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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Caen
Cheapest price
£152
Average price
£152
Fastest journey
8 h 1 m
Average duration
8 h 1 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
613 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Caen will cost around £152 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £152.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basel for Caen every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 613 km distance in an average of 8 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 1 m 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Basel to Caen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a flight costs an average of £193.
Distance: 613 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£134 Average Price | £63 Average Price Cheapest | £402 Average Price |
5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 45m Average total duration 15h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 17m Average total duration 19h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel to Caen train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Caen trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 13:50 Basel | 6h15 | 20:05 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:34 Basel | 8h01 | 22:35 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 15:12 Basel | 7h04 | 22:16 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Caen
Switzerland
France
Trains from Basel to Caen run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 19:51. The fastest train covers the 613 km distance in 6h 4m.
Distance 613 km |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 6h 4m |
First train 06:04 |
Last train 19:51 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI from Basel to Caen trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Basel and Caen from £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
TGV INOUI
FAQs: Basel to Caen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Caen
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningATMTaxisWCBike ParkingWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Bistrot de la Gare
- La Ficelle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Bristol
- Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare
- Hotel de la Paix
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and national destinations
- Bus: Lines 12, 12 Express, 30, 31
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
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