Book a Japan autumn by train – browse the full suite of Japan Rail Passes, here.

Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Rouen to Cherbourg

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

SNCF
Trenitalia

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

Looking for the cheapest date to travel?

Within 7 days

Outbound from

Within 1 month

Outbound from

Within 3 months

Outbound from
Low prices found by our customers
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
67891011Today13 Oct1415161718192021222324252627282930311 Nov2
Each fare is the lowest adult economy ticket fare found by our customers on Trainline. Fares booked further in advance than the dates displayed may be cheaper. Prices are updated daily, subject to change and indicative of price last update. Limited availability. Discount cards and coach journeys excluded, prices exclusive of booking fee.

What customers say about Trainline

Read real reviews from real users

Trustpilot
  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Rouen to Cherbourg

Travel from Rouen to Cherbourg by train in 3 hours 3 minutes

If you want to know more about the journey from Rouen to Cherbourg by train, look no further!

The average journey time from Rouen to Cherbourg by train is 3 hours 39 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours 3 minutes. Around 10 trains per day travel the 123 miles (197 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Cherbourg. You can travel to Cherbourg with SNCF – the main train operator in France – who offer comfortable, quick journeys on either a TER or Intercités service.

Book train tickets from Rouen to Cherbourg in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £23.58. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.

Trains to Cherbourg from Rouen

It takes an average of 3h 39m to travel from Rouen to Cherbourg by train, over a distance of around 123 miles (197 km). There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from Rouen to Cherbourg and tickets for this journey start from £23.58 when you book in advance.

First train

05:58

Last train

19:14

Departure stationRouen
Arrival stationCherbourg
Journey time

From 3h 3m

Distance

123 miles (197 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Price

From £23.58

Train and bus operators

SNCF, SNCF Voyageurs

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Rouen to Cherbourg?

Want to know more about your journey from Rouen to Cherbourg? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you travel to Cherbourg from Rouen?

To get to Cherbourg from Rouen, why not take the train? With 10 trains per day and an average journey time of 3 hours and 39 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from Rouen to Cherbourg by train?

On average, it takes around 3 hours and 39 minutes to travel from Rouen to Cherbourg by train, although you can get there in 3 hours and 3 minutes on the fastest services. With 10 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How much is the train ticket from Rouen to Cherbourg?

The price of a train ticket from Rouen to Cherbourg can start from as little as £23.58, depending on the time of day, route and class you book. Train tickets may also be cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day.

How fast can trains travel from Rouen to Cherbourg?

The fastest time a train can travel the 123 miles (197 km) from Rouen to Cherbourg is 3 hours and 3 minutes.

What are the train times from Rouen to Cherbourg?

Check out the next trains departing from Rouen to Cherbourg for Tuesday 21st October 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
04:5808:403h 42m, 1 change
07:0910:513h 42m, 1 change
09:0312:353h 32m, 1 change
11:0415:084h 4m, 1 change
13:0116:393h 38m, 1 change
15:0518:083h 3m, 1 change
16:0219:173h 15m, 1 change
17:0420:213h 17m, 1 change
18:0521:213h 16m, 1 change
18:1423:175h 3m, 1 change

SNCF trains from Rouen to Cherbourg

You can travel from Rouen to Cherbourg on SNCF trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

Photo: Ctruongngoc, under licence CC BY-SA 3.0

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).

More information

How do I find cheap train tickets from Rouen to Cherbourg?

If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.

1. Book in advance

The price of train tickets from Rouen to Cherbourg starts at £23.58§ one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Most train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months ahead of time, so if you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find cheaper tickets.

2. Be flexible with your travel times

If you can, consider travelling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as many train companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

3. Buy a rail pass

If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Interrail Passes that are valid for travel within one country or multiple countries across Europe.

4. Choose a slower or connecting train

On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts

Many train companies in Europe will often run sales on tickets throughout the year or offer discounts to senior/youth/group travellers, so keep an eye out!

6. Take a night train

Save on accommodation and use the night to travel by sleeper train to your next destination.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

§Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link