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

The cheapest way to get from Caen to Chartres Cathedral is to drive which costs €27 - €40 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caen to Chartres Cathedral is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Caen and Chartres Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from Caen to Chartres Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Caen and arriving at Chartres via Le Mans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Caen to Chartres Cathedral?

The distance between Caen and Chartres Cathedral is 290 km. The road distance is 178.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Caen to Chartres Cathedral without a car is to train via Le Mans which takes 3h 36m and costs €45 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Caen to Chartres Cathedral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caen to Chartres Cathedral train from?

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

Where does the Caen to Chartres Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caen to Chartres Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Caen to Chartres Cathedral is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Caen to Chartres Cathedral.

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

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Where can I stay near Chartres Cathedral?

There are 526+ hotels available in Chartres Cathedral.

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

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

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Train via Le Mans
best
1. Take the train from Caen to Le Manstrain Ter
2. Take the train from Le Mans to Chartrestrain Ter / ...
3h 36m
€50–99
Drive 178.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Caen to Chartres Cathedralcar 178.1 km
2h 42m
€28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Caen to Argentantrain Ter
2. Take the train from Argentan to Dreuxtrain 3424 / ...
4h 29m
€34–65

Caen to Chartres Cathedral by train and foot

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3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 290.2 km
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Caen to Chartres Cathedral via Le Mans and Chartres in around 3h 36m.

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