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Mémorial de Caen
Major museum on the Second World War, D-Day and peace, using immersive exhibits to explain conflict and reconciliation.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Angers to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Angers to Caen will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
To travel from Angers to Caen you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Angers to Caen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 192 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 192 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 4:58 |
Last train 21:44 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Angers to Caen.
The table below shows live departures for Angers to Caen trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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12462+ 3313 | 9:44 Angers Saint-Laud | 5h09 | 14:53 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
8880+ 16584 | 16:44 Angers Saint-Laud | 2h50 | 19:34 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
5320+ 853625 | 17:44 Angers Saint-Laud | 3h31 | 21:15 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
16586 · 857426 | 18:55 Angers Maître École | 3h05 | 22:00 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
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Major museum on the Second World War, D-Day and peace, using immersive exhibits to explain conflict and reconciliation.
Fine arts museum inside Caen Castle, with European paintings, prints and sculpture from the Renaissance onwards.
Archaeology museum in the castle presenting regional finds from prehistory to the Middle Ages in a compact setting.
Lively pedestrian square at the heart of Caen, framed by historic buildings, shops and terraces, ideal for people-watching.
Pleasant marina district with waterside walks, modern quays and easy links between the centre and the canal.
Green park laid out on old fortifications, offering lawns, mature trees and a relaxed stroll beside the castle.
Normandy tripe slowly simmered with cider, Calvados and vegetables. A long-standing regional speciality linked with nearby Caen and traditional Sunday cooking.
Soft-ripened Normandy cheese with a washed rind and rich, earthy flavour. It is one of the area’s classic farmhouse cheeses and a staple on local cheese boards.
Creamy cow’s milk cheese from Normandy, milder than many washed-rind cheeses. It is deeply tied to regional dairying and often served after the main course.
Refined dining focused on seasonal French cooking with a polished but approachable atmosphere, suitable for a higher-end meal in Caen.
Traditional Norman brasserie known for seafood, regional dishes and a lively central setting near the marina and historic centre.
Well-known crêperie in the Vaugueux area serving savoury galettes, sweet crêpes and cider in a relaxed, old-town atmosphere.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are generally a little cheaper than Paris, while local buses and everyday cafés remain fairly reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Gare de Caen -> Place de la République, Caen
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Angers 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.

Most Angers to Caen trains use the Angers Saint-Laud to Gare de Caen station pair. Use this guide to compare Angers and Caen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Angers Saint-Laud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Car Rental.
Food options include: Ker Juliet, Selecta, La Croissanterie
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are an ATM machine is located outside the station near the post office and another ATM under the wooden staircase in front of the sales area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 18:30, Sat: 10:00 - 17:30, Sun: 13:00 - 18:30.
Available at Angers Saint-Laud: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Angers Saint-Laud: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Angers Saint-Laud: The station is fully accessible, including staff assistance, step-free access throughout the station and magnetic induction loop for people with hearing impairments.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Champagne, Citotel Univers, Grand Hotel de la Gare Angers.
Angers Maître École is 1 km from Angers city centre. Public transport options include:
Angers Maître École has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Angers Maître École.
Wi-Fi is available at Angers Maître École. ATMs are available at Angers Maître École.
Available at Angers Maître École: Parking.
Available at Angers Maître École: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Angers Maître École.
Gare de Caen is 1 km from Caen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Caen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de la Gare, La Ficelle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Caen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Caen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Caen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Caen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Caen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol, Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare, Hotel de la Paix.
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