What is the cheapest way to get from Caen to Chartres?

The cheapest way to get from Caen to Chartres is to drive which costs €28 - €45 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caen to Chartres?

The fastest way to get from Caen to Chartres is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Caen and Chartres?

No, there is no direct train from Caen to Chartres. However, there are services departing from Caen and arriving at Chartres via Le Mans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Caen to Chartres?

The distance between Caen and Chartres is 217 km. The road distance is 178.7 km.

How do I travel from Caen to Chartres without a car?

The best way to get from Caen to Chartres without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 40m and costs €30 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Caen to Chartres?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Caen to Chartres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caen to Chartres train from?

Caen to Chartres train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Caen station.

Where does the Caen to Chartres train arrive?

Caen to Chartres train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Le Mans station.

Can I drive from Caen to Chartres?

Yes, the driving distance between Caen to Chartres is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Caen to Chartres.

How do I get a train ticket from Caen to Chartres?

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Where can I stay near Chartres?

There are 512+ hotels available in Chartres.

Caen to Chartres - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Caen to Chartres by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Caen to Argentantrain Ter
2. Take the train from Argentan to Dreuxtrain
3. Take the bus from Dreux Gare Routiere to Chartres Pole D'echangesbus
3h 40m
€35–66
Drive 178.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Caen to Chartrescar 178.7 km
2h 44m
€29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Caen to Le Manstrain Ter
2. Take the train from Le Mans to Chartrestrain Ter / ...
3h 55m
€50–89

Caen to Chartres by train and bus

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3h 40mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.7 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Caen, France and Chartres, Centre-Val de Loire, France?

You can take a train from Caen to Chartres via Le Mans in around 3h 55m.

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