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On average, it takes around 2 hours 15 minutes to travel from Caen to Paris by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 55 minutes though. You'll usually find 19 trains per day running along the 200 km route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won't need to make any changes on your way to Paris. SNCF, which is the national train operator in France, will whisk you to Paris on either a TER or Intercités service, both of which are modern trains with comfortable seating.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Caen to Paris start from $18.45 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Paris by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Caen to Paris by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
The average journey time by train between Caen and Paris is 2 hours and 15 minutes, with around 19 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Caen to Paris is 1 hour and 55 minutes.
Train tickets from Caen to Paris can start from as little as $18.45 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Caen to Paris without having to change trains. There are 14 direct trains from Caen to Paris each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Caen to Paris leaves at 04:59. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Caen to Paris leaves at 20:29. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Caen to Paris cover a distance of around 124 miles (200 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Paris to Caen.