Madrid to Caen by train
Caen lies 1,010 km (628 mi) north of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 17 min at the speeds typical of Spain and France rail, over roughly 1,232 km (766 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Madrid | Caen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | France |
| Population | 3.3 million | 110,624 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 21 m (69 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Gare de Caen, Gare de Caen Saint-Pierre |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 14000–14949 CEDEX 9 |
What changes when you arrive in Caen
Crossing from Spain into France: sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +33; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842.
Where to book trains from Madrid to Caen
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Staying in Caen
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Common questions
How far is Caen from Madrid?
1,010 km (628 mi) in a straight line, north of Madrid; by road roughly 1,232 km (766 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Caen by train?
About 6 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Caen?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Caen?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.