How to travel from Rouen to Le Havre

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Compare train and bus for Rouen to Le Havre

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rouen to Le Havre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, while a bus costs an average of €24.

Distance: 44 miles (72 km)

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€8

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€24

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€25

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1h 23m

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53m

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30m

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1h 40m

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1h 10m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Rouen to Le Havre is a train with an average price of €8.

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

A train is €16 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rouen to Le Havre costing on average €24.

The fastest way to travel from Rouen to Le Havre is by train with an average journey time of 1h 23m.

Other travel options to Le Havre take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 40m.

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

The journey is about 17m faster (53m by train vs 1h 10m by car) and roughly €18 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€8 vs €25). 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 Rouen to Le Havre

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus87715
    11:45 PM1h00
    Rouen, Avenue Champlain
    12:45 AMLe Havre, Gare routière
    31One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus87715
    11:45 PM1h00
    Rouen, Avenue Champlain
    12:45 AMLe Havre, Gare routière
    31One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873127
    7:03 PM0h42
    Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite
    7:45 PMGare du Havre
    101One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187850427
    7:17 PM0h57
    Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite
    8:14 PMGare du Havre
    91One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873131
    9:03 PM0h43
    Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite
    9:46 PMGare du Havre
    101One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873135
    11:04 PM0h45
    Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite
    11:49 PMGare du Havre
    101One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 AM4h35
    Rouen, Avenue Champlain
    3:35 PMLe Havre, Gare routière
    511One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Rouen to Le Havre

Travel to Le Havre 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 Rouen to Le Havre.

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There are 2 options to travel between Rouen and Le Havre including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Rouen to Le Havre is a train with an average price of €8.

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

A train is €16 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rouen to Le Havre costing on average €24.

The fastest way to travel from Rouen to Le Havre is by train with an average journey time of 1h 23m.

Other travel options to Le Havre take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 40m.

The distance from Rouen to Le Havre is approximately 44 miles (72 km).
The average frequency per day from Rouen to Le Havre is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rouen and Le Havre 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 Rouen to Le Havre:
  • Trains mostly depart from Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite and arrive in Gare du Havre.
  • Buses mostly depart from Rouen, Avenue Champlain and arrive in Le Havre, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rouen to Le Havre, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Astuce to go to Le Havre by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) to go to Le Havre by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rouen to Le Havre with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
  • 12 direct trains per day with TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie).
Omio customers who travel from Rouen to Le Havre often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Honfleur, Étretat, Marseille, Deauville. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Le Havre and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Le Havre to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Le Havre, you can stroll along the scenic Le Havre Beach, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at Les Halles Centrales market, and visit the historic Maison de l'Armateur. Take a guided tour of the Port of Le Havre and experience local culture at the Docks Vauban. Discover Le Havre's Modernist Architecture, a UNESCO World Heritage site, explore the MuMa for Impressionist art, relax at the Jardins Suspendus, admire the unique Saint Joseph's Church, and visit the contemporary Les Bains des Docks aquatic center.
To fully explore Le Havre, including its UNESCO-listed architecture, museums, and the nearby coastal attractions, spending 2 to 3 days would be sufficient.

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