Travelling from Caen to Calais by train

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

The fastest trains from Caen to Calais take around 4 hours and 29 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 252 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Caen is scheduled to depart at around 04:54. The last departure is usually at around 17:04. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Caen at around 06:32, with the last train leaving at around 17:54. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 20 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 7 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$114.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Calais, 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 Calais.

Is there a direct train from Caen to Calais?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Caen to Calais 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 Caen to Calais?

The Caen to Calais train travel takes about 4 hours and 29 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Caen to Calais train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Calais leaving Caen at around 04:54 and the last train leaving at around 17:04. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Caen at around 06:32, with the final departure at 17:54.