How to travel from Bayeux to Rouen, France

The distance between Bayeux and Rouen is around 157km (97 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 35m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Bayeux to Rouen by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out RouenBayeux if you're planning a return trip.

💰 Cheapest
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Train

Take the train to Rouen Rive Droite.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €32($32)
🚀 Fastest
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car
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Drive

Drive to Rouen.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Distance157km (97 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bayeux and Rouen

There are several options for getting from Bayeux to Rouen by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €32 ($32) and will take around 2hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €29 ($29).

The distance between Bayeux and Rouen is around 157km (97 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 131km (82 miles)

It takes around 2hrs to get from Bayeux and Rouen by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bayeux to Rouen is to drive which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx €29 ($29).

The cheapest way to travel between Bayeux and Rouen, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €32 ($32) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bayeux and Rouen. It typically takes around 2hrs and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Bayeux to Rouen. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Caen. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 2hrs.

SNCF run train services between Bayeux and Rouen. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 2hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bayeux and Rouen. We recommend that you drive to Rouen. instead which will take 1h 35m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Bayeux to Rouen. We recommend that you take the train to Rouen Rive Droite. instead which will take 2hrs.

The closest major airport to Rouen is Saint Gatien Airport (DOL) (DOL) which is approximately 68km (42 miles) from Rouen. Beauvais-Tillé Airport (BVA) (BVA) and Carpiquet Airport (CFR) (CFR) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Bayeux and Rouen. The distance is around 157km (97 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bayeux to Rouen is to take the train which takes, on average, 2hrs and will usually cost around €32 ($32).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Bayeux and Rouen

Transport options from Bayeux to Rouen
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2hrs
€32($32)
every 4 hours192km (119 miles)
Drive
1h 35m
€29($29)
on demand157km (97 miles)

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Airports near Rouen

The following major airports near Rouen offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.

DOL
Saint Gatien Airport (DOL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
68km (42 miles) from Rouen
BVA
Beauvais-Tillé Airport (BVA)
International Airport
Distance
74km (46 miles) from Rouen
CFR
Carpiquet Airport (CFR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
116km (72 miles) from Rouen