How to travel from Nimes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, France
The distance between Nimes and Cherbourg-en-Cotentin is around 956km (594 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 15m.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from Nimes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin 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 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin → Nimes if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv then fly from Lyon (LYS) to Caen (CFR) then take the train to Cherbourg.
- Duration4h 15m
- Flight time1h 20m
- Typical cost€365($365)
Multiple operators
5 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Paris Gare De Lyon and then to Cherbourg.
- Duration6h 20m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost€160($160)
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Valence - Centre then take the train to Chambery Challes Les Eaux and then to Cherbourg.
- Duration11h 50m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€485($485)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Drive
Drive to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin.
- Duration10hrs
- Distance1,061km (659 miles)
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nimes and Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Nimes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around €70 ($70) and will take around 14h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €365 ($365).
The distance between Nimes and Cherbourg-en-Cotentin is around 956km (594 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 790km (491 miles)
It takes around 6h 20m to get from Nimes and Cherbourg-en-Cotentin by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 10hrs to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Nimes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 15m and will set you back approx €365 ($365).
The cheapest way to travel between Nimes and Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around €70 ($70) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Nimes and Cherbourg-en-Cotentin. It typically takes around 6h 20m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Nimes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Paris Gare De Lyon and Saint-Lazare. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 6h 20m.
TGV inOui, Swiss Railways and SNCF run train services between Nimes and Cherbourg-en-Cotentin. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 6h 20m, 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 Nimes and Cherbourg-en-Cotentin. We recommend that you take the train to Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv then fly from Lyon (LYS) to Caen (CFR) then take the train to Cherbourg. instead which will take 4h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nimes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin. We recommend that you take the train to Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv then fly from Lyon (LYS) to Caen (CFR) then take the train to Cherbourg. instead which will take 4h 15m.
The closest major airport to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin is Carpiquet Airport (CFR) (CFR) which is approximately 99km (61 miles) from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin. Beauvais-Tillé Airport (BVA) (BVA) and Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) (NTE) 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 Nimes and Cherbourg-en-Cotentin. The distance is around 1,061km (659 miles) by road and it will take around 10hrs in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nimes to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin is to take the train which takes, on average, 6h 20m and will usually cost around €160 ($160).
Compare travel optionsbetween Nimes and Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 5 similar | 4h 15m | €365($365) | once daily | 956km (594 miles) |
| Train to Aix En Provence Tgv, plane | 4h 30m | €210($210) | once daily | 1,041km (647 miles) |
| Train to Aix En Provence Tgv, plane | 6h 15m | €235($235) | once daily | 1,145km (712 miles) |
| Train to Aix En Provence Tgv, plane | 6h 25m | €300($300) | once daily | 1,176km (731 miles) |
| Train to Montpellier Saint-Roch, plane | 6h 30m | €165($165) | every 3 hours | 1,038km (645 miles) |
| Train to Montpellier Saint-Roch, plane | 6h 30m | €275($275) | twice daily | 1,032km (642 miles) |
Train | 6h 20m | €160($160) | every 4 hours | 1,062km (660 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 11h 50m | €485($485) | once a week | 1,213km (753 miles) |
| Bus to Paris, train | 14h 5m | €70($70) | 4 times a week | 1,082km (672 miles) |
Drive | 10hrs | €190($190) | on demand | 1,061km (659 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Nimes and Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
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Airports near Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
The following major airports near Cherbourg-en-Cotentin offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.
Carpiquet Airport (CFR)
- Distance
- 99km (61 miles) from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
Beauvais-Tillé Airport (BVA)
- Distance
- 270km (168 miles) from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)
- Distance
- 276km (172 miles) from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin