1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£35
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£47
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
4 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
4 h 13 m
Trains on 12 Sept
12
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Beauvais to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Beauvais to Caen will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
To travel from Beauvais to Caen you need to make at least one change.
3361+
C17 (847452)
3329+
C17 (847450)
3357+
C17 (847444)
3339+
P32 (847720)+
C10 (848514)
3383+
C17 (847432)+
852062
3313+
K10 (848560)+
P32 (847726)
3311+
C17 (847422)
3329+
C17 (847450)
3319+
C17 (847434)
3313+
C17 (847426)Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Beauvais to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a flight costs an average of £294.
Distance: 179 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £294 Average Price | £38 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 44m Average total duration 16h 44m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Beauvais to Caen:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Beauvais to Caen costing on average £39.
A coach is £261 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Beauvais to Caen costing on average £294.
Other travel options to Caen take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 53m.
Flight takes on average 16h 44m.
Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £38 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.59. The journey takes 3h 17m versus 2h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Beauvais to Caen trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C17 (847434)+ 3319 | 14:38 Beauvais station | 4h24 | 19:02 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
C17 (847438)+ 3323 | 16:40 Beauvais station | 4h25 | 21:05 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
C17 (847444)+ 3325 | 17:40 Beauvais station | 4h14 | 21:54 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
C17 (847450)+ 3329 | 18:41 Beauvais station | 4h13 | 22:54 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
3311+ C17 (847422) | 8:40 Beauvais station | 4h13 | 12:53 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
3339+ P32 (847720)+ C10 (848514) | 9:20 Beauvais station | 4h45 | 14:05 Gare de Caen | 2 changes | |
3313+ C17 (847426) | 10:37 Beauvais station | 4h16 | 14:53 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
3313+ P32 (847726)+ K10 (848560) | 10:47 Beauvais station | 4h06 | 14:53 Gare de Caen | 2 changes | |
3343+ C17 (847428) | 11:38 Beauvais station | 4h56 | 16:34 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
3315+ C17 (847430) | 12:39 Beauvais station | 4h17 | 16:56 Gare de Caen | 1 change | |
3383+ C17 (847432)+ 852062 | 13:39 Beauvais station | 5h06 | 18:45 Gare de Caen | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Beauvais to Caen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 21:57 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Discover the best of Caen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Caen trip today.
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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Beauvais 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 Beauvais to Caen trains use the Beauvais to Gare de Caen station pair. Use this guide to compare Beauvais and Caen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Beauvais 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 Senso, La Table de Céline
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Beauvais. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Beauvais. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Beauvais: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Beauvais: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Beauvais: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Originals City, Hotel City, Beauvais, Hotel Mercure Beauvais Centre Cathédrale, Hotel Ibis Beauvais Aeroport.
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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