- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts et de la Dentelle
Main city museum in the former Jesuit college, covering local history, archaeology, decorative arts and the lace-making tradition of Alençon.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paris to Alençon
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Nov
- Cheapest price on 04 Nov
- £0
- Average ticket price on 04 Nov
- -£0
- Fastest journey on 04 Nov
- 1 d 5 h 22 m
- Average journey duration on 04 Nov
- 1 d 5 h 22 m
- Buses on 04 Nov
- 1
- Distance
- 173 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris to Alençon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast coaches
To travel from Paris to Alençon you need to make at least 2 changes.
5:48 29h22 Paris 11:10 Alencon Find prices2 changes
5:48 29h22 Paris 11:10 Alencon Find prices2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Alençon
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Take a bus from Paris to Alençon and enjoy the approximately 173 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 07:42, the last at 14:51.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Train from £16
Distance 173 km |
First bus 7:42 |
Last bus 14:51 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £16
Frequently asked questions about your Paris to Alençon trip
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The earliest coach from Paris to Alençon leaves at 7:42. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Paris to Alençon leaves at 14:51.
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Paris to Alençon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Alençon coaches for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 6:50 Paris | 2h30 | 9:20 Alençon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 Paris | 2h10 | 10:10 Alençon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 Paris | 2h30 | 10:30 Alençon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:20 Paris | 2h40 | 14:00 Alençon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:00 Paris | 2h30 | 22:30 Alençon | 0 changesdirect |
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Complete guide to Alençon
Things to do in Alençon
Discover the best of Alençon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alençon trip today.
- Recommended
Conservatoire de la Dentelle de Point d'Alençon
Interpretation space focused on the Alençon needle-lace technique, with demonstrations and context for a craft central to the city’s identity.
Musée de la Maison de la Famille Martin
Small memorial museum presenting the life of Saint Thérèse’s parents through domestic rooms, documents and devotional objects.
- Recommended
Parc des Promenades
Pleasant riverside walking area with gardens, bridges and views of the old town, popular for a relaxed stroll near the historic centre.
- Recommended
Centre historique d'Alençon
Characterful old quarter streets around the basilica and former college, best explored on foot for stone houses and historic atmosphere.
Place de la Magdeleine
Historic market square lined with traditional buildings, ideal for seeing everyday city life and exploring central Alençon on foot.
- Gluten-free
Camembert de Normandie
A soft-ripened Norman cow’s milk cheese with a bloomy rind. It is one of the region’s best-known specialities and a classic cheese-board choice.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Calvados
A rich Norman apple brandy distilled from cider. It is traditional across Normandy and often enjoyed as a digestif after meals.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Cidre normand
Traditional apple cider from Normandy, lightly sparkling and widely drunk with local savoury dishes, crêpes and cheese.
Le Bistrot
Refined French dining with seasonal produce and a calmer atmosphere, suited to a more formal meal in Alençon.
La Suite
Traditional French restaurant in central Alençon serving classic regional dishes in a relaxed, established setting.
La Fabrique
Friendly crêperie for galettes, crêpes and cider, ideal for a casual meal with well-known Breton and Norman flavours.
Euro (€)
Moderate for France: lodging and dining are usually cheaper than in Paris, while local buses and everyday cafés remain reasonably priced for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for a simple lunch or fast food.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- €2.20-3.50 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Leaving small change or rounding up is appreciated. Round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés only for good service.
FAQs: Paris to Alençon coach
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