The cheapest and fastest trains from Caen to Carentan
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caen to Carentan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caen to Carentan will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 3 trains that leave Caen for Carentan every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 45 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.
7:270h45Caen8:12Carentan£91One-way0 changes
18:050h41Caen18:46Carentan£101One-way0 changes
17:050h41Caen17:46Carentan£111One-way0 changes
18:050h41Caen18:46Carentan£101One-way0 changes
17:050h41Caen17:46Carentan£111One-way0 changes
7:270h45Caen8:12Carentan£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Caen to Carentan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Caen to Carentan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 66 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£8 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Caen to Carentan train times
The table below shows live departures for Caen to Carentan trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:03 Caen | 0h40 | 22:43 Carentan | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 7:27 Caen | 0h45 | 8:12 Carentan | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:05 Caen | 0h41 | 17:46 Carentan | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:05 Caen | 0h41 | 18:46 Carentan | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Caen to Carentan by train or coach
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Why should you book Caen to Carentan trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, but also compare tickets for the likes of TER or Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) to find the best option for your trip from Caen to Carentan.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Caen to Carentan.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Caen to Carentan
Trains from Caen to Carentan run on average 8 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 40m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 5:53 |
Last train 23:18 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) from Caen to Carentan trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie) trains will get you between Caen and Carentan from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
TER
Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie)
FAQs: Caen to Carentan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caen to Carentan 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 Carentan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Caen and Carentan
- 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
- Ticket machines available 24/7
- Staffed hours vary
- Parking is available near the station, accessible from Boulevard de Verdun
- Outside the main entrance
- Restrooms
- Free of charge
- Hôtel Le Vauban
- Auberge Normande
- Hôtel de France
- 50 places, covered
- Free
- The station has a single main hall with access to platforms and ticket machines.
- Bus: Local bus services available
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