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D-Day Experience
Immersive museum on D-Day airborne operations and the fighting for Carentan. Strong exhibits and vehicles make it a key stop for history visitors.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Carentan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Carentan will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 4 trains from Paris to Carentan, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 267 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 34 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.

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Trains from Paris to Carentan run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 267 km distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 267 km |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 0:32 |
Last train 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Paris to Carentan.
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Carentan trains for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3305 | 8:29 Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 2h54 | 11:23 Gare de Carentan | 0 changesdirect | |
3335+ 852213 | 9:59 Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h04 | 13:03 Gare de Carentan | 1 change | |
3311 | 10:58 Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 2h37 | 13:35 Gare de Carentan | 0 changesdirect | |
3313 | 12:59 Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 2h38 | 15:37 Gare de Carentan | 0 changesdirect | |
3341+ 852221 | 13:56 Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 3h11 | 17:07 Gare de Carentan | 1 change | |
3315 | 14:59 Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 2h40 | 17:39 Gare de Carentan | 0 changesdirect | |
3317 | 15:58 Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 2h39 | 18:37 Gare de Carentan | 0 changesdirect | |
3319 | 16:59 Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 2h47 | 19:46 Gare de Carentan | 0 changesdirect | |
3321 | 17:59 Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 2h51 | 20:50 Gare de Carentan | 0 changesdirect | |
3323 | 18:59 Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 2h48 | 21:47 Gare de Carentan | 0 changesdirect | |
3327 | 20:59 Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 2h44 | 23:43 Gare de Carentan | 0 changesdirect | |
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Immersive museum on D-Day airborne operations and the fighting for Carentan. Strong exhibits and vehicles make it a key stop for history visitors.
Museum dedicated to the paratroopers who fought around Carentan in June 1944. Compact, vivid and closely tied to local battlefield sites.
Visitor exhibition space on the Cotentin and Bessin marshes, wildlife and traditional land use. Useful for understanding the landscape around Carentan.
Protected marsh landscape around Carentan with trails, hides and big skies. Excellent for walking, birdwatching and understanding the local environment.
Lively marina and canal-side walking area with boats, bridges and waterside views. A pleasant place to stroll and see Carentan’s maritime character.
Easy waterside path along the canal towards the bay and marshes. Popular for walking and cycling, with calm scenery close to the town centre.
Creamy Normandy rice pudding flavoured with cinnamon or vanilla. A homely regional dessert found across the Cotentin and loved for its rich local milk.
Norman-style tripe slowly simmered with cider, Calvados and aromatics. It is a classic hearty dish of the region and a staple of traditional cooking.
Salt-marsh lamb raised on coastal pastures near the bay. The meat is prized in Normandy for its distinctive flavour shaped by sea grasses.
Traditional French restaurant in Carentan known for regional dishes, seafood and a relaxed brasserie atmosphere in the town centre.
Well-known crêperie serving galettes, crêpes and cider in a casual setting, suitable for a classic Normandy lunch or simple evening meal.
Restaurant in the Hôtel du Château area offering refined French cooking with local produce and a quieter, more formal dining atmosphere.
Moderate for Normandy. Small-town stays and meals are usually cheaper than Paris, but tourist demand around D-Day sites can raise summer accommodation and dining prices.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.

Most Paris to Carentan trains use the Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Gare de Carentan station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Carentan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare Saint-Lazare is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare Saint-Lazare has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Lazarus, Naked, Burger King, Class'Croute, Fred's, La Croissanterie, Maestro, PAUL, Picto, Starbucks
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 08:00 - 19:30, Sat: 10:00 - 18:00. Information desks are open daily from 05:00 to 01:15, located on the platform level facing Track 5.
Available at Paris Gare Saint-Lazare: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare Saint-Lazare: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare Saint-Lazare: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Paris Opera, Grand Hotel Du Calvados, Austin's Saint Lazare Hotel.
Paris Gare Montparnasse is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare Montparnasse has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: YO! Sushi, McDonald's, Pierre Herme, La Fabrique à Cookies, Brioche Dorée, Yogurt Factory, IT Trattoria, PeGast, EXKi, Starbucks, & many more
Free public Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are several ATM machines inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Littré, Hôtel Mistral, Royal Saint Germain.
Gare de Carentan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Gare de Carentan.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Carentan.
Available at Gare de Carentan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Carentan: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Carentan: Restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Le Vauban, Auberge Normande, Hôtel de France.
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