How to travel from Le Mans to Rouen

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Compare train and bus for Le Mans to Rouen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Le Mans to Rouen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr337 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr337, while a train costs an average of kr638.

Distance: 107 miles (173 km)

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Driving

kr638

Average price

kr337

Average price

Cheapest

kr587

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 49m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 41m

Average total duration

5h 11m

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30m

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2h 25m

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(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Le Mans to Rouen is a bus with an average price of kr191.

This is compared to other travel options from Le Mans to Rouen:

A bus is kr447 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Mans to Rouen costing on average kr638.

The fastest way to travel from Le Mans to Rouen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Rouen take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Le Mans and Rouen including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Le Mans to Rouen among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around kr191 compared to roughly kr587 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr396. The journey takes 4h 26m versus 2h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Le Mans to Rouen

How to get from Le Mans to Rouen by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:55 PM8h35
    Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    8:30 AMRouen, Avenue Champlain
    kr2471One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:55 PM8h35
    Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    8:30 AMRouen, Avenue Champlain
    kr2471One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12472+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873187
    4:26 PM4h24
    Le Mans station
    8:50 PMGare de Rouen-Rive-Droite
    kr6151One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8874+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873171
    2:26 PM4h31
    Le Mans station
    6:57 PMGare de Rouen-Rive-Droite
    kr5201One-way
    1 transfer
  • TER862512+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873167
    9:38 AM5h19
    Le Mans station
    2:57 PMGare de Rouen-Rive-Droite
    kr5711One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12492+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873169
    12:26 PM4h31
    Le Mans station
    4:57 PMGare de Rouen-Rive-Droite
    kr5991One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:25 AM6h15
    Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    2:40 PMRouen, Avenue Champlain
    kr2741One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:30 AM6h15
    Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    1:45 PMRouen, Avenue Champlain
    kr2781One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:40 AM7h15
    Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    6:55 PMRouen, Avenue Champlain
    kr3021One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Le Mans to Rouen

Travel to Rouen 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 Mans to Rouen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Le Mans and Rouen including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Le Mans to Rouen is a bus with an average price of kr337.

This is compared to other travel options from Le Mans to Rouen:

A bus is kr301 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Mans to Rouen costing on average kr638.

The fastest way to travel from Le Mans to Rouen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Rouen take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 41m.

The distance from Le Mans to Rouen is approximately 107 miles (173 km).
The average frequency per day from Le Mans to Rouen is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Le Mans and Rouen 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 Mans to Rouen:
  • Buses mostly depart from Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet and arrive in Rouen, Avenue Champlain.
  • Trains mostly depart from Le Mans station and arrive in Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Le Mans to Rouen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Rouen by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Rouen by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Le Mans to Rouen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Le Havre, Étretat, Marseille, Beauvais. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rouen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rouen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rouen, you can visit Place du Vieux-Marché, a historic square where Joan of Arc was executed, and enjoy the modern church dedicated to her. Relax at Jardin des Plantes de Rouen, a botanical garden with diverse plants and themed areas. Experience Normandy's culinary delights at vibrant local markets or take a scenic walk along the Seine River for picturesque views. Explore the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, known for its Gothic architecture and Monet's paintings, and see the iconic Gros-Horloge. Discover art at Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rouen and stroll along Rue du Gros-Horloge. Don’t miss Panorama XXL for immersive art installations.
Typically, spending two to three days in Rouen allows visitors to explore its historic sites, such as the Rouen Cathedral and the Gros-Horloge, as well as enjoy its museums, shops, and dining options.

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