The average train between Cherbourg and Alençon takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Cherbourg to Alençon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Cherbourg and Alençon. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cherbourg is at 8:48 PM which arrives into Alençon at 7:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 15m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Cherbourg to Alençon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cherbourg to Alençon. However, there are services departing from Cherbourg station and arriving at Alençon station via Caen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
Cherbourg to Alençon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Cherbourg station.
Cherbourg to Alençon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Alencon station.
Book your Cherbourg to Alençon train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Cherbourg and Alençon is 182.4 km. The road distance is 241 km.
You can take a train from Cherbourg to Alencon via Caen in around 3h 6m.