The cheapest and fastest trains from Dunkirk to Caen
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dunkirk to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dunkirk to Caen will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.
Of the 1 trains that leave Dunkirk 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 283 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 9 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.
9:255h09Dunkirk14:34Caen£671One-way0 changes
9:255h09Dunkirk14:34Caen£671One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Dunkirk to Caen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dunkirk to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £299.
Distance: 283 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£82 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £428 Average Price |
4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31h 11m Average total duration 28h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dunkirk to Caen train times
The table below shows live departures for Dunkirk to Caen trains for today, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:54 Dunkirk | 5h59 | 16:53 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:45 Dunkirk | 6h46 | 18:31 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:12 Dunkirk | 5h23 | 23:35 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Dunkirk to Caen trains with Omio?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF | TGV INOUI, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to find the best option for your trip from Dunkirk to Caen.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dunkirk to Caen
Trains from Dunkirk to Caen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 283 km distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 283 km |
Average train duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Dunkirk to Caen trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Dunkirk and Caen from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
FAQs: Dunkirk to Caen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk and Caen
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Grand Morien
- La Patatière
- 3 Brewers
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- All Suites Appart Hôtel Dunkerque
- Ibis Dunkerque Centre
- Hotel Borel
- Located in the main hall
- 722 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Free city bus service
- 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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