Arras to Caen by train

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Overview: trains from Arras to Caen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Arras to Caen, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:18 View journey
Last train 22:18 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 35m View journey
Distance (km) 257
Trains / day 24 View all
Cheapest journey £74.84 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 41m
Train operators 17

Travelling from Arras to Caen by train

Want to know how to get from Arras to Caen by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Arras to Caen take around 3 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 257 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Arras is scheduled to depart at around  06:18. The last departure is usually at around 19:19 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Arras at around 07:17, with the last train leaving at around 22:18. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 24 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 11 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £74.95.

We think any time is a great time to visit Caen, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Caen.

Is there a direct train from Arras to Caen?

The journey between Arras and Caen usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Arras to Caen every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Arras to Caen?

The Arras to Caen train travel takes about 3 hours and 35 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Arras to Caen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Caen leaving Arras at around 06:18 and the last train leaving at around 19:19 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Arras at around 07:17, with the final departure at 22:18.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.