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6 h 17 min
606 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Portsmouth to Caen

Composite routes from Portsmouth to Caen

Cheapest
6 h 17 min
Car
606 km.
from $33

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from London Victoria to Paris,
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$49.37–$69.62
Bus from Paris - La Défense Jules Verne Terminal to Caen
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from London Victoria to Paris,
Ave. Duration:
9h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.77–$59.49
Bus from Paris - La Défense Jules Verne Terminal to Caen
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$22.78–$34.18

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from London Victoria to Paris,
Ave. Duration:
11h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$22.78–$36.71

Train operators

SNCF

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
effinity.fr/expertise/affiliation/
Train from Paris Saint-Lazare to Caen
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$50.63–$107.59

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$120.25–$240.50

Eurotunnel

Phone:
+44 (0) 8443 35 35 35
Website:
eurotunnel.com/uk/
Train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Portsmouth to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$48.10–$113.92

Other operators

Brittany Ferries

Phone:
+353 21 427 7801
Email:
Website:
brittanyferries.ie/
Other from Portsmouth International Port to Caen
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.32–$341.76

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Caen?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Caen is to bus which costs $65.22 - $108.70 and takes 18h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Caen?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Caen is to car ferry which takes 6h 13m and costs $54.35 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Caen?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Caen station. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth and arriving at Caen - Bus Station via London Victoria, Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station and Paris - La Défense Jules Verne Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Caen?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Caen. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Caen via London Waterloo, London St Pancras Intl, Magenta and Paris Saint-Lazare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Caen?

The distance between Portsmouth and Caen is 199 km.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to Caen without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Caen without a car is to car ferry which takes 6h 13m and costs $54.35 - $336.96 .

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to Caen?

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Portsmouth to Caen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Caen bus from?

Portsmouth to Caen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Portsmouth station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Caen train from?

Portsmouth to Caen train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Caen?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Caen is to train which takes 7h 55m and costs $184.78 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $108.70 and takes 18h 37m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Caen bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Caen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Portsmouth and Caen?

Caen is 1h ahead of Portsmouth. It is currently 08:22 in Portsmouth and 09:22 in Caen.

Where does the Portsmouth to Caen train arrive?

Portsmouth to Caen train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

How do I get a train ticket from Portsmouth to Caen?

Book your Portsmouth to Caen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Caen?

There are 2568+ hotels available in Caen. Prices start at $41.57 per night.
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