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Mémorial de Caen
Major museum on the Second World War, D-Day and peace, using immersive exhibits to explain conflict and reconciliation.
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Overview: Train from Girona to Caen
Spain
France
Trains from Girona to Caen run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £163 but you can travel from only £63 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 17:07. The fastest train covers the 838 km distance in 8h 5m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £63
Distance 838 km |
Average train duration 8h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £163 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 5m |
First train 6:10 |
Last train 17:07 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £63
Frequently asked questions about your Girona to Caen trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Girona to Caen.
The cost of a train ticket from Girona to Caen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £163, while the average price tends to be around £231.
The train from Girona to Caen takes 8h 5m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Girona to Caen is 838 km.
The first train from Girona to Caen leaves at 6:10.
The last train from Girona to Caen departs at 17:07.
Trains from Girona to Caen run approximately 1 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Girona to Caen.
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Girona to Caen trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Girona and Caen from £63. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a \Bistro TGV INOUI\" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | TGV INOUI Duration
8h 5m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV INOUI Price
£163
SNCF | TGV INOUI frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Girona and Caen
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Girona to Caen.
There is no night train service from Girona to Caen.
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Things to do in Caen
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- Recommended
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Caen
Fine arts museum inside Caen Castle, with European paintings, prints and sculpture from the Renaissance onwards.
- Recommended
Musée de Normandie
Archaeology museum in the castle presenting regional finds from prehistory to the Middle Ages in a compact setting.
- Recommended
Place Saint-Sauveur
Lively pedestrian square at the heart of Caen, framed by historic buildings, shops and terraces, ideal for people-watching.
- Recommended
Port de plaisance de Caen
Pleasant marina district with waterside walks, modern quays and easy links between the centre and the canal.
Parc Michel d'Ornano
Green park laid out on old fortifications, offering lawns, mature trees and a relaxed stroll beside the castle.
- Gluten-free
Tripes à la mode de Caen
Normandy tripe slowly simmered with cider, Calvados and vegetables. A long-standing regional speciality linked with nearby Caen and traditional Sunday cooking.
- Gluten-free
Pont-l’Évêque
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.
- Gluten-free
Livarot
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.
Ivan Vautier
Refined dining focused on seasonal French cooking with a polished but approachable atmosphere, suitable for a higher-end meal in Caen.
Le Bouchon du Vaugueux
Traditional Norman brasserie known for seafood, regional dishes and a lively central setting near the marina and historic centre.
Crêperie Le Moulin du Vaugueux
Well-known crêperie in the Vaugueux area serving savoury galettes, sweet crêpes and cider in a relaxed, old-town atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are generally a little cheaper than Paris, while local buses and everyday cafés remain fairly reasonable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.20-3.80 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
Twisto
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Gare de Caen -> Place de la République, Caen
- Distance
- 1.5 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless bank card payment works on Twisto buses and trams via onboard validators.
- A free city-centre shuttle operates Monday to Saturday between key central stops, useful for short trips in central Caen.
FAQs: Girona to Caen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Girona 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.
Booking trains from Girona to Caen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Girona to Caen.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Girona and Caen
Most Girona to Caen trains use the Girona to Gare de Caen station pair. Use this guide to compare Girona and Caen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Girona
Arrival train stations in Caen
Which Girona station do trains to Caen leave from?
Trains from Girona to Caen leave from Girona. The station is 1 km from Girona city centre at Plaza de España, s/n, 17002 Girona, Spain.
GironaPlaza de España, s/n, 17002 Girona, Spain+34 902 320 320
City-centre transport
Getting to Girona from Girona city centre
BusSeveral lines available
TaxiAvailable outside the station
Girona train station facilities and services
Girona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Occi, River Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Girona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Girona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Girona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Girona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Girona: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Carlemany Girona, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Girona, Hotel Gran Ultonia.
Which Caen station do trains from Girona arrive at?
Trains from Girona to Caen arrive at Gare de Caen. Gare de Caen is 1 km from Caen city centre.
Gare de Caen15 Place de la gare, 14000 Caen, France+33 2 31 15 55 55
City-centre transport
Getting to Gare de Caen from Caen city centre
Gare de Caen is 1 km from Caen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus10, 12 · 7m · £2 · every ~7 min
101, 102, 103 · 18m · £3 · every ~3 min
TramT1, T3 · 5m · £2 · every ~15 min
Gare de Caen train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de la Gare, La Ficelle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Caen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Caen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gare de Caen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gare de Caen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Caen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol, Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare, Hotel de la Paix.
Train stations for Girona to Caen
Check train stations information for Girona and Caen, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Girona that goes to Caen is Girona, and it arrives at Gare de Caen.
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