The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Caen
Cheapest price
€352
Average price
€376
Fastest journey
5 h 23 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Caen will cost around €376 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €352.
It's difficult to get from London to Caen without transferring at least once.
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3311Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for London to Caen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €136.
Distance: 259 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
€224 Average price | €105 Average price | €293 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest |
5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 7m Average total duration 12h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 30m Average total duration 23h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Caen train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Caen trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9080+ 3339 | On time 6:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 7h05 | 1:06 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9080+ 3311 | On time 6:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 5h53 | 11:54 AM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9080+ 3313 | On time 6:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 7h53 | 1:54 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9004+ 3341 | On time 7:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 8h01 | 3:02 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9004+ 3339 | On time 7:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 6h05 | 1:06 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9004+ 3313 | On time 7:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 6h53 | 1:54 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9006+ 3339 | On time 7:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 5h35 | 1:06 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9006+ 3341 | On time 7:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 7h31 | 3:02 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9006+ 3313 | On time 7:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 6h23 | 1:54 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9008+ 3341 | On time 8:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 7h01 | 3:02 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9008+ 3313 | On time 8:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 5h53 | 1:54 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9008+ 3315 | On time 8:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 7h55 | 3:56 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9014+ 3317 | On time 9:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 7h23 | 4:54 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9014+ 3315 | On time 9:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 6h25 | 3:56 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9014+ 3341 | On time 9:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 5h31 | 3:02 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9018+ 3317 | On time 10:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 6h23 | 4:54 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9018+ 3315 | On time 10:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 5h25 | 3:56 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
9022+ 3317 | On time 11:31 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 5h23 | 4:54 PM Gare de Caen | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Caen
Trains from London to Caen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €224 but you can travel from only €28 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 18:02. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 5h 23m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €224 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 23m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 18:02 |
Train companies: Eurostar, SNCF TER from London to Caen trainsEurostar, SNCF TER trains will get you between London and Caen from €28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Caen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Caen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Caen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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