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

The cheapest way to get from Nantes to Caen is to rideshare which costs €16 - €20 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nantes to Caen is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Nantes and Caen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub and arriving at Caen - Bus Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Nantes and Caen?

No, there is no direct train from Nantes to Caen. However, there are services departing from Nantes and arriving at Caen via Le Mans. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Nantes to Caen?

The distance between Nantes and Caen is 349 km. The road distance is 288.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Nantes to Caen without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs €55 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Nantes to Caen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nantes to Caen bus from?

Nantes to Caen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub station.

Where do I catch the Nantes to Caen train from?

Nantes to Caen train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Nantes station.

Train or bus from Nantes to Caen?

The best way to get from Nantes to Caen is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs €55 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €50 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Nantes to Caen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nantes to Caen train arrive?

Nantes to Caen train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Le Mans station.

Can I drive from Nantes to Caen?

Yes, the driving distance between Nantes to Caen is 289 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Nantes to Caen.

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

Book your Nantes to Caen train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 579+ hotels available in Caen.

Can I share a ride from Nantes to Caen?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Nantes 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 Nantes to Caen by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nantes to Le Manstrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Le Mans to Caentrain Ter
4h 8m
€60–116
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Nantes to Caenrideshare 287.6 km
3h 35m
€16–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub to Caen - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 25m
€24–50
Drive 288.6 km
1. Drive from Nantes to Caencar 288.6 km
2h 56m
€45–65

Nantes to Caen by train

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Distance: 349.4 km
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Nantes, France and Caen, France?

You can take a train from Nantes to Caen via Le Mans in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Nantes - Multimodal Interchange Hub to Caen - Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €26–50 and the journey takes 4h 25m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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