- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 18 m
Buses on 18 Sept
5
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Paris will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 buses from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Paris, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 301 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 6 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £40, while a flight costs an average of £296.
Distance: 301 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £296 Average Price | £67 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 34m Average total duration 12h 34m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Paris:
A train is £256 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Paris costing on average £296.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 40m.
Flight takes on average 12h 34m.
The table below shows live departures for Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Paris coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:00 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | 4h40 | 13:40 Paris | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | 5h20 | 17:20 Paris | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | 4h20 | 20:50 Paris | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | 4h00 | 21:00 Paris | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:45 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | 4h00 | 21:45 Paris | 0 changesdirect |
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Take a bus from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Paris and enjoy the approximately 301 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:27, the last at 20:59.
Distance 301 km |
Average bus duration 3h 40m |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
First bus 0:27 |
Last bus 20:59 |
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One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
World-renowned museum of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in a grand former railway station on the Seine.
Museum devoted to Claude Monet and other Impressionists, best known for the immersive Water Lilies rooms.
Historic hilltop district with artists, stairways, village atmosphere, and some of the best panoramic views in Paris.
Elegant avenue running from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, famous for shops and national events.
Stylish historic district of mansions, courtyards, boutiques, and museums, ideal for wandering central Paris streets.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red wine with bacon, mushrooms and onions. A classic French bistro dish linked to Burgundy and beloved in Paris.
Rich onion soup topped with toasted bread and melted cheese. In its traditional form it uses beef stock, making it a famous but non-vegetarian Paris bistro staple.
Duck confit cooked slowly in its own fat until tender, often served with potatoes. A traditional French speciality commonly found on Paris menus.
Elegant dining room by the Seine offering refined French cuisine and polished service in a landmark Paris setting.
Well-known crêperie specialising in Breton galettes and sweet crêpes, with a cosy, long-established atmosphere in Montparnasse.
Historic Art Nouveau brasserie near Gare de Lyon, known for classic French dishes and a grand Belle Époque dining room.
Very expensive for Europe: hotels, dining, and attractions cost more than in most French cities, though metros and bakeries help keep short stays manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the fare or bill is customary.
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Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) -> Place de la Bastille, Paris
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