- Must visit
Mémorial de Caen
Major museum on the Second World War, D-Day and peace, using immersive exhibits to explain conflict and reconciliation.
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coutances to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coutances to Caen will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 1 trains that leave Coutances 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 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 15 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coutances to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 80 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£17 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Coutances to Caen trains for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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852856 | On time 13:35 Coutances station | 1h08 | 14:43 Gare de Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
853430 | On time 15:31 Coutances station | 1h14 | 16:45 Gare de Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
852632 | 16:43 Coutances station | 1h07 | 17:50 Gare de Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
853434 | 17:39 Coutances station | 1h08 | 18:47 Gare de Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
852636 | 18:34 Coutances station | 1h19 | 19:53 Gare de Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
852870 | 20:25 Coutances station | 1h06 | 21:31 Gare de Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 5 August | |||||
![]() | 9:35 Coutances | 1h15 | 10:50 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Coutances to Caen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 23:19 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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 Coutances 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 Coutances to Caen trains use the Gare de Coutances to Gare de Caen station pair. Use this guide to compare Coutances and Caen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Coutances is 1 km from Coutances city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Coutances has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Râtelier, Le Clos des Pommiers
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Coutances. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Coutances. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Coutances: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Coutances: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Coutances: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis budget Coutances, Hôtel La Pocatière, Hôtel Cositel.
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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