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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Caen is to car ferry and drive which costs €45 - €420 and takes 6h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Caen is to car ferry and drive which takes 6h 41m and costs €45 - €420.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Caen?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Caen. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Caen via Waterloo station, London St Pancras Intl, Magenta and Paris St Lazare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Dorset to Caen?

The distance between Dorset and Caen is 279 km.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Caen without a car is to train which takes 8h 27m and costs €260 - €550.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Dorset to Caen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Caen train from?

Dorset to Caen train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Moreton (Dorset) station.

What is the time difference between Dorset and Caen?

Caen is 1h ahead of Dorset. It is currently 6:05 AM in Dorset and 7:05 AM in Caen.

Where does the Dorset to Caen train arrive?

Dorset to Caen train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 2961+ hotels available in Caen.

Dorset to Caen - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry, car, and Eurotunnel

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorset to Caen by car ferry, car, train (Eurostar), car train, or train

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Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Poole to Port of Cherbourgcarferry
2. Drive from Port of Cherbourg to Caencar
6h 41m
€48–416
Train
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nordtrain Eil
3. Take the train from Paris St Lazare to Caentrain
8h 27m
€260–509
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Dorset to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Caencar
6h 54m
€237–285
Car ferry, train
1. Take the car ferry from Poole to Port of Cherbourgcarferry
2. Take the train from Cherbourg to Caentrain Ter / ...
7h 46m
€144–540

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Distance: 279.4 km
Duration: 6h 41m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Caen via Moreton (Dorset), London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Magenta, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, and Paris St Lazare in around 8h 27m.

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