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

The cheapest way to get from Gares to Caen is to rideshare which costs €6 - €8 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gares to Caen is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €12 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Gares and Caen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gare Routiere and arriving at Gare Routiere. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Gares and Caen?

No, there is no direct train from Gares to Caen. However, there are services departing from Le Havre and arriving at Caen via Rouen Rive Droite. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Gares to Caen?

The distance between Gares and Caen is 83 km. The road distance is 83.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Gares to Caen without a car is to bus which takes 1h 31m and costs €7 - €13.

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

The bus from Gare Routiere to Gare Routiere takes 1h 31m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Gares to Caen bus from?

Gares to Caen bus services, operated by Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), depart from Gare Routiere station.

Where do I catch the Gares to Caen train from?

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

Train or bus from Gares to Caen?

The best way to get from Gares to Caen is to bus which takes 1h 31m and costs €7 - €13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €85 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Gares to Caen bus arrive?

Gares to Caen bus services, operated by Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), arrive at Gare Routiere station.

Where does the Gares to Caen train arrive?

Gares to Caen train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Rouen Rive Droite station.

Can I drive from Gares to Caen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gares to Caen is 83 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Gares to Caen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gares to Caen?

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Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 3100+ hotels available in Caen.

Can I share a ride from Gares to Caen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Gares and Caen. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 4 ways to get from Gares to Caen by bus, train (TGV), rideshare, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gare Routiere to Gare Routierebus 122 / ...
1h 31m
€7–13
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Le Havre to Caenrideshare 86 km
1h 44m
€6–8
Train
1. Take the train from Le Havre to Rouen Rive Droitetrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Rouen Rive Droite to Caentrain Ter
3h 17m
€42–84
Drive 83.5 km
1. Drive from Gares to Caencar 83.5 km
1h 3m
€13–19

Gares to Caen by bus

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1h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 83.3 km
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Gares, Normandy, France and Caen, France?

Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) operates a bus from Gare Routiere to Gare Routiere every 4 hours. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 31m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Le Havre to Caen via Rouen Rive Droite in around 3h 17m.

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