive in Gare de Caen.
  • Buses mostly depart from Le Havre, Gare routière and arrive in Caen, Pl. de la Gare.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Le Havre to Caen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Caen by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) to go to Caen by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Le Havre to Caen:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie).
Omio customers who travel from Le Havre to Caen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Toulouse, Ajaccio. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Caen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Caen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Caen is typically sufficient to explore its key attractions, including the Normandy Museum, the Caen Castle, and the famous Memorial de Caen.

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