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

The cheapest way to get from Paris La Défense Arena to Caen is to bus which costs €19 - €40 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paris La Défense Arena to Caen is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Paris La Défense Arena 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 Paris La Défense Arena and Caen?

No, there is no direct train from Paris La Défense Arena to Caen. However, there are services departing from Nanterre-La-Folie and arriving at Caen via Paris St Lazare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Paris La Défense Arena to Caen?

The distance between Paris La Défense Arena and Caen is 249 km. The road distance is 223.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Paris La Défense Arena to Caen without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €40 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Paris La Défense Arena to Caen, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Paris La Défense Arena to Caen?

The best way to get from Paris La Défense Arena to Caen is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €40 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €40 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Paris La Défense Arena to Caen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paris La Défense Arena to Caen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paris La Défense Arena to Caen?

Yes, the driving distance between Paris La Défense Arena to Caen is 223 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Paris La Défense Arena to Caen.

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

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

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Paris La Défense Arena 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 33m
€42–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris - La Défense Jules Verne Terminal to Caen - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 11m
€19–40
Drive 223.4 km
1. Drive from Paris La Défense Arena to Caencar 223.4 km
2h 4m
€35–50

Paris La Défense Arena to Caen by foot and train

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Distance: 249.1 km
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Paris La Défense Arena, 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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