What is the cheapest way to get from La Défense to Caen?

The cheapest way to get from La Défense to Caen is to bus which costs €20 - €40 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Défense to Caen?

The fastest way to get from La Défense to Caen is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €35 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between La Défense and Caen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paris - La Défense Jules Verne Terminal and arriving at Caen - Bus Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between La Défense and Caen?

No, there is no direct train from La Défense to Caen. However, there are services departing from La Défense and arriving at Caen via Paris St Lazare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from La Défense to Caen?

The distance between La Défense and Caen is 247 km. The road distance is 224.7 km.

How do I travel from La Défense to Caen without a car?

The best way to get from La Défense to Caen without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs €40 - €85.

How long does it take to get from La Défense to Caen?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from La Défense to Caen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Défense to Caen bus from?

La Défense to Caen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Paris - La Défense Jules Verne Terminal station.

Where do I catch the La Défense to Caen train from?

La Défense to Caen train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Paris St Lazare station.

Train or bus from La Défense to Caen?

The best way to get from La Défense to Caen is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs €40 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €40 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the La Défense to Caen bus arrive?

La Défense to Caen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Caen - Bus Station.

Where does the La Défense to Caen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Défense to Caen?

Yes, the driving distance between La Défense to Caen is 225 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from La Défense to Caen.

How do I get a bus ticket from La Défense to Caen?

Book your La Défense to Caen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Caen?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paris St Lazare to Caentrain 3311 / ...
2h 23m
€41–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris - La Défense Jules Verne Terminal to Caen - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h 55m
€20–40
Drive 224.7 km
1. Drive from La Défense to Caencar 224.7 km
2h 7m
€35–51

La Défense to Caen by train

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Distance: 247 km
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between La Défense, Île-de-France, France and Caen, France?

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Paris St Lazare to Caen hourly. Tickets cost €40–80 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Paris - La Défense Jules Verne Terminal to Caen - Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost €20–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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