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Why Choose Us for Car Hire at Caen Train Station?
Caen Train Station is the only train station in the French city of Caen, which can be found in Normandy, northern France. It is a fairly busy station for its size, processing over three million passengers every year.
It is also located 16km from Caen Airport and can be reached by car in just under 20 minutes. However, there is also a direct bus service from the airport to the train station, which takes around 40 minutes.
Range of Cars for Hire at Caen Train Station
Economy Cars for Hire at Caen Train Station
There are several budget-friendly cars for hire at Caen Train Station:
Toyota Aygo X
Transmission: Manual
Passengers: 4
Doors: 2-3
Small and easy to drive, the Toyota Aygo X is an excellent choice for exploring Caen’s winding streets. Perfect for solo travellers or couples.
Renault Clio
Transmission: Manual
Passengers: 4
Doors: 2-4
The Renault Clio is a French car designed for town and city driving. Small and compact, this car is ideal for couples or a small family.
Citroen C3
Transmission: Manual
Passengers: 4
Doors: 2-4
Slightly larger but still small, the Citroen C3 is another excellent vehicle to choose for exploring Caen and its surrounding areas.
Family Cars for Hire at Caen Train Station
There are also several larger cars which are more suitable for families at Caen Train Station, some of which can be found below:
Peugeot 308
Transmission: Automatic
Passengers: 5
Doors: 4-5
An automatic, the Peugeot 308 is ideal for those who do not feel comfortable driving manual cars while in France.
Volkswagen Taigo
Transmission: Automatic
Passengers: 5
Doors: 4-5
The VW Taigo is a slightly larger car than the aforementioned Peugeot 308, so is a more attractive choice for those wanting the height advantage over other road users.
Nissan X-Trail
Transmission: Manual
Passengers: 5
Doors: 4-5
The Nissan X-Trail is a good car to use if you plan on doing more driving outside of Caen than in the city – ideal for exploring the northern French countryside as this car is also very fuel efficient.
What Suppliers are Available at Caen Train Station?
There are several main suppliers at Caen Train Station. Here are three of the best:
Alamo: Offering a range of cars from the small Renault Twingo to the luxury Mercedes C-Class, Alamo has something for everybody in their fleet of hire cars. Their office can be found just a five-minute walk from the station. It is open from 08:00–12:00 and 13:00–18:30 Monday to Friday, 09:00–12:00 and 13:00–17:00 Saturday, and closed Sunday.
Avis: Another major supplier at Caen Train Station is Avis. Their vehicles start from the humble Citroen C3 and go right up to the Peugeot 2008. They can also be found a five-minute walk from the station. Their opening hours are 08:00–18:00 Monday to Friday, 09:00–13:00 then 14:00–17:00 Saturday. They are closed on Sunday.
Budget: As their name suggests, Budget specialise in cheaper cars, so their selection tends to focus on small and medium-sized cars, such as the Toyota Aygo X and the MG EHS. Their office is a three-minute walk from the train station and is open from 08:00–18:00 Monday to Friday, 09:00–13:00 and 14:00–17:00 Saturday, and closed on Sunday.
Where is Caen Train Station Located?
Address: 15 Place de la Gare, 14000 Caen, France.
What to Know About Caen Train Station
Network Routes: Many trains on the Paris-Cherbourg Railway call at Caen Train Station, while the station is also home to some local lines, which typically operate under TER Normandie. Many French towns and cities can be reached directly from Caen, including Cherbourg, Alençon, Bernay, Rouen, Le Mans, Rennes and more.
Food and Drink: There is a convenience shop called Relay, which offers a range of snacks and soft drinks to take away, as well as several vending machines throughout the station, which can be operated by either cash or card. There is also a restaurant called Trib’s, which offers a range of European foods on a sit-in or take-out basis.
Attractions: Caen Train Station is central to the city of Caen itself, so there are lots of restaurants, bars, museums and more to visit nearby. However, budding musicians may fancy a go on the station piano to entertain nearby listeners while waiting for a train.
Shops: The main shop is the convenience store (Relay) where you can purchase any last-minute essentials.
Operating Hours:
- Monday: 02:45–23:10
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 04:15–23:10
- Friday: 04:15–00:20
- Saturday: 05:15–23:10
- Sunday: 07:00–00:10
Facilities:
- Toilets (€0.20/£0.17 fee to use)
- Self-service ticket machine
- Free WiFi
- Disabled access
- Luggage/storage lockers
- Lost and found
- Cash machine
- Photocopier
- Postboxes
Peak Hours at Caen Train Station
Commuter rush hours are generally the busiest times at Caen Train Station. This is usually around 07:30–09:00 and 16:00–18:00 during the week.
How far away is Caen Train Station from Caen Airport?
Caen Train Station is 16km from Caen Airport, which can be reached in 20 minutes or so via car. A direct bus also departs from the airport every 20 minutes, but the journey takes slightly longer, usually around 40 minutes.
Parking at Caen Train Station
The main car park at Caen Train Station is open 24/7 and has spaces for cars, motorbikes and e-scooters. It is less than a five-minute walk from the platforms, and prices start from €1.90 (£1.59).
