Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Caen | Dunkerque Gare SNCF | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Gare routière de Caen - Quai K | Pôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gare routière de Caen - Quai K | Pôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:19 PM CEST.
Get from Caen to Dunkirk
The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 181, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Caen and Dunkirk
Stops in Caen
- A
Gare routière de Caen - Quai K
58 Place de la gare , 14000 Caen , France - B
Arrêt D'autobus Place de la Gare
58 Place de la Gare, 14000 Caen, France - C
Ouistreham - Terminal Brittany Ferries
Ouistreham, 14150 Ouistreham, France
Stops in Dunkirk
- A
Arrêt autocars Marine - Rue de Bellevue
7 Rue Belle Vue, 59140 Dunkerque, France - B
Pôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare
Pôle d'Échange Dunkerque Gare, Rue Belle Vue, 59140 Dunkerque, France - C
DFDS Terminal
Route du petit Denna, Port 5625, 59279 Loon-Plage, France
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Caen to Dunkirk by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Caen to Dunkirk?
The cheapest bus tickets from Caen to Dunkirk start from PEN 181. The average price for this route is around PEN 300. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Caen to Dunkirk?
The average bus trip duration from Caen to Dunkirk is 8h 55m, covering a distance of 176 miles (283 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Caen to Dunkirk route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Caen to Dunkirk?
The earliest bus departs from Caen to Dunkirk at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 2:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Caen to Dunkirk?
A bus trip from Caen to Dunkirk generates an estimated 7.073650000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Caen to Dunkirk?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 12194 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Caen to Dunkirk?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Caen to Dunkirk?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Caen to Dunkirk?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Caen to Dunkirk was searched and found on Aug 5, 2026 with a price of PEN 193To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Caen to Dunkirk, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 193 to PEN 328 for a bus ticket from Caen to Dunkirk based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 193 which is on 2026-08-05.
