How to travel from Paris to Rouen

There are 2 options to travel between Paris and Rouen including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Rouen is a bus with an average price of $16.

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

A bus is $12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Rouen costing on average $28.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Rouen is by train with an average journey time of 1h 42m.

Other travel options to Rouen take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 53m.

The distance from Paris to Rouen is approximately 69 miles (112 km).

The average frequency per day from Paris to Rouen is:

• Around 23 buses per day.
• Around 13 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris 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 Paris to Rouen:

• Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare and arrive in Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite.
• Buses mostly depart from Paris, La Défense (Terminal Jules Verne) and arrive in Rouen, Avenue Champlain.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Rouen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Transilien – SNCF Voyageurs, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) to go to Rouen by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, SNCF Bus to go to Rouen by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Paris to Rouen with the following travel companies:

• 13 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie).
• 23 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, SNCF Bus.

Omio customers who travel from Paris to Rouen often also extend their vacation to go to Le Havre, Étretat, Marseille, Beauvais, Caen. 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.