1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
- Luggage
Cheapest price on 11 Sept
£0.00
Average ticket price on 11 Sept
£-0.01
Fastest journey on 11 Sept
5 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 11 Sept
5 h 30 m
Trains on 11 Sept
3
Distance
701 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sète to Rouen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Sète to Rouen you need to make at least 2 changes.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sète to Rouen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, while a train costs an average of £99.
Distance: 701 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£99 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 2m Average total duration 16h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sète to Rouen:
A coach is £18 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sète to Rouen costing on average £75.
A coach is £42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sète to Rouen costing on average £99.
Other travel options to Rouen take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 4m.
Coach takes on average 16h 32m.
The table below shows live departures for Sète to Rouen trains for today, Thursday 10 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:29 Sète | 12h51 | 7:20 Rouen | 2 changes | |
| Friday 11 September | |||||
![]() | 7:26 Sète | 5h27 | 12:53 Rouen | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:27 Sète | 5h30 | 13:57 Rouen | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:28 Sète | 5h33 | 20:01 Rouen | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Sète to Rouen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:28. The fastest train covers the 701 km distance in 6h 14m.
Distance 701 km |
Average train duration 8h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 14m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 21:28 |
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Discover the best of Rouen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rouen trip today.
Fine arts museum with strong collections of painting, sculpture and decorative arts, including works linked to Normandy and major European artists.
Museum in Joan of Arc’s former archbishop’s palace, using multimedia displays to explain her trial, memory and place in Rouen’s history.
Wrought-iron museum displaying signs, locks, tools and decorative metalwork in a church setting. A distinctive, often overlooked local collection.
Pedestrian old-town street lined with timber-framed houses, shops and historic façades. One of Rouen’s most atmospheric walks.
Historic square beside the cathedral, surrounded by old buildings and cafés. A practical base for admiring the city’s Gothic heart.
Hilltop viewpoint and open green space above the centre, offering broad views over Rouen’s rooftops and the Seine valley.
A classic Rouen duck dish, traditionally pressed to enrich a rich blood-and-wine sauce. It is one of the city's best-known historic specialities.
A Norman apple tart from nearby villages around Rouen, made with apples and cream. It reflects the region's strong orchard and dairy traditions.
A soft Normandy cheese made from cow's milk, often baked or served with bread. It is a regional staple linked to nearby Pays de Bray.
Well-regarded bistro serving refined French cooking with Norman influences in a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Popular crêperie in the old centre for savoury galettes and sweet crêpes, with a cosy and casual atmosphere.
Elegant restaurant focused on contemporary French cuisine with careful presentation and a more formal dining feel.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and café prices are manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; round up in cafés and taxis, but tipping is not obligatory.
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Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite -> Théâtre des Arts, Rouen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sète to Rouen 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 Rouen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sète to Rouen trains use the Sète to Rouen Rive-Droite station pair. Use this guide to compare Sète and Rouen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sète is 1 km from Sète city centre. Public transport options include:
Sète has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Grand Bleu, La Marine
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Sète. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sète. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sète: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sète: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sète: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Paris, Hotel L'Orque Bleue, Hotel Azur.
Rouen Rive-Droite 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 options include: Restaurant Gill, La Couronne
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rouen Rive-Droite. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rouen Rive-Droite. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rouen Rive-Droite: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rouen Rive-Droite: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rouen Rive-Droite: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Rouen Centre Rive Droite Pasteur, Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale Hotel, Hotel de Bourgtheroulde.
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