How to travel from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Les Sables-dʼOlonne, France
The distance between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Les Sables-dʼOlonne is around 449km (279 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4h 40m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Les Sables-dʼOlonne by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Les Sables-dʼOlonne → Cherbourg-en-Cotentin if you're planning a return trip.
Train
Take the train to Caen then Le Mans and then to Les Sables D'olonne.
- Duration5h 45m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€105($105)
Multiple train operators
1 similiar route
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Train and Plane
Take the train to Caen then fly from Caen (CFR) to Nantes (NTE) then take the train to Les Sables D'olonne.
- Duration6h 10m
- Flight time2h 30m
- Typical cost€275($275)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Bus and Train
Take the bus to Lison then take the train to Caen then take the bus to Nantes Haluchère and then to La Roche sur Yon.
- Duration7h 55m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical cost€57($57)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Drive
Drive to Les Sables-d'Olonne.
- Duration4h 40m
- Distance449km (279 miles)
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Les Sables-dʼOlonne
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Les Sables-dʼOlonne by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around €57 ($57) and will take around 7h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €81 ($81).
The distance between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Les Sables-dʼOlonne is around 449km (279 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 350km (217 miles)
It takes around 5h 45m to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Les Sables-dʼOlonne by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 40m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Les Sables-dʼOlonne is to drive which takes around 4h 40m and will set you back approx €81 ($81).
The cheapest way to travel between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Les Sables-dʼOlonne, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around €57 ($57) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Les Sables-dʼOlonne. It typically takes around 5h 45m and departs once daily.
There are no direct train services that runs from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Les Sables-dʼOlonne. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Caen and Le Mans. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 5h 45m.
SNCF and TGV inOui run train services between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Les Sables-dʼOlonne. Trains depart once daily and will take around 5h 45m, 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 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Les Sables-dʼOlonne. We recommend that you drive to Les Sables-d'Olonne. instead which will take 4h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Les Sables-dʼOlonne. We recommend that you take the train to Caen then fly from Caen (CFR) to Nantes (NTE) then take the train to Les Sables D'olonne. instead which will take 6h 10m.
The closest major airport to Les Sables-dʼOlonne is Laleu Airport (LRH) (LRH) which is approximately 59km (36 miles) from Les Sables-dʼOlonne. Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) (NTE) and Montoir Airport (SNR) (SNR) 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 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Les Sables-dʼOlonne. The distance is around 449km (279 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 40m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Les Sables-dʼOlonne is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 45m and will usually cost around €105 ($105).
Compare travel optionsbetween Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Les Sables-dʼOlonne
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train + 1 similar | 5h 45m | €105($105) | once daily | 593km (368 miles) |
| Train via Lison | 6h 10m | €89($89) | twice daily | 557km (346 miles) |
Train and Plane + 2 similar | 6h 10m | €275($275) | every 3 hours | 1,367km (850 miles) |
| Train to Paris St Lazare, plane | 6h 45m | €240($240) | every 4 hours | 895km (556 miles) |
| Train to Lison, plane | 7h 45m | €280($280) | twice daily | 1,133km (704 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 7h 55m | €57($57) | 4 times a week | 538km (334 miles) |
| Bus to Valognes Gare SNCF, train | 8h 25m | €67($67) | twice daily | 562km (349 miles) |
Drive | 4h 40m | €81($81) | on demand | 449km (279 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Les Sables-dʼOlonne
Airlines
Chalair Aviation
Transavia France
Bus companies
Cap Cotentin
NOMAD CARS Manche
Train operators
Airports near Les Sables-dʼOlonne
The following major airports near Les Sables-dʼOlonne offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.
Laleu Airport (LRH)
- Distance
- 59km (36 miles) from Les Sables-dʼOlonne
Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
- Distance
- 75km (46 miles) from Les Sables-dʼOlonne
Montoir Airport (SNR)
- Distance
- 94km (59 miles) from Les Sables-dʼOlonne