The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 7 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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.
16:092h07Paris Gare de l'Est18:16Gare de Caen£211One-way0 changes
16:092h07Paris Gare de l'Est18:16Gare de Caen£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, while a coach costs an average of £40.
Distance: 200 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price | £55 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen costing on average £40.
Other travel options to Gare de Caen take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 12m.
The journey is about 39m faster (2h 0m by train vs 2h 39m by car) and roughly £17 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£38 vs £55). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:59 Paris Gare de l'Est | 2h03 | 13:02 Gare de Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen by train, coach or flight
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Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187?
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen
Trains from Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:59, the last at 15:40. The fastest train covers the 200 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 9:59 |
Last train 15:40 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Paris Gare de l'Est and Gare de Caen from £16. 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
FAQs: Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de 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 Gare de Caen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Paris Gare de l'Est and Gare de Caen
Most Paris Gare de l'Est to Gare de Caen trains use the Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Gare de Caen station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris Gare de l'Est and Gare de Caen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Gare de Caen from Caen city centre
Gare de Caen is 1 km from Caen city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
