How to get to Normandy from London

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Compare train and coach for London to Normandy

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Normandy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £23.

Distance: 47 km

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£23

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£10

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£31

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1h 19m

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49m

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30m

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1h 40m

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1h 10m

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1h 17m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Compare ways to travel from London to Normandy

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

The cheapest way to travel from London to Normandy is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Normandy:

A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Normandy costing on average £23.

The fastest way to travel from London to Normandy is by train with an average journey time of 1h 19m.

Other travel options to Normandy take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Normandy including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 28m faster (49m by train vs 1h 17m by car) and roughly £8 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£23 vs £31). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from London to Normandy

How to get to Normandy from London by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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

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FAQs: London to Normandy

Travel to Normandy 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 London to Normandy.

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There are 2 options to travel between London and Normandy including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Normandy is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Normandy:

A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Normandy costing on average £23.

The fastest way to travel from London to Normandy is by train with an average journey time of 1h 19m.

Other travel options to Normandy take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 40m.

The London to Normandy distance is approximately 47 km.
The average frequency per day from London to Normandy is:
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 5 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Normandy:
  • Trains mostly depart from London Waterloo (WAT) and arrive in Wanborough station (WAN).
  • Coaches mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Guildford, Egerton Road.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Normandy, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Southern, Elizabeth line to go to Normandy by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Normandy by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Normandy with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with South Western Railway.
  • 5 direct coaches per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from London to Normandy often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Southampton, Bournemouth, Paris Gare du Nord, Portsmouth. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Normandy and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from London to Normandy, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Normandy, you can discover the charming town of Honfleur with its picturesque harbour and vibrant art scene, stroll through Claude Monet's Gardens in Giverny, visit the historic town of Caen, enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside, and sample local cheeses and cider. Best sights include Mont-Saint-Michel, the D-Day Landing Beaches, Rouen Cathedral, the Bayeux Tapestry, and the dramatic Étretat Cliffs.
A typical visit to Normandy can range from 3 to 5 days, allowing time to explore its historic sites like Mont-Saint-Michel, the D-Day beaches, and charming towns such as Honfleur and Rouen.

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