How to get to Rouen from Edinburgh

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Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Rouen

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Rouen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £120 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 1.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £120, while a flight costs an average of £367.

Distance: 779 km

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£367

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21h 51m

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Compare ways to travel from Edinburgh to Rouen

Compare the available ways to get from Edinburgh to Rouen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Rouen is a coach with an average price of £120.

This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Rouen:

A coach is £248 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Rouen costing on average £367.

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Rouen is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 36m.

Other travel options to Rouen take longer:

Coach takes on average 21h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Rouen including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 7h 51m sooner (3h 36m by flight vs 11h 27m by car). Tickets start at around £367 compared to roughly £115 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Edinburgh to Rouen

How to get to Rouen from Edinburgh by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Edinburgh to Rouen is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Rouen by train

The most popular day trips by train from Rouen are Paris, Le Havre, Caen, Deauville and Vernon. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Rouen on Omio.

A view of Paris

Day trip from Rouen to Paris by train

Why visit Paris for the day?

Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.

A view of Le Havre

Day trip from Rouen to Le Havre by train

Why visit Le Havre for the day?

Le Havre is a Normandy port known for Auguste Perret’s post-war centre, now recognised by UNESCO. Its broad streets, concrete architecture and open seafront give it a distinctly modern feel.

A view of Caen

Day trip from Rouen to Caen by train

Why visit Caen for the day?

Caen is a Norman city known for William the Conqueror, the Château de Caen and its wartime history. A rebuilt centre, busy student life and relaxed streets give it an approachable, lived-in character.

A view of Deauville

Day trip from Rouen to Deauville by train

Why visit Deauville for the day?

Deauville is a stylish Normandy seaside resort known for its beach, elegant villas and horse-racing heritage. Its promenade, smart atmosphere and film-festival links give it a polished character beside the Channel.

A view of Vernon

Day trip from Rouen to Vernon by train

Why visit Vernon for the day?

Vernon is a riverside town in Normandy known for its link to nearby Giverny and Claude Monet. Half-timbered streets, old mills and the Seine give it a calm historic character.

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FAQs: Edinburgh to Rouen

Travel to Rouen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Rouen.

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There are 3 options to travel between Edinburgh and Rouen including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Rouen is a coach with an average price of £120.

This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Rouen:

A coach is £248 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Rouen costing on average £367.

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Rouen is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 36m.

Other travel options to Rouen take longer:

Coach takes on average 21h 51m.

The Edinburgh to Rouen distance is approximately 779 km.
The average frequency per day from Edinburgh to Rouen is:
  • Around 64 flights per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and Rouen as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Edinburgh to Rouen:
  • Flights mostly depart from Edinburgh Airport and arrive in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arrive in Rouen, Avenue Champlain.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Edinburgh to Rouen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM, British Airways, Lufthansa, Air France, BA Cityflyer, Austrian Airlines, Edelweiss Air, Qatar Airways, easyJet, Vueling, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, Ryanair, ITA to go to Rouen by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Rouen by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Edinburgh to Rouen:
  • 6 direct flights per day with Air France, easyJet, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Edinburgh to Rouen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Étretat, Le Havre, Caen, Beauvais. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rouen and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Edinburgh to Rouen, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Rouen, visitors can explore Place du Vieux-Marché, a historic square linked to Joan of Arc, and the Jardin des Plantes de Rouen, a botanical garden perfect for relaxation. Discover Normandy's flavours at the local markets or enjoy a scenic walk along the Seine River. Art enthusiasts should visit Panorama XXL for immersive art displays. Rouen's best sights include the Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame, the Gros-Horloge clock, and Musée des Beaux-Arts with works by Monet and Caravaggio. The Church of Saint Joan of Arc and the charming Rue du Gros-Horloge are also must-see attractions.
To fully explore Rouen's historic sites, museums, and charming city centre, plan to spend at least two to three days.

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