How to travel from Montpellier to Caen

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Montpellier to Caen

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $95 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $95, while a train costs an average of $170.

Distance: 434 miles (700 km)

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$108

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$170

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$256

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6h 19m

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8h 48m

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Compare ways to travel from Montpellier to Caen

Compare the available ways to get from Montpellier to Caen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Caen is a bus with an average price of $95 (€80).

This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Caen:

A bus is $13 (€11) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Caen costing on average $108 (€91).

A bus is $75 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Caen costing on average $170 (€142).

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Caen is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 40m.

Other travel options to Caen take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 19m.

Bus takes on average 14h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Montpellier and Caen including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Montpellier to Caen among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 7h 8m sooner (1h 40m by flight vs 8h 48m by car) and save roughly $148 (€124) compared to fuel and tolls ($108 (€91) vs $256 (€215)). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Montpellier to Caen

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3158 · 85279
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3158 · 85279
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12330+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873313
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6206+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873327
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12348+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873319
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12562 · 6614+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873341
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • Transavia FranceTO7071+BlaBlaCar Bus50643
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Montpellier 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 Montpellier to Caen.

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There are 3 options to travel between Montpellier and Caen including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Caen is a bus with an average price of $95 (€80).

This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Caen:

A bus is $13 (€11) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Caen costing on average $108 (€91).

A bus is $75 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Caen costing on average $170 (€142).

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Caen is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 40m.

Other travel options to Caen take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 19m.

Bus takes on average 14h 25m.

The distance from Montpellier to Caen is approximately 434 miles (700 km).
The average frequency per day from Montpellier to Caen is:
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Montpellier to Caen:
  • Buses mostly depart from Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière and arrive in Caen, Gare Routière.
  • Trains mostly depart from Montpellier-Sud-de-France and arrive in Gare de Caen.
  • Flights mostly depart from Montpellier Airport and arrive in Caen-Carpiquet Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Montpellier to Caen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Volotea to go to Caen by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Caen by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités de nuit to go to Caen by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Montpellier to Caen:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Montpellier to Caen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Nice, 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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