What is the travel distance from Bordeaux to Caen?

The distance separating Bordeaux and Caen is 301 miles (485 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bordeaux to Caen?

The majority of buses traveling from Bordeaux to Caen start their journey at Gare Saint-Jean and wind up at Gare routière de Caen - Quai K. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Bordeaux to Caen from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Bordeaux to Caen on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:44pm	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	14h 21m	2:05pm	Caen	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	11h 15m	1:15pm	Gare routière de Caen - Quai K	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	10h 35m	8:35pm	Gare routière de Caen - Quai K	No tags
Bus	11:05pm	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	16h 25m	3:30pm	Caen	No tags
Bus	8:55pm	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	18h 50m	3:45pm	Caen	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Bordeaux to Caen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Caen. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

6h 30mAverage Duration

301 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $152	Average Duration13h 15m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$44 - $85	Average Duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bordeaux and Caen?

Stops in Bordeaux

A
Gare Saint-Jean
33 Rue Charles Domercq, 33800 Bordeaux, France
B
Arrêt D'autobus Bordeaux
138 Rue des Terres de Borde, 33800 Bordeaux, France
C
Gare SNCF de Bordeaux - Parking Descas
Gare Routière De Bordeaux, Parking Descas, 33800 Bordeaux, France
D
137 Rue des Terres de Borde
137 Rue des Terres de Borde, 33800 Bordeaux, France
E
Gare St-Jean
32, rue Charles Domercq, Bordeaux, France
F
Quai de Paludate
Bordeaux Quai de Paludate, Quai de Paludate 18, 33800, Bordeaux, The stop is located near hotel Ibis.

Stops in Caen

A
Gare routière de Caen - Quai K
58 Place de la gare , 14000 Caen , France
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B
Arrêt D'autobus Place de la Gare
58 Place de la Gare, 14000 Caen, France
C
Ouistreham - Terminal Brittany Ferries
Ouistreham, 14150 Ouistreham, France

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,439 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,157 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Caen by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/23

$40

11/24

$55

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11/28

$51

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The cheapest trip from Bordeaux to Caen was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $40

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bordeaux to Caen, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $40 to $87 for a bus ticket from Bordeaux to Caen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-11-28.