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

The cheapest way to get from Caen to Southampton is to drive and car ferry which costs £45 - £370 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caen to Southampton is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 6h 9m and costs £190 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Caen and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Caen to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Caen and arriving at Southampton Central via Haussmann Saint-Lazare, Paris Nord, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Caen to Southampton?

The distance between Caen and Southampton is 514 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caen to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs £180 - £360.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Caen to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caen to Southampton train from?

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

What is the time difference between Caen and Southampton?

Southampton is 1h behind Caen. It is currently 12:44 AM in Caen and 11:44 PM in Southampton.

Where does the Caen to Southampton train arrive?

Caen to Southampton train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Paris St Lazare station.

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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Caen to Southampton - 6 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Caen to Southampton by train (Eurostar), car, car ferry, bus, train, car train, ferry, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Caen to Paris St Lazaretrain
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain
6h 47m
£187–360
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Caen to Port of Cherbourgcar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Cherbourg to Poolecarferry
3. Drive from Poole to Southamptoncar
6h 51m
£46–367
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Caen - Bus Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus 032
11h 20m
£112–238
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Caen to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Southamptoncar
6h 9m
£191–231
Train, ferry to Alderney Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Caen to Cherbourgtrain
2. Take the ferry from Port of Cherbourg to Alderneyferry
3. Fly from Alderney Airport (ACI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane ACI - SOU
6h 54m
£231–506
Train, ferry to Jersey Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Caen to Granvilletrain
2. Take the ferry from Granville to Jersey St Helierferry
3. Fly from Jersey Airport (JER) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane JER - SOU
7h 32m
£118–320

Caen to Southampton by train, foot, and subway

222Weekly Services

6h 47mAverage Duration

£187Cheapest Price

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Distance: 511.2 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Caen, France and Southampton, England?

You can take a train from Caen to Southampton Central via Paris St Lazare, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, Gare Magenta, Paris Nord, London St Pancras Intl, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 6h 47m.

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