How to travel from London to Normandy

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Compare train and bus for London to Normandy

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Normandy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 18m. 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 €10, while a train costs an average of €25.

Distance: 29 miles (47 km)

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€25

Average price

€10

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Cheapest

€35

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

48m

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30m

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1h 40m

Average total duration

1h 10m

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30m

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1h 17m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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South Western Railway

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National Express

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

The cheapest way to travel from London to Normandy is a bus with an average price of €10.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Normandy:

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Normandy costing on average €25.

The fastest way to travel from London to Normandy is by train with an average journey time of 1h 18m.

Other travel options to Normandy take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Normandy including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Normandy among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 29m faster (48m by train vs 1h 17m by car) and roughly €9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€25 vs €35). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from London to Normandy

How to get from London to Normandy by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • National Express
    9:00 PM1h00
    London
    10:00 PMNormandy
    €81One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National Express
    9:00 PM1h00
    London
    10:00 PMNormandy
    €81One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National Express
    9:00 PM1h00
    London
    10:00 PMNormandy
    €81One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • National Express
    3:00 PM1h10
    London
    4:10 PMNormandy
    €171One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    8:00 PM1h00
    London
    9:00 PMNormandy
    €211One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    2:00 PM1h10
    London
    3:10 PMNormandy
    €211One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London to Normandy

Travel to Normandy 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 London to Normandy.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between London and Normandy including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Normandy is a bus with an average price of €10.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Normandy:

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Normandy costing on average €25.

The fastest way to travel from London to Normandy is by train with an average journey time of 1h 18m.

Other travel options to Normandy take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 40m.

The distance from London to Normandy is approximately 29 miles (47 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Normandy is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Normandy 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 London to Normandy:
  • Trains mostly depart from London Waterloo (WAT) and arrive in Wanborough station (WAN).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Guildford, Egerton Road.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Normandy, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Normandy by bus.
  • Travel with Elizabeth line, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway to go to Normandy by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from London to Normandy:
  • 5 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from London to Normandy often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Southampton, Bournemouth, Paris Gare du Nord, Portsmouth. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Normandy and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Normandy to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Explore the charming town of Honfleur and its picturesque harbor, stroll through Claude Monet's Gardens in Giverny, and visit the historic town of Caen. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Normandy countryside, sample local cheeses and cider, and discover best sights like Mont-Saint-Michel, the D-Day Landing Beaches, Rouen Cathedral, Bayeux Tapestry, and the dramatic Étretat Cliffs.
Three to five days in Normandy is ideal to explore its major attractions, including the D-Day beaches, Mont Saint-Michel, and the picturesque towns like Honfleur and Bayeux.

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