How to get to Caen from Mont Saint-Michel

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Compare coach and train for Mont Saint-Michel to Caen

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 104 km

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£9

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2h 19m

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1h 49m

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3h 17m

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1h 32m

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Compare ways to travel from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen

Compare the available ways to get from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen is a coach with an average price of £9.

This is compared to other travel options from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen:

A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen costing on average £28.

The fastest way to travel from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen is by coach with an average journey time of 2h 19m.

Other travel options to Caen take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Mont Saint-Michel and Caen including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £10. The journey takes 1h 49m versus 1h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen

How to get to Caen from Mont Saint-Michel by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Caen by train

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

A view of Paris

Day trip from Caen 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 Rouen

Day trip from Caen to Rouen by train

Why visit Rouen for the day?

Rouen is known for its medieval centre, timber-framed houses and the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen. Set on the Seine, it also carries the history of Joan of Arc and a strong artistic legacy.

A view of Le Havre

Day trip from Caen 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 Bayeux

Day trip from Caen to Bayeux by train

Why visit Bayeux for the day?

Bayeux is best known for the Bayeux Tapestry and its handsome medieval centre. The cathedral, quiet streets and D-Day history give the city a reflective Norman character.

A view of Deauville

Day trip from Caen 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.

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FAQs: Mont Saint-Michel to Caen

Travel to Caen 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 Mont Saint-Michel to Caen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Mont Saint-Michel and Caen including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen is a coach with an average price of £9.

This is compared to other travel options from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen:

A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen costing on average £28.

The fastest way to travel from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen is by coach with an average journey time of 2h 19m.

Other travel options to Caen take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 17m.

The Mont Saint-Michel to Caen distance is approximately 104 km.
The average frequency per day from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen is:
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Pontorson - Mont-Saint-Michel and arrive in Gare de Caen.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Beauvoir, Mont Saint-Michel and arrive in Caen, Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Caen by coach.
  • Travel with TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Caen by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 2 direct trains per day with TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
Omio customers who travel from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Nice, Ajaccio. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Caen and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Mont Saint-Michel to Caen, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Caen is ideal to explore its historical sites, including the Château de Caen, the Memorial Museum, and nearby attractions such as the Normandy beaches.

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