How to travel from London to Rouen

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Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for London to Rouen

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Rouen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 20m. 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 train costs an average of $28, while a flight costs an average of $590.

Distance: 152 miles (245 km)

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$590

Average price

$28

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Cheapest

$114

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$85

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$55

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6h 14m

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4h 14m

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2h 0m

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4h 20m

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Fastest

3h 50m

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12h 20m

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30m

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7h 0m

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4h 58m

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0.7 - 1.5kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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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 Rouen is a train with an average price of $28.

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

A train is $58 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from London to Rouen costing on average $85.

A train is $86 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Rouen costing on average $114.

A train is $563 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Rouen costing on average $590.

The fastest way to travel from London to Rouen is by train with an average journey time of 4h 20m.

Other travel options to Rouen take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 14m.

Ferry takes on average 7h 0m.

Bus takes on average 12h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between London and Rouen including taking a train, bus, flight, and ferry.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from London to Rouen among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 44m sooner (4h 14m by flight vs 4h 58m by car). Tickets start at around $590 compared to roughly $55 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from London to Rouen

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

Our recommendation

ferry

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

  • Brittany FerriesBrittany Ferries
    3:00 PM6h00
    Portsmouth International Port
    10:00 PMCaen Port
    $521One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Brittany FerriesBrittany Ferries
    3:00 PM6h00
    Portsmouth International Port
    10:00 PMCaen Port
    $521One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • British AirwaysBA314
    9:00 PM1h10
    London Heathrow Airport
    11:10 PMParis Charles de Gaulle Airport
    $4251One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Eurostar9032+TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 118713149
    2:31 PM4h52
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    8:23 PMGare de Rouen-Rive-Droite
    $2821One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9032+TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 118713151
    2:31 PM5h14
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    8:45 PMGare de Rouen-Rive-Droite
    $2821One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9028+TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 118713145
    1:31 PM5h19
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    7:50 PMGare de Rouen-Rive-Droite
    $2821One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:30 PM15h25
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    1:55 PMRouen, Avenue Champlain
    $851One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:59 PM13h41
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    2:40 PMRouen, Avenue Champlain
    $1521One-way
    1 transfer
  • easyJetU22439
    7:20 PM1h20
    London Luton Airport
    9:40 PMParis Charles de Gaulle Airport
    $891One-way
    0 transfers
  • VuelingVY8961
    3:00 PM1h35
    London Heathrow Airport
    5:35 PMParis Orly Airport
    $921One-way
    0 transfers
  • easyJetU22433
    6:10 AM1h25
    London Luton Airport
    8:35 AMParis Charles de Gaulle Airport
    $991One-way
    0 transfers
  • Brittany FerriesBrittany Ferries
    11:00 PM6h45
    Portsmouth International Port
    6:45 AMCaen Port
    $981One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London 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 London to Rouen.

FAQs
There are 4 options to travel between London and Rouen including taking a train, bus, flight, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Rouen is a train with an average price of $28.

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

A train is $58 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from London to Rouen costing on average $85.

A train is $86 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Rouen costing on average $114.

A train is $563 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Rouen costing on average $590.

The fastest way to travel from London to Rouen is by train with an average journey time of 4h 20m.

Other travel options to Rouen take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 14m.

Ferry takes on average 7h 0m.

Bus takes on average 12h 20m.

The distance from London to Rouen is approximately 152 miles (245 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Rouen is:
  • Around 64 flights per day.
  • Around 22 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 3 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Rouen:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London St Pancras International (STP) and arrive in Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite.
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Rouen, Avenue Champlain.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Portsmouth International Port and arrive in Caen Port.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Rouen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Brittany Ferries, DFDS to go to Rouen by ferry.
  • Travel with Indigo Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, ITA, British Airways, easyJet to go to Rouen by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Rouen by bus.
  • Travel with Eurostar, TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Rouen by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Rouen with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct ferries per day with Brittany Ferries, DFDS.
  • 25 direct flights per day with Air France, Vueling, British Airways, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from London to Rouen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Étretat, Le Havre, Caen, 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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