Get up to 50% off* millions of tickets in the Great British Rail Sale now! Sale ends 12 Jan.Book now

Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Arras to Caen

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

What customers say about Trainline

Read real reviews from real users

Trustpilot
  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Arras to Caen

Travelling from Arras to Caen by train

Looking to travel from Arras to Caen by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 4 hours 59 minutes to travel from Arras to Caen by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 35 minutes though. You'll usually find 16 trains per day running along the 159 miles (257 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 1 change during the journey to Caen, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.

Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Arras to Caen.

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 Caen by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.

Trains to Caen from Arras

First train

06:18

Last train

21:58

Departure stationArras
Arrival stationCaen
Journey time

From 3h 35m

Distance

159 miles (257 km)

Frequency

16 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train and bus operators

BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus, SNCF Voyageurs

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Arras to Caen?

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

How do I travel from Arras to Caen?

You can get from Arras to Caen by train in 4 hours and 59 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 35 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Arras to Caen take?

The average journey time by train between Arras and Caen is 4 hours and 59 minutes, with around 16 trains per day running on this route. 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.

What's the fastest journey time between Arras and Caen by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Arras to Caen is 3 hours and 35 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Arras to Caen?

No, there are no direct train services from Arras to Caen. Travelling from Arras to Caen by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What are the train times from Arras to Caen?

Check out the next trains departing from Arras to Caen for Tuesday 20th January 2026. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
07:3111:524h 21m, 3 changes
08:3212:544h 22m, 2 changes
10:1813:533h 35m, 2 changes
10:3214:404h 8m, 1 change
11:3115:564h 25m, 3 changes
12:4216:534h 11m, 2 changes
14:3119:064h 35m, 3 changes
15:3019:464h 16m, 2 changes
16:1820:053h 47m, 2 changes
17:1821:013h 43m, 2 changes

How do I find cheap train tickets from Arras to Caen?

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 Arras to Caen starts at § 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.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

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

Get a link